HARVARD
MEDICAL SCHOOL

Member of the Faculty
Harvard Medical School

Associate Thoracic Surgeon
Brigham and Women’s Hospital

Paula A. Ugalde, M.D.
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Division of Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery
75 Francis St
Boston, MA  02115

Research Fellow:

Job Advertisement

In search of a Research Fellow to assist in the development of a virtual database, with a focus on Lung
Cancer within the field of Thoracic Surgery. The fellow will lead multiple reaserch projects developed
within a multidisciplinary setting of the lung cancer patient’s care. Also, the Fellow will coordinate the
research work of medical students who are part of our team.

The position will be for the duration of one year, and comes with the benefits of scholarship and
experience.

Applicants must be fluent in English (speak and write), have prior research experience, be dedicated to
this project, and willing to work with others. Applicants must also be proficient in Microsoft Word,
Excel, Powerpoint, etc.
Position is to be filled as soon as possible, applicants will be required to submit a CV and participate in
an interview process.
With any questions please reach out to Dr. Paula A. Ugalde at pugaldefigueroa@bwh.harvard.edu.

Position Length:
-One year

No. of vacancy:

-1 position available

Requirements:

-Prior research experience
-Fluent in English (other language proficiency welcome too)
-Proficient in Microsoft applications
                 -Word, Excel, Ppt, etc.
-Willing to collaborate with others

Salary:

-Scholarship opportunities available

Division of Thoracic Surgery
75 Francis Street
Boston, Massachusetts 02115
Tel: (617) 525-9657 | Fax: 617-264-5214

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Kick-Start a
Rewarding
Career

Recruitment Pack 2025 | 1446 AH
For the Role of Events and
Community Activity Officer

Apply Online

www.lonelyorphans.org

Saving lives together

Job description for the role of
Events & Community Activities Officer

The Preliminaries

Location

Greenfield Road, London E1

Type

In-Office & Remote

Salary

Hours

Competitive

Full-Time & Part-Time

Reporting

Head of Fundraising /
Director of Community Engagement

Job Purpose

The Events and Community Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing special
events within the community to enhance brand awareness, increase donor support, and foster community
relationships. They will lead event logistics, manage budgets, and collaborate with volunteers and partners
to ensure successful delivery of key events throughout the year.

Key Responsibilities

Event Planning & Delivery
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Plan and deliver a yearly calendar of events, including fundraising dinners, community outreach, and
awareness campaigns.

Prepare and manage budgets for each event.

• Develop creative event concepts that align with organisational goals.
• Manage logistics: venue booking, permits, equipment, catering, and on-the-day coordination.
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Secure sponsorships and partnerships to increase event revenue and value.
Track performance and report on financial outcomes, profitability, and return on investment (ROI).

Community Engagement
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Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, local groups, sponsors, and partner
organisations.

• Organise impactful community activities such as workshops, awareness days, and volunteer events.
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Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders to support smooth event delivery.

Volunteer Management
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Recruit, train, and support volunteers for events and activities.
Lead volunteer inductions and provide ongoing guidance and motivation.
Implement retention strategies and regularly recognise contributions to maintain engagement.

Support the development of promotional strategies to maximise event participation.

Marketing & Promotion
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• Coordinate with the marketing team to deliver branded materials on print and digital platforms.
Ensure all event communications are consistent with the organisation’s identity and tone.
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Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
• Conduct post-event evaluations to collect feedback and assess impact.
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Prepare event reports covering attendance, finances, and engagement outcomes.
Recommend improvements and bring forward innovative ideas for future events.

Lonely Orphans

Advocating for orphans and vulnerable children globally, fostering
hope, joy and a future filled with opportunities for every child.

Lonely Orphans is a registered charity (1171230) in England & Wales.

Saving lives together

Person Specification for the role of
Events & Community Activities Officer

Candidate Profile

REQUIRED
Key Qualifications & Experience

DESIRABLE

Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Marketing,
Communications, or a related field.

Additional training or certifications in community engagement,
volunteer management, or fundraising.

Minimum 2 years of experience in planning events and engaging
with communities.

Demonstrated ability to manage logistics and coordinate multiple
stakeholders.

Experience within the charity, non-profit, or humanitarian sector.

Experience securing sponsorships or managing event budgets.

Proven track record of delivering events from concept to
completion.

Familiarity with safeguarding and working with vulnerable
communities.

Skills & Competencies

Strong organisational and project management skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Confident in public speaking and hosting events.

Team player with the ability to build strong relationships.

Knowledge of CRM systems and event management platforms.

Creative and resourceful in developing engaging activities.

Visual or graphic design skills to support event materials.

Other Requirements

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Driving licence and access to own vehicle for event travel.

Willingness to travel locally or nationally for events.

First aid training or event safety awareness.

Commitment to the mission, values, and vision of Lonely Orphans. Understanding of and sensitivity to different cultures and faiths.

Lonely Orphans

Advocating for orphans and vulnerable children globally, fostering
hope, joy and a future filled with opportunities for every child.

Lonely Orphans is a registered charity (1171230) in England & Wales.
Registered Offices 93-101 Greenfield Road, London E1 1EJ

Saving lives together

Male Clean Team Member - Weekend

Clean Team Member Stockley Park FWC | Cleaning | Permanent contract | Part time £26,166.40 pro rata15 hours per week

As the UK’s leading Healthcare Charity, we’re always striving to create the highest standards of customer service. Maintaining cleanliness in our Fitness & Wellbeing Clubs is a big part of this. That’s why, if you’re helping us to create a clean, safe and pleasant environment for customers, we’ll really value what you do.  
 
As part of the Nuffield Clean Team at our gym, we’ll expect you to organise your work and plan your time with assistance from a Team Leader to ensure that cleaning never gets in the way of a customer’s experience. You will use the latest cleaning equipment, products and this will be supported by a first-class training programme. You have a friendly nature and good communication skills, which will come in handy when you’re interacting with colleagues and customers. 

As a Clean Team Member, you will: 

• Clean and prepare a range of areas at our club

• Care about our customers

• Take pride in your work

• Experience in a similar role, you will be well organised and will ensure that cleaning processes are followed and that the location is clean, pleasant and safe for customers.

• Use equipment safely (such as scrubber dryers, rotary machines & carpet cleaners)

• Be responsible for a variety of tasks, from gym, changing room, shower & poolside cleaning, waste removal & periodic deep cleaning

Helping you feel good. 

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That’s why we’ve developed a benefits package with you in mind. Here, you can choose from a range of fitness, lifestyle, health and fitness wellbeing rewards, such as free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts and pension options. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what’s important to you.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.  

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it’s a good idea to apply right away to ensure you’re considered for this role.

It starts with you.  

A major part of this role will involve cleaning the male changing rooms and so we require a Male Cleaner only for this role. This in no way affects any other candidate rights. Exemption is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9.

Rewards & Benefits

Helping you be and feel your best.

Annual Leave

25 days + Bank Holidays, increasing to 27 days after 5 years and to 30 days after 10 years of service.

Nuffield Health Healthcare Plan

Membership is free for employees and you can add partner and dependants at your own cost.

*eligibility criteria applies.

Financial Wellbeing

A range of employee benefits through a Financial Wellbeing provider – including affordable loans repaid through salary, access to your pay when you need it, simple savings, a government Help to Save scheme and money insights.

Cycle to Work Scheme

Save money, get fit and reduce your carbon footprint by taking advantage of this tax-efficient scheme to get a new bike.

Gym Membership

Free membership to any Nuffield Health gym, plus discounted memberships for family members.

Online GP

Discounted access to secure video and telephone GP consultations and a suite of healthcare management tools, provided by digital healthcare company Doctor Care Anywhere.

Relevant Stories

Sharing memorable experiences.

Hints & Tips

Help with your application.

Once you’ve found the right role for you, you can apply online. All you need to do at this stage is submit your CV, a covering email, and a few personal details.

Our recruitment team screens all of the applications we receive. So, if they see that you’ve got the right sort of skills and experience needed for the role, your details will be passed on to the relevant hiring manager. Then, if you fit all the criteria at this stage, you’ll be invited to take part in a video, telephone or face-to-face interview.

Night Rehabilitation Support Worker - Aylesbury

Req # 728

Buckinghamshire - Kent House, 1 Haslerig Close, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Job Description

Posted Monday 5 January 2026 at 02:00

Night Rehabilitation Support Worker

Aylesbury

Salary: A competitive rate of up to £13.75 per hour

Hours: Minimum of 21 hours per week. we do not offer 20 hour contracts.

Here is your opportunity to start a career in rehabilitation support work. You do not need experience in care or support roles – we provide a full induction and specialist training and coaching.

Working in brain injury rehabilitation is different to other kinds of support work. You’re there to encourage and guide individuals, helping them gain the skills and confidence to live independently.

You will share the journey with these inspiring people as they overcome hurdles, achieve milestones, and reach the goals they’ve set. Many of the people we support only stay for three months before they are ready to move on. You can make a massive difference in that time.

We have full and part-time roles on offer.

Why join us?

Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people

with brain injuries in the UK.Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries – sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more – to recover and meet their personal goals. Our employees are incredibly passionate about the jobs they do – you’ll find a strong team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.

The Role

Located in Aylesbury, Kent House is a specialist residential centre providing continuing rehabilitation and specialist care and support for people with acquired brain injury (ABI). It forms part of the nationwide network of rehabilitation support services provided by Brainkind.

We will train you to provide personalised support to our adult residents. You will follow individual support plans to meet the needs and aspirations of each person. The focus is developing independent living skills: personal hygiene, meal preparation, exercise, leisure activities, socialising – the daily routine of regular life.

It is a really varied job, with all kinds of different activities to organise and participate in – both at Kent House and in the local Aylesbury community: art, crafts, music, sports, gardening, shopping, swimming, and countless others.

You’ll get huge job satisfaction from seeing the people you are supporting do more for themselves and live the life they want to live. If you’re interested in building a career, we’re here to support you all the way on your own journey.

About you

We’re not looking for any kind of specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a good fit for the role and our Charity. We can train and develop you to become a great rehabilitation support worker if you:

•         have genuine empathy for our residents, with the positivity, patience, and resilience to support them through the difficult times of their rehabilitation

•         enjoy teamwork and take pride in getting a job done well alongside your colleagues

•         have excellent face to face communication skills and a good standard of literacy

•         have good time management skills and the ability to prioritise your own workload.

Rewards

You can look forward to excellent benefits, including handy discounts on many brands and services.

• A competitive rate of Up to £13.75 per hour
• 33 Days AL
• Buy/Sell up to 5 days AL each year
• Health Cash Plan
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Excellent training and support
• Company Pension
• Group life assurance
• Eye voucher scheme
• Long service and staff awards
• Free parking

We also put a big focus on employee wellbeing and support. It matters to us that you feel at your best. Career development is a priority. We will ensure you get all the training and learning opportunities you need to achieve your goals.

To join our friendly team please click the 

Please note: we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible.

*All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks including 3 years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks*

Brainkind is committed t...

Administrator- Operations services (North)

Overview

• ID

  300012

• Salary

  £13.01 per hour

• Type

  Permanent - Part Time

• Location

  Leeds & Wakefield

• Hours

  18 hours per week

• Closing Date

  02/02/2026

• Interview Date

  To be confirmed

• Downloadable Files

Looking for a new challenge?

We are currently recruiting for and Administrator to join our fantastic team at Sense with the North operational services.

This is a Permanent part time role, working 18 hours per week. The shift pattern can be flexible to best suit you and the team.

As our Administrator, you will provide a comprehensive, high quality and responsive administrative service to the Head of Operations for North and Care Managers for the Day, Residential and Supported Living Services in Leeds & Wakefield.

A full UK Driving License and your own vehicle is desirable as you may be required to visit our services as part of your role.

We’re looking for enthusiastic applicants who have:

• Previous Administration experience.
• Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Outlook & Teams.
• Strong communication skills.
• A high level of attention to detail.

About Sense

For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Sense are proud to be a disability confident leader.

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

To apply

Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your supporting statement to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly.  We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.

Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

If you require any further assistance, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0121 393 4529 or recruitment@sense.org.uk

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. For more information please visit: https://www.sense.org.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/ 

Closing Date

02/02/2026

Qualified Keeper - Primate Section (One Year Maternity Cover)

Colchester Zoological Society

Closing date for applications is: 13th Feb 2026

Colchester Zoological Society (CZS) is home to over 150 species and is dedicated to supporting conservation projects around the globe. As an award-winning visitor attraction with over 1 million guests visiting each year, every staff member at the zoo works together to ensure that our guests have an enjoyable and unforgettable experience.

An exciting position has arisen for a Qualified Keeper to join our team and contribute to our mission at CZS in a one year maternity cover role working within our Primate Section; responsible for Bornean orangutans, chimpanzees, yellow-breasted capuchins, cherry-crowned mangabeys, l’hoest monkeys, Colombian black spider monkeys and various lemur species.

The candidate will work within the Animal Department to carry out husbandry duties and maintain high standards of welfare for the animal species in their care. As a Qualified Keeper, the candidate will be required to input ideas for the continual progression and development of animal husbandry, breeding management and enclosure design on the section. The Qualified Keeper will be responsible for carrying out day to day husbandry on the section for a range of species and ensuring safe working practices, as well as delivering enclosure encounters and experiences to zoo visitors for a range of species across the section

We are looking for an individual who is highly motivated and hardworking, with a minimum of 18 months experience working in a zoological collection. A personnel specification is available on the job description detailing essential requirements for the position.

Apply for this job:

Further details of the job role can be found here: 
https://www.colchesterzoologicalsociety.com/about-us/careers/

Please send a copy of your CV, our application form (https://www.colchesterzoologicalsociety.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Application-Form-2023.pdf) and a covering letter for the attention of Mrs Liz Butcher, Living Collections Manager, by email to vacancies@colchesterzoo.org

Scout (Cleaner)

The Housekeeping Team at Christ Church play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for all students, staff and visitors. Scouts are responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of College accommodation ensuring that the highest standards of hygiene and presentation are consistently met.

Christ Church are seeking a Scout (Cleaner) who is reliable with excellent time management skills, a good work ethic and interpersonal skills to join our Housekeeping team.

If this role is of interest then we would like to hear from you.

For more information, including how to apply, please see the attached Further Particulars.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We particularly encourage applications from minority groups who may be under-represented in the College.

Vacancy details

£13.16 per hour / £17,108 per annum (pro-rated)

Permanent, Part time working 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact  stewardsrecruitment@chch.ox.ac.uk

Lecturer – Games Design & Animation 0.75

• Salary:Circa £21,576.75 pro rated 0.75 FTE including LWA per annum (£28,769 FTE)
• Hours:27 hours per week
• Closing Date:Wednesday 21st January 2026 at 5pm

About the Role 

Morley College London is looking to appoint a Lecturer in Games Design & Animation to manage and deliver its well-established Level 2 and 3 Extended/Diploma in Television and Film.

You will play a key role in leading curriculum delivery, supporting students' creative development, and maintaining high academic standards across the department.

Media at The Chelsea Centre for the Creative Industries provides learners with contemporary industry-relevant education at a grassroots level, providing them with not only the technical skills required to succeed, but also with the collaborative working, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills needed to optimise their success as a creative in the 21st Century.

About Morley College

Established in 1889, and with our roots stretching back even further, Morley College London is one of the country's oldest and largest specialist providers of adult education. We provide long-term, sustainable and affordable programmes of lifelong learning across three centres – North Kensington, Chelsea and Waterloo – including 16-19 provision at North Kensington and Chelsea.

As well as joining a creative, innovative leading London College focused on social justice and providing excellent teaching and learning opportunities for all, there are plenty of other rewards for working at Morley College London:

• Generous annual leave allowance (38 days) plus Bank Holidays
• Christmas closure period
• Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Access to an employee retail savings platform, offering significant discounts at most major retailers
• 100% discount on the cost of undertaking a Morley course of your choice
• Season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme
• On site cafeterias
• A busy events calendar, offering you the chance to attend regular Morley creative exhibitions, student awards, dances, concerts and more
• A lovely work environment, surrounded by creative arts, music and friendly, helpful colleagues

How to Apply

Please download the job description and application form below. Please email your application to recruitment@morleycollege.ac.uk

Please note that applicants should apply using the application form and CVs will not be considered. We are happy to accept applications in alternative formats from applicants, who, for reasons of disability, may find it difficult to fill in our standard form. Please contact the People Operations team by e-mail at recruitment@morleycollege.ac.uk for further details. If you wish to apply for more than one job you will need to complete a separate application form for each position.

Closing date: Wednesday 21st January 2026 at 5pm

Important information

Morley College London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children at all times. As such we undertake safeguarding checks on the suitability of all prospective staff, including their online presence and social media accounts. It is a requirement that all successful candidates disclose all social media platform accounts that they hold.

Job reference:006222

Salary:£24,675.82

Department:Not specified

Hours Per Week:32.5

Closing date:30/01/2026

Job Description

Exceptio nal People Deserve Exceptional Staff

Nash College, part of Shaftesbury – a Christian charity, is a thriving successful College; providing specialist day and residential education for 80 students, aged 19 to 25 with a range of complex learning needs and physical disabilities. Working at Nash offers you excellent career prospects and training opportunities. We also offer excellent holidays, as well as a pension plan.

About the Role

Are you passionate about making a difference through food? Are you motivated to produce meals that really make a difference?

We are looking for a fulltime, caring and reliable Cook to prepare healthy and nutritious meals for our students who have a range of complex learning needs, including those with complex dietary needs. Our students’ dietary needs include: In this role, you will lead on preparing safe, enjoyable, and nutritious meals for our students, ensuring their dietary needs are safely met with dignity and respect. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, patient, and committed to promoting independence wherever possible.

You will be responsible for maintaining exceptional standards of catering, ensuring the safe preparation and serving of enjoyable, and nutritious meals for our students. Your role will focus on meeting individuals’ dietary needs with dignity and respect, creating an environment where every student feels valued and supported.

Together alongside your colleagues as a team, you will foster a culture of safety, compliance, and excellence. This collaborative approach is essential to delivering high quality provision for students with special and complex educational needs, helping them thrive both physically and socially.

This is truly rewarding opportunity and is an exciting opportunity to join our team, where your contribution will make a real difference in the lives of young people. You will play a key part in promoting their health, wellbeing and independence, while working in a supportive and inclusive environment that values professional growth.

The successful candidate will be compassionate, patient, and committed to encouraging independence wherever possible. You will bring enthusiasm, self-motivation, and empathy, along with a genuine passion for supporting students. A calm, adaptable approach and excellent interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

Meal Preparation & Cooking

• Prepare and cook nutritious, well-balanced meals that meet the dietary needs of students and staff.

• Adapt menus to support medical, cultural, sensory, and allergy-related dietary requirements.

• Prepare meals in appropriate textures (e.g., soft, puréed) for students with swallowing or sensory difficulties (dysphasic).

Menu Planning

• Create weekly menus that follow nutritional guidelines and college policies.

• Work with the all colleagues to design meals that support students’ individual needs.

• Plan cost-effective menus while minimising food waste.

Food Safety & Hygiene

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen at all times.

• Follow all food hygiene regulations (e.g., HACCP procedures, allergy protocols).

• Ensure safe storage, handling, and rotation of stock (FIFO).

Supporting Students (Where Applicable)

• Assist students in life-skills or catering classes by demonstrating safe food preparation techniques.

• Encourage independence and confidence in learners with SEND when taking part in kitchen-related activities.

• Provide a calm, supportive environment that accommodates students’ sensory or behavioural needs.

Communication & Collaboration

• Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral staff, and support workers to understand learners’ needs.

• Communicate effec...

Cook

Cook

Location: Larkrise Care Centre, Banbury, OX16 0RD

Pay rate: £13.08 per hour ( NVQ and weekend enhancements available)

Contracted hours:30 hours per week

Shift pattern: 7am - 4.30pm Monday - Friday working alternate weekends.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you an experienced catering assistant, commis chef or cook that takes pride in your work?

Are you looking for your next challenge without split shifts and anti-social hours?

We’re currently recruiting for a Cook to join our passionate, hard-working and friendly catering team, to create delicious meals for our residents.

Nutrition is an important element of the care package that we provide. You’ll be actively involved in the nutritional needs of our residents, to ensure that a high-quality dining experience is received by everyone. You’ll get to know our residents and their families so that you’ll be motivated to understand and accommodate their personal preferences. Some weekend work will be required.

In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.

Tucked away on a quiet street in Banbury, Larkrise Care Centre offers compassionate, individualised care in a calm and friendly setting. We support up to 60 residents with tailored residential, nursing, dementia and respite care — with a particular focus on creating a warm and supportive environment for those living with dementia.

AND IN RETURN

The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development.

Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:

• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• A workplace pension
• Free uniform
• Free DBS
• Higher rates of pay at weekends
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
• Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more

ABOUT YOU

You’ll need to have previous experience of working in a professional kitchen and catering for specialist diets, providing meals for large groups of people, alongside a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Ideally you’ll also be working towards a Level 2 Diploma in Food Production and Cooking or equivalent but this is not essential.

You’ll be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs and enjoy being part of the wider team in the home.

If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a Cook within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.

We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested.

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Cook

Cook

Location: St Wilfrid's priory

Pay rate: £12.92 per hour

Contracted hours: 30 hours a week - 3 shifts per week 8am-7pm with an hour unpaid break. Alternate weekends

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you an experienced catering assistant, commis chef or cook that takes pride in your work?

Are you looking for your next challenge without split shifts and anti-social hours?

We’re currently recruiting for a Cook to join our passionate, hard-working and friendly catering team, to create delicious meals for our residents.

Nutrition is an important element of the care package that we provide. You’ll be actively involved in the nutritional needs of our residents, to ensure that a high-quality dining experience is received by everyone. You’ll get to know our residents and their families so that you’ll be motivated to understand and accommodate their personal preferences.

Set in a beautiful Grade II listed castle, our home environment has been designed to enhance the quality of life for our residents and incorporates a number of features to promote warmth and a sense of tranquillity. St Wilfrids Priory Care Home specialises in Residential and Respite Care.

AND IN RETURN

The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development.

Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:

• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• A workplace pension
• Free uniform
• Free DBS
• Higher rates of pay at weekends
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
• Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more

ABOUT YOU

You’ll need to have previous experience of working in a professional kitchen and catering for specialist diets, providing meals for large groups of people, alongside a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Ideally you’ll also be working towards a Level 2 Diploma in Food Production and Cooking or equivalent but this is not essential.

You’ll be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs and enjoy being part of the wider team in the home.

If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a Cook within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today

#IND1

#mp3

Cook | Prestbury | Cheltenham

Cook | Prestbury | Cheltenham

Cook | Prestbury | Cheltenham

This is an opportunity for a motivated and highly organised person who can share our commitment to enhancing the lives of older people. You will be based at our Prestbury House.

You will be responsible for the provision of a high standard of varied meals and to maintain the smooth running of the house in the absence of the House Staff.

Key duties will include:

• Prepare and cook high quality meals from fresh ingredients to include any dietary requirements – you must also be aware of and know how to comply with current allergen legislation.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness in the kitchen, including washing up and ensure that the kitchen conforms to Health and Safety and Food Hygiene Standards
• Complete accurate records for the kitchen areas including risk assessments, temperature records and any other information that needs to be recorded to meet current legislation.
• Be responsible for the residents’ welfare in the absence of the House Staff and respond to any queries or emergencies.

4 Days per week on a 2 week rolling rota.

Alternative weekend included

32 hours per week (9am-6pm)

£14.49 PH

Experience of cooking for older people is preferred but not essential.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Experience 1 year(preferred)

Driving Licence (preferred)

This post is subject to a DBS check.

Job Closing Date:
31 January 2026

Cook

Cook

Location: Cheltenham

Pay rate: £13.17ph Mon - Fri, £14.17ph weekends

Contracted hours: 36 hours per week

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you an experienced catering assistant, commis chef or cook that takes pride in your work?

Are you looking for your next challenge without split shifts and anti-social hours?

We’re currently recruiting for a Cook to join our passionate, hard-working and friendly catering team, to create delicious meals for our residents.

Nutrition is an important element of the care package that we provide. You’ll be actively involved in the nutritional needs of our residents, to ensure that a high-quality dining experience is received by everyone. You’ll get to know our residents and their families so that you’ll be motivated to understand and accommodate their personal preferences. Some weekend work will be required.

In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.

Tucked away on a peaceful residential street in north Cheltenham with ample parking and conveniently situated for the very best local amenities, Windsor Street Care Centre is a modern, purpose-built home offering tailored residential, nursing, dementia, respite and day care for up to 81 residents.

With elegant surroundings, award-winning carers, and a true focus on individual wellbeing, Windsor Street is a place to feel safe, valued and at home.

AND IN RETURN

The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development.

Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:

• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• A workplace pension
• Free uniform
• Free DBS
• Higher rates of pay at weekends
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
• Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more

ABOUT YOU

You’ll need to have previous experience of working in a professional kitchen and catering for specialist diets, providing meals for large groups of people, alongside a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Ideally you’ll also be working towards a Level 2 Diploma in Food Production and Cooking or equivalent but this is not essential.

You’ll be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs and enjoy being part of the wider team in the home.

If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a Cook within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today

Job Description
Cook

Salary £16,380 per annum

A little bit about us….
Garvald  West  Linton  provides  residential  care,  creative  work  opportunities  and  Day  Services  for  adults  with
learning disabilities.  The residents and staff together make up a community of approximately 130 people. There
are five residential houses.  On average, there are seven residents in each house with one House Manager, one
Deputy House Manager, a group of care staff including night duty staff and a Cook, spread across five residential
care homes and our Workshops.

Our Ethos
The  aim  of  Garvald  West  Linton  is  to  meet  the  physical,  emotional  and  spiritual  needs  of  the  individuals  we
support.

Main Purpose of Role
Providing a balanced and healthy diet for residents is extremely important at Garvald West Linton; lunch is the
main meal of the day, and communal eating is encouraged.  Each House has its own Cook, who plays an integral
part in the daily running of the household.

Key Priorities

•  To provide a biodynamic/organic healthy balanced and varied lunch menu from Monday to Friday for

around 15 people, to be eaten at 1.00 pm.

•  To support residents’ in accompanied cooking to develop their skills, knowledge and confidence.

Job Description
Cook

Tasks

•  Alongside  residents  and  House  Manager,  plans  menus  around  existing  Garvald  lunch  ‘traditions’  e.g.

meat twice per week on Wednesday and Sunday, fish on Friday etc.

•  Works closely with Garvald’s gardeners to make best use of produce from the bio-dynamic garden and

collaborates on creative projects for growing and cultivating.

•  Develops, fosters and supports, wherever possible, the use of high-quality produce of bio-dynamic or

organic origin. Ensures all produce is cooked using appropriate cooking methods.

•  Maintains good stock rotation practices and in liaison with the House Manager, orders and purchases
provisions as necessary for the running of the kitchen within a stated annual budget.  This includes, as a
minimum, a monthly meat order to Garvald Home Farm and regular orders from organic providers such
as Green City and Organic World.

•  Ensures  all  produce  is  used  economically  with  minimum  wastage  and  recycling  is  conducted

appropriately.

•  Supports residents in activities in the kitchen including supervised safe handling of all equipment and

ensures all kitchen workers maintain a high standard of hygiene.

•  Responsible  for  health  and  safety  issues  in  the  kitchen  and  adheres  to  all  health  and  safety  policies

including the reporting and recording of accidents and incidents.

•  Respects and adheres to the recommendations given by the Environmental Health department of the
Local  Authority,  following  any  announced  or  unannounced  inspection  and  to  keep  all  Environmental
Health records up to date.

•  Adheres to Garvald West Linton’s Food Risk Assessment and Good Hygiene Practice guidelines for cooks
and keeps this document up to date e.g. fridge and freezer temperatures, food temperatures and meal
ingredients

•  Awareness of residents’ physical and emotional needs and respond to them appropriately, conducting

themselves in accordance with the Codes of Practice

•  Provides updates and reports on residents for presentation at their review.
•  Attends planning meetings in the house as required.
•  Assists with the preparation and cooking of food for festivals throughout the year including residents’

birthdays

•  Assists (on rotation) with day service users’ Lunch Club.

Person Specification

Cook

Qualifications

•  No specific qualifications are essential for the role of Cook however a basic food hygiene certificate is
highly desirable. If not currently held, the role holder will be expected to gain this certificate at the
earliest possible date.

Knowledge and Experience

•  Previous experience of preparing and cooking meals for large groups, and within a specific budget
•  Knowledge of preparing a range of meals e.g. vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free etc.
•  Previous experience of preparing interesting and varied meals using whole food ingredients
•  Some understanding of bio-dynamic food production would be useful

Skills, Abilities and Personal Attributes

•  Friendly and caring approach with ability to relate to residents with a wide variety of complex

challenges and needs

•  Commitment to embracing and understanding the principles of social therapy (based on the Rudolph

Steiner principles) and their application in a residential setting.

•  Tact and sensitivity with a respectful approach to residents
•  Patience, resilience and reliability with the ability to remain calm under pressure
•  Team working skills and the ability to use own initiative
•  Ability to work to health and safety guidelines and follow necessary processes and procedures

This  position  involves  working  with  vulnerable  adults  and  is  therefore  exempt  from  the  provisions  of  the
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