Part time Temporary

School Catering Assistant

Pertemps Edinburgh Contracts
Niddrie, EH16 4FP
money-bag £13.66 per hour
Posted: 11 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 10 September 2026
Ref: 60635875

Pertemps are delighted to be working with our public sector client to recruit for School Lunch Assistants on a temporary basis.
📣 Role: School Lunch Assistant
📍 Location: Edinburgh North East and South East
🔗 Pay: £13.66 per hour
🕒 Hours: Monday to Thursday (Hours can differ dependent on location but typically 10:00-14:00)
💰 Duration: Temporary Ongoing (This is a part-time, term-time position)
📅 Start Date: ASAP
This role requires a PVG Certificate (£59 for a new application or £18 to update an existing certificate).
Role Responsibilities 

  • Help prepare and serve tasty, nutritious school meals
  • Provide friendly, helpful service to pupils and staff
  • Keep kitchen and dining areas clean and safe
  • Cleaning dishes and removing kitchen waste 
  • Work in a supportive and welcoming team

What we look for
  • Approachable, dependable and a team player
  • Basic food hygiene knowledge (helpful but not essential)
  • Able to stay calm and organised during busy periods
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