Flexible working
Competitive salary
Pension scheme
Salary £13.09 - £13.73 per hour
Location Ferfadd Court - Rothesay
This is a Temporary, Part Time vacancy that will close in 17 days at 12:00 GMT.
The Vacancy
Relief Staff, to cover staff sickness and holiday
Location: Ferfadd Court, Bute
Salary: £13.09 - £13.73 per hour
Argyll Community Housing Association is seeking to recruit relief Wellbeing Assistants, to support tenants 60+ so that they can live independently and maintain successful tenancies.
We are looking for individuals with a positive outlook, patience and willingness to go the extra mile.
If you have an enthusiastic, caring nature and have experience of providing support to older or vulnerable people, we would love to hear from you.
Relief staff are subject to a PVG Disclosure check.
For further details and to apply to join our relief staff bank, please go to the recruitment section of our website at www.acha.co.uk
If you are unable to access the website, contact the Recruitment Team:
Tel 01546 605964 or email recruitment@acha.co.uk
For more information, please contact Katie Martin on 01546 60 5805
The Company
The Group is made up of Argyll Community Housing Association (ACHA) which is a Registered Social Landlord and Argyll Homes for All (AHFA) which is a wholly owned repairs and maintenance subsidiary of ACHA.
As Scotland’s twelfth largest housing association, ACHA has approx. 5200 affordable homes for rent, which is over 10% of Argyll and Bute’s population. The ACHA group employs around 285 people.
The reason we exist is to provide quality, affordable, sustainable homes for our tenants. Our vision is that we will deliver quality housing and more homes in great places to live and work.
Argyll Community Housing Association is a Fair Work First committed employer.
The Benefits
About Us
- Delivering more homes in great places
- Achieving housing quality & affordable warmth
- Enabling ACHA to be a sustainable business
- Realising the ACHA transformation programme
- Delivering effortless customer experiences
Delivering quality housing and more homes in great places to live and work.
Implicit in this vision is ambition that:
- All homes meet consistently high quality standards
- Our homes connect people to jobs and retain/attract a working age population
- The ACHA Group is a great place to work
Providing quality, affordable, sustainable homes.
Simplify it
We believe in streamlining how we work to achieve effortless customer experiences
Own it
We believe in being accountable for achieving the right outcome for customers and for ACHA
Share it
We believe that when we work together anything is possible - we can be creative and achieve great things
Go for it
We believe in each other and through trust we are empowered to push boundaries and achieve excellence
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Housemaster/Housemistress Candidate Information Pack Starting September 2026 Welcome from the Headmaster Dear Applicant, The word I hear mentioned most regularly when speaking to the pupils, parents, and staff of Shiplake College is ‘community’. So, thank you for taking the time to consider the role of Housemaster/Housemistress, as it represents a wonderful opportunity to join our very special Shiplake community. Shiplake College is an HMC co-educational boarding and day school offering a holistic education for around 580 pupils from Year 7 to Sixth Form. There has been a co-educational Sixth Form since 1998 and since September 2023 girls have been welcomed into Year 7, as we continue our journey to become a fully co-educational place of learning. We are nestled in leafy South Oxfordshire, five minutes from Henley, and sit right on the River Thames. It is a beautiful place to work. As well as providing a fantastic learning and living environment for young people, Shiplake offers an enjoyable, challenging and rewarding working environment. We strive to recruit the best possible teaching and support staff to drive the College forwards and ensure we continue to provide the best possible rounded education for our pupils. Above all, Shiplake is a school where we try to live out authentically our three core values – the Three Is – Inclusive, Individual, and Inspirational. ‘Inclusive’ is our cornerstone with our strong sense of community in which everyone has value and where the prevailing culture is one of kindness. ‘Individual’ represents our all-ability school in which we not only recognise but also celebrate that everyone is different - thank goodness for that! This is a personal best school. And finally, ‘Inspirational’ - the pre-requisite at Shiplake is that everyone – students and staff alike - turn up each day with a smile, a positive attitude, and a willingness to engage with all aspects of school life. Shiplake College is a school where academic rigour is non-negotiable, but character development is just as important. We strive to help students develop broad interests across a wide range of co-curricular areas, bolster self-esteem, and give a sense of our place in the wider world with the aim to make a positive difference to society. Embracing the lifestyle at a busy and vibrant boarding school is paramount for anyone wishing to work at Shiplake. Knowing our pupils well enables us to ensure that they get the best from their education here, and this is a pivotal part of any role at the College. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate and ‘fit’ is very important to us. Thank you for your interest in working at Shiplake College and, as we look to an exciting future, I hope that you will consider being part of that story. Tyrone Howe The College Shiplake College is a thriving and relatively young HMC school. In September 2025 we welcomed 580 boarding and day pupils aged 11- 18 (up from 536 the previous term). There has been a co-educational Sixth Form since 1998 and since September 2023 girls have joined in Year 7 (now making up 40% of all co-educational year groups) as the College goes fully co-educational. Overlooking the River Thames, two miles upstream of the famous Henley Royal Regatta stretch, pupils enjoy a beautiful and inspiring 63-acre rural site. The College is conveniently located near major air, railway and motorway networks, close to Reading, London and Oxford and just 40 minutes from Heathrow. Full, weekly, part- and flexi-boarding is available from Year 9 (from Year 7 in 2027), with ad hoc ‘overnight stays’ also an option for day pupils. Every pupil is placed at the heart of Shiplake life and the College’s ethos is underpinned by the Three Is – Inclusive, Individual and Inspirational. Shiplake provides a friendly, supportive and structured environment to bring out the best in each and every pupil. Renowned for outstanding pastoral care and personal development, the College welcomes pupils with wide-ranging skills and talents, who will make the most of the many opportunities offered to them. The College provides an education that is tailored to the individual, achieved through engaging and inspirational teaching, delivered in small classes where the teachers can know and understand each pupil’s method of learning. The College continues to see year-on-year improvements in examination results. In August 2025, Shiplake leavers achieved excellent public examination grades, with the best ever GCSE results setting a new academic benchmark for the College. At GCSE, pupils achieved 38% of 9-7 grades and 64% grades 9-6, an increase from 34% and 58% respectively in 2024. Overall, 93% of GCSE grades were marked 9-4 (93% in 2024). At Sixth Form, the percentage of A*-C grades was 82%, and 59% at A*-B. In addition to a strong academic foundation, the College offers excellent sporting, artistic and co-curricular opportunities. Two afternoons are reserved for an array ...
Auditor
HKSAR, HK
John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Limited
A highly-diversified and global corporation, the Swire Group’s businesses encompass property, aviation, beverages and food chain, as well as marine and trading & industrial activities. Its core businesses are mainly focused in Asia, with its key operations in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland. Within Asia, Swire's activities come under the Group's publicly quoted arm, Swire Pacific Limited, which is the largest shareholder in two Hong Kong listed companies: Swire Properties and Cathay Pacific Airways.
John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Limited is the holding company of the publicly-listed conglomerate, Swire Pacific Ltd. Our Group Internal Audit Department is now inviting candidates to apply for the following position:
Auditor
Responsibilities:
- Engage in audit projects and provide consulting services to the Group’s management
- Ensure audit works are performed in good quality and in compliance with departmental guidelines
- Produce reports and present results of audit and consulting projects effectively
- Carry out follow-up work on audit findings and perform ad hoc projects as assigned
To be successful in this role, you must have:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related disciplines
- At least 3 years of experience in auditing, accounting, or information technology
- A relevant qualification such as CPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent
- Experience of working in international / sizeable CPA firms
- Good proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and word processing applications
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and solid business acumen
- Flexibility to travel frequently
- Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua)
Application:
At Swire, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment for all our people regardless of their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, relationship, family status, disability, race, ethnicity, nationality, religious or political beliefs. We believe in creating an environment where people feel comfortable at work and are able to realise their full potential.
We offer a competitive package to the right candidate. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this position, you can send your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’. We will contact all shortlisted candidates. If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact us at swirerecruit@jsshk.com or mail to 5/F One Taikoo Place, 979 King's Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong.
Application deadline: 2 February 2026
Join the Drive Project Team at the Bridge Project in Bradford
We are recruiting four full-time Case Managers to work with a full, multi-disciplinary team to deliver the Drive Project in Bradford — a nationally recognised, evidence-based response to high-harm domestic abuse. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a purpose-built service, bringing together skilled practitioners across roles to work collectively, safely and effectively to reduce serious harm and increase safety for children and adults.
Why Work at The Bridge Project?
As well as offering meaningful and rewarding work, The Bridge Project is a well-established Bradford charity with over 40 years’ experience, employing more than 120 staff across the district. We deliver a wide range of integrated services supporting people affected by domestic abuse, substance use, homelessness, mental health challenges, and complex trauma. Our work is rooted in compassion, partnership, and a strong commitment to reducing harm and creating lasting change.
We are proud to be a Mindful Employer, placing staff wellbeing, reflection, and professional development at the heart of how we work. In return for your commitment, we offer a competitive salary, 4% employer pension contribution, generous annual leave entitlement, and access to a comprehensive learning and development programme. Staff also benefit from an Employee Assistance Programme, life insurance, and a programme of mindfulness and wellbeing activities designed to support resilience in demanding roles.
You will be joining an organisation that values your expertise, invests in your development, and supports you to do your best work as part of a collaborative, values-led team.
About the Drive Project (Bradford)
The Drive Project is not a pilot or test programme, It is a well-established national model, currently being rolled out across England, reflecting sustained national commitment to coordinated, whole-system responses to domestic abuse. In Bradford, the service is being delivered by The Bridge Project in partnership with the Drive Central Team and West Yorkshire Combined Authority and will be fully embedded within local safeguarding and partnership arrangements from the outset.
The Drive Project works with individuals who pose the highest risk of causing serious harm within intimate or family relationships. The programme combines intensive individual case management with a coordinated multi-agency response, creating the conditions for accountability, behaviour change and sustained risk reduction, while keeping victim and survivor safety at the centre of all activity.
The Bradford Drive service will be delivered by a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team, and we are recruiting to all posts comprising of:
- 1 Service Manager (full time),providing operational leadership, safeguarding oversight, model fidelity and day-to-day supervision and management of the service
- 4 full time Case Managers, working directly with individuals who cause harm to challenge abusive behaviour, promote responsibility, and sustain engagement over time
- 2 full time Independent Domestic Violence Advocates (IDVAs), providing specialist, victim-centred advocacy, safety planning and risk management; IDVAs receive additional external clinical supervision alongside in-house specialist support
- 1 full time Panel Coordinator, responsible for managing the Drive Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Panel, including intelligence flow, action tracking and multi-agency coordination
The team will operate with fidelity to the Drive model, a trauma-informed, strengths-based framework, balancing challenge and accountability with engagement and support. Staff will work closely a range of systems and service such as police, probation, children’s and adult safeguarding, housing, health and specialist adult and child domestic abuse services to ensure a coordinated and effective response to high-risk harm and victim/ survivor safety.
Funding and Retention
The Drive Programme is currently funded through a Home Office national programme. While funding beyond March 2027 remains subject to government spending reviews and funding cycles, Drive is a well-established, evidence-based model that is currently under national roll-out, reflecting continued national prioritisation of whole-system responses to high-harm domestic abuse.
In recognition of the commitment involved in joining a time-limited, externally funded programme, the organisation offers a £2,000 retention payment. This will be paid through the March 2027 payroll to staff who successfully complete the full funded period. The payment is guaranteed and will be made regardless of whether the prog...
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
Technical Auditor - Join a Growing National Team
Make an Impact with BREEAM – Join a Growing Team
As part of an exciting period of growth, we are launching an Assessment Centre intake for Technical Auditors, with the BREEAM team set to expand significantly over the next 12 months. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-impact, specialist team at a pivotal time in its development.
We are seeking proactive, detail-orientated individuals to join our expert BREEAM team as Technical Auditors. You do not need prior auditing experience, what matters most are the key skills and background of an auditor: strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, clear communication and the ability to review evidence and apply BREEAM technical standards consistently.
All candidates will first complete an online assessment, designed to test these core skills. Successful candidates will then be invited to take part in the assessment centre, where you will have the chance to demonstrate your abilities in a practical and interactive environment.
Be part of a Global Leader in the Built Environment
BRE aims to be the world’s leading innovation, science and data hub for the built environment. For more than a century, we have provided government and industry with cutting-edge research and testing. Join us to help deliver products, advice, services, standards and qualifications used around the globe to make buildings better for people and the environment.
Your role at BRE
This role supports the delivery of high-quality, science-based sustainability certification by conducting technical audits for a range of BREEAM schemes. As part of the Certification and Operations team within BPS, the role ensures consistency, accuracy and professionalism in all certification activities.
Key Responsibilities and Tasks:
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Conduct desktop-based technical audits of BREEAM assessments, liaising with translators when required
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Manage personal workload and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines and turnaround targets
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Provide customer support via phone, email and live chat
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Maintain accurate records and update certification databases in line with operational procedures
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Support the onboarding and training of new team members and contribute to the professional development of colleagues
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Assist the leadership team in maintaining high performance standards and improving QA processes
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Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across the team and certification operations.
What we are looking for -
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Ability to manage and prioritise workload independently
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining records
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Experienced user of Microsoft Office suite, as well as confidence in being a quick learner for other in-house bespoke systems.
BRE Benefits
At BRE, we offer a competitive salary, reviewed annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial security, well-being and career development.
Financial & Security Benefits
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Pension scheme – 5% employer-matched contribution
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Life assurance – 4x your basic salary
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Enhanced maternity package
Health & Wellbeing
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HealthPartners cashback scheme – Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more
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Mixture of onsite facilities, dependent on location – Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at-cost EV charging points
Career Development
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Learning & development – Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platform
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Professional membership reimbursement
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
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Prepare and cook nutritious, well-balanced meals that meet the dietary needs of students and staff.
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Adapt menus to support medical, cultural, sensory, and allergy-related dietary requirements.
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Prepare meals in appropriate textures (e.g., soft, puréed) for students with swallowing or sensory difficulties (dysphasic).
Menu Planning
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Create weekly menus that follow nutritional guidelines and college policies.
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Work with the all colleagues to design meals that support students’ individual needs.
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Plan cost-effective menus while minimising food waste.
Food Safety & Hygiene
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Maintain high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen at all times.
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Follow all food hygiene regulations (e.g., HACCP procedures, allergy protocols).
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Ensure safe storage, handling, and rotation of stock (FIFO).
Supporting Students (Where Applicable)
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Assist students in life-skills or catering classes by demonstrating safe food preparation techniques.
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Encourage independence and confidence in learners with SEND when taking part in kitchen-related activities.
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Provide a calm, supportive environment that accommodates students’ sensory or behavioural needs.
Communication & Collaboration
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Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral staff, and support workers to understand learners’ needs.
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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
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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 R...
- Location Hamilton
- Job-type Permanent
- Reference 004544
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- Salary £13.00 per hour
- Contact Name Amanda Murphy
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- Location Glasgow City
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- Reference 004564
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- Contact Name Amanda Murphy
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ID4564-1606 - Cook - Calton (AS)
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