Cross Lane Primary School

Do you want to contribute to a fast paced, supportive environment?

Can you demonstrate good humour and a shared belief that every child should and will reach their full potential in a welcoming, stimulating environment?

If so, our

Delivery Driver position

 in our newly established commercial catering provision, could be for you!

Salary: Pay Scale: 2, Point 4 (£13.05 per hour). Hours: 10 hours per week (11:00am to 1:00pm) in the first instance, rising as our business expands over the next 12 months. Regular Overtime opportunities also available.

Contract: Permanent part time contract, working term time only plus overtime during school holidays.

Required by Monday 3^rd March 2026 or as soon as possible.

Cross Lane Primary School is looking for a highly-motivated, enthusiastic and experienced driver to join our ambitious team. In this role, you will support School Leaders by being responsible for the safe, timely transportation of school food from our production kitchen at Cross Lane to various school sites. The role often combines driving with manual handling and, in some cases, basic kitchen assistance

We are looking to welcome someone who will:

• believe in the school’s vision and have high aspirations and expectations for all members of our school community;
• support a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment for staff, pupils and customers alike;
• enjoy working within our friendly and supportive Catering Team;
• be conscientious and dedicated whilst maintaining the current high standards that our lunchtime experience offers our pupils;
• act as a professional ambassador for our catering service and actively promote the positive values and ethos of our school;
• holds a clean full driving licence for a minimum of 10 years.

The main objectives of the role:

• to be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of school meals to other Calderdale primary schools, as part of our commercial catering operation;
• to be responsible for the safe loading and unloading of insulated boxes between Cross Lane and receiving schools;
• to ensure hot and cold items are stored according to temperature regulations and HACCP principles to maintain food hygiene and standards;
• to be responsible for conducting daily safety/condition checks on the vehicle and equipment, recording data and reporting any issues to the Catering Services Manager;
• to be responsible for maintaining a clean and tidy vehicle;
• to be aware of, and comply with, policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, manual handling, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person;
• to act as a professional ambassador for our catering service and actively promote the positive values and ethos of our school;
• to show commitment to equal opportunities and promote non-discriminatory practice in all work aspects;
• to carry out any reasonable duties as requested by the Headteacher, School Business Manager and Catering Manager:

We can offer:

• a supportive, forward thinking staff community that values dedication and innovation;
• inspirational children, supportive families and a committed Governing Body;
• a work uniform and appropriate safety footwear.   

An application form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded from the school’s website at https://www.crosslaneschool.co.uk/calderdale/primary/crosslane/site/pages/vacancies

We are proud of our fully inclusive school. If you would like any assistance with completing the application form, please do not hesitate to ask for support.   

Application forms should be returned to the School Business Manager, Mrs Fiona Hodgson: fhodgson@crosslane.calderdale.sch.uk

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS (formerly CRB) from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. The school may/will check shortlisted candidates’ online activity prior to interview. This will involve a search for the candidate via Google, Facebook and/or LinkedIn.

Closing Date: Monday 9^th February 2026

Interviews: 11^th February 2026

For Job Description, click here

For Person Specification, click here

For Application Form, click here