Nursery Cook

The Peterborough School (TPS) is an Independent Day School delivering exceptional education and nurturing children from Nursery through to Sixth Form. The School is set in beautiful, historic grounds with excellent facilities in the heart of Peterborough, benefit ting from superb transport links and a secure on-site car park.

We are seeking to appoint a Nursery Cook to plan, prepare and serve all Nursery snacks, lunches and refreshments while maintaining strict hygiene, safety and regulatory standards. The person selected will be responsible for age-appropriate and nutritious menu creation, provision orders, food preparation and storage and food allergy management for Nursery children aged 3 months to 4 years old. The School prides itself on its sense of community and the Nursery Cook has a key role to play in working as part of the Nursery team and the wider School Catering and Domestic Teams further enhancing community spirit.

This role reports to the Bursar and the successful candidate will be a good communicator, with excellent interpersonal and communications skills, as well as a keen sense of humour.

This is a permanent, full-time position, working throughout the year weekdays from 7.30am to 4.30pm. The post-holder can expect to work flexibly occasionally in terms of start/finish times in line with the demands of the role. We offer a competitive salary in a welcoming, friendly environment within a beautiful setting. Salary will be commensurate with experience and market norms, in the range £25,396-£27,020 per annum.

This will be dependent on experience and qualifications. There is a range of benefits for staff, including an occupational pension, and access to a subsidised private health scheme at a reduced cost and free secure car parking. During term time, refreshments and lunch are provided free of charge. The post-holder will receive 25 days paid holiday a year plus all statutory public holidays.

There is a requirement to work up to four Saturdays per year plus further overtime opportunities, which will attract additional pay or time off in lieu, dependent on the needs of the School.

The successful candidate will work in a supportive Nursery and Catering team within a friendly school environment. Candidates should be confident in carrying out a range of food related tasks. A cooking qualification at Level 3 or above or equivalent experience is essential.

The Peterborough School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child‑protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School is an equal opportunities employer.

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Closing date: 9am on Monday 16 November 2026