Service Manager - Term Time

EKC Sheppey Secondary, Sheerness

• Ref:KCC150934-111-91S
• Posted:29/09/2025
• Pay:EKC5 - £24,833 plus two weeks (FTE - £27,222.00)
• Start Date:17th November 2025
• App Close Date:15/10/2025 at 17:00
• Interviews:W/C 20th Oct 2025

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In this important role, you will: 

• Oversee the provision of high-quality school meals in line with government guidelines and legislation on school nutrition standard
• Plan varied and nutritious menus in advance
• Negotiate best-value contracts with authorised suppliers to ensure the cost effectiveness of the catering service
• Create financial and stock spreadsheets
• Supervise and deploy catering staff to ensure efficiency and high-quality food provision
• Ensure compliance with school catering standards legislation and the school’s food safety policy, health and safety policy, and allergens policy

The ideal candidate will possess the following: 

• A strong work ethic and a commitment to quality. 
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. 
• A reliable and dependable nature to ensure consistent high standards of cleanliness. 
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with staff and students. 

EKC Sheppey Secondary offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: 

• Supportive Work Environment: We foster a collaborative and positive atmosphere where your contributions are valued. 
• Professional Development Opportunities: We believe in lifelong learning and offer opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge. 
• Thrive in a Supportive Culture: Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive environment with unique well-being initiatives designed for optimal performance. 

If you are a highly motivated individual who takes pride in a job well done, we encourage you to apply! 

EKC Sheppey Secondary offers a competitive salary and benefits package and is an equal opportunities employer.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE EMAILED TO: office@ekcss.org.

Information about the school

This is your chance to be part of a brand-new school which is transforming secondary education on the Isle of Sheppey.

We nurture every students' unique spark and provide them with a first-class education tailored to meet their needs, regardless of their starting points, backgrounds, abilities, or beliefs. EKC Sheppey Secondary opened in September 2024 to students from Years 7-9, with Years 10 and 11 forming as our students move through to KS4.

Every aspect of EKCSS has been designed to blend the best from across sectors. So, whilst setting the highest standards for secondary education, we're rewriting the rules with a look, feel and approach that is deliberately different from a standard secondary school.

Our strong and supportive senior leadership team prioritises purpose over paperwork and value-adding activity over box-ticking, freeing you up to do what matters most: nurturing bright futures.

We are proud to be part of EKC Schools Trust, known for its innovation and empowering schools to meet the unique needs of their communities. As part of the wider EKC family, we, alongside our sister organisation, the East Kent Colleges Group, have a strong and successful relationship with young people and families on the Isle of Sheppey. The EKC Family is a unique and sector-leading partnership; together, we run the Island's only outstanding provisions – Queenborough Primary School and Nursery and EKC Sheppey College – and raising the aspiration of all within the communities we serve drives our work.

The approach and delivery model in our organisations have successfully addressed behaviour, created a culture of success, and are places where staff are extremely proud and happy to work. We will be bringing all this expertise, culture, ethos, and curriculum approaches to EKCSS.

We haven't just opened a school, we are forging a learning community where students and staff thrive… where belonging meets brilliance!

Job Contact Information

• Name:Miss P Way
• Address:EKC Sheppey Secondary, Marine Parade, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 2BE
• Telephone: 01795582500
• Email: recruitment@ekcss.org

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Application Form
• Recruitment Pack
• Job Description & Person Specification