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Job Title: Chef (Independent Living Retirement facility) Location: Lytham St Annes (Links View) Job Type: Part-time (15 hours per week) Salary: £12.21 per hour Reports To: Chef/Kitchen Manager &amp; Operations Management Job Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Chef to join our team at a residential retirement facility, where nutritious, well-balanced meals are a key part of the high standard of service we provide to our residents. The successful candidate will be passionate about food, committed to hygiene and safety standards, and sensitive to the dietary needs of elderly and vulnerable individuals. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Plan, prepare, and cook meals in accordance with dietary requirements, preferences, and nutritional guidelines.</li> <li>Working under own initiative with the guidance of the Chef/Kitchen Manager and Operations Management.</li> <li>Design weekly menus in collaboration with Chef/Kitchen Manager and Operations Management, ensuring a variety of nutritionally balanced meals and maintaining budgetary control.</li> <li>Ensure food is served on time (service commences at 12:15pm) and at the correct temperature.</li> <li>Cater to specific dietary needs including diabetic-friendly meals, and allergy-aware dishes.</li> <li>Produce for buffets and themed events for special days and functions periodically under guidance from Chef/Manager.</li> <li>Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen at all times (we currently have and wish to maintain our 5-star hygiene rating).</li> <li>Ensure compliance with food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP) and internal policies.</li> <li>Monitor and manage stock levels, portion control, monthly stock takes, ordering supplies as needed in the absence of Chef/Kitchen Manager. Also, minimizing waste/over production when producing dishes at all times.</li> <li>Liaise with Chef/Kitchen Manager and Operations Management to receive feedback and make necessary adjustments to meals.</li> <li>Supervise service assistants or support staff during shifts.</li> <li>Proactive in daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedules</li> </ul>Requirements: <ul> <li>Proven experience as a chef, preferably in a residential establishment.</li> <li>NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent qualification).</li> <li>Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or higher).</li> <li>Knowledge of dietary requirements for older adults and those with medical conditions.</li> <li>Excellent organizational and time management skills.</li> <li>Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.</li> <li>Compassionate, patient, and respectful approach to elderly people.</li></ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>Experience working with older clientele with varied dietary needs.</li> <li>First Aid training.</li> <li>Familiarity with CQC standards (Care Quality Commission).</li></ul>Working Hours: 6.30am - 2.30pm, 2 days per week including weekend working (including a half hour break). The Employee is also expected to provide holiday and sickness cover as required and must maintain flexibility to support 7-day operational coverage. Ready to Make a Difference? Whether you are an experienced caregiver or new to the field, ICare Group provides training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and expand your career in the healthcare industry. If you are enthusiastic about care and making a positive impact, we would love to hear from you! Visit our careers page at careers.icaregroup.co.uk to apply. Join us at ICare Group and help us make a difference, one visit at a time! Equal Opportunities: ICare Group is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that supports and respects all individuals. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any legally protected characteristic. If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us. Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive suitable applications. If you do not hear back from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. #INDHCW

Part Time Chef - Independent Living Retirement

The Vacancy Are you someone who thrives in a people-focused role, enjoys creating a welcoming atmosphere, and takes pride in providing excellent customer service? If so, we'd love you to join our Independent Living team as our new Independent Living Hub Assistant. This is a rewarding and varied role at the heart of our extra care and independent living services, supporting older and vulnerable residents to feel safe, supported and connected. You'll be the friendly face of the hub, helping residents with day-to-day enquiries, keeping our reception running smoothly, and providing essential administrative support that keeps the service moving. About the Role As an Independent Living Hub Assistant, you'll help ensure our hub offers a warm, responsive and professional service. You'll: • Welcome residents and visitors at reception, acting as the first point of contact • Handle phone, email and face-to-face enquiries with confidence, calmness and care • Support residents by logging repairs, arranging appointments and offering practical guidance • Maintain accurate records, profiling data and administrative systems • Assist with tenancy sign-ups, activity room bookings and support plan administration • Help coordinate scheme activities, events and promotional materials • Monitor door entry, CCTV and assistive technology systems • Carry out welfare checks and recognise when residents may need additional support • Work closely with coordinators, managers, contractors and partner agencies • Contribute to a "one team" culture that always puts customers first The role combines customer service with meaningful day-to-day involvement in residents' lives - making it a genuinely impactful position within our Independent Living community. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who brings warmth, professionalism and genuine care. You'll need: • Experience working in a customer-facing role • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities • Excellent written and verbal communication • Confidence using IT systems, including Microsoft Office • A calm, supportive approach - especially when dealing with sensitive situations • Empathy for older and vulnerable residents • Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team • A flexible approach to working within a rota system • An understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and GDPR • A commitment to equality, inclusion and excellent customer service A good standard of literacy and numeracy (GCSE level or equivalent) is required. Application Deadline - Sunday 14th December Please note the above date is subject to change, and the advert may be closed early dependent on applications received. If you are interested in applying, don't wait! Why join us? As an Investors in People Health &amp; Wellbeing recognised employer we offer a wide range of benefits such as; <ul> <li>25 days Annual Leave, rising to 30 with length of service and subject to approval the option to buy and sell additional annual leave*</li> <li>Enhanced leave options for Maternity, Paternity, Adoption &amp; Shared Parental Leave*</li> <li>Enhanced Pension scheme contributions</li> <li>Our Health Care Plan gives you money back for dental, optical, therapy costs and more</li> <li>Subsidised Healthy Living benefits i.e. gym membership or yoga classes</li> <li>Subsidised Leisure Learning benefits i.e. finance towards driving lessons or learning a new language</li> <li>Car Lease Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme*</li> <li>Volunteering days in the local community</li> <li>We offer a Salary Sacrifice Pension option*</li></ul>*Subject to eligibility criteria About Us Wythenshawe Community Housing Group (WCHG) manages almost 14,000 properties, providing homes for more than 29,000 people in Wythenshawe, South Manchester. We are committed to investing in the health, wellbeing and development of colleagues, who we will reward fairly and empower and trust to deliver their best work for the benefit of WCHG, our customers and stakeholders. WCHG is an inclusive employer of choice, where differences are recognised as strengths in delivering our purpose. WCHG operates anonymous recruitment selection practices. A disability confident employer WCHG will work to make reasonable adjustments where possible throughout its employment processes. Our purpose is to provide good quality homes and services to our customers and leaseholders and to play a leading role in creating safer, healthier communities. WCHG boasts an impressive development portfolio which aims to deliver on average 1,100 new homes over the next five years with £195m estimated investment, leaving a lasting legacy in our communities. About Us Wythenshawe Community Housing Group (WCHG) manages almost 14,000 properties, providing homes for more than 29,000 people in Wythenshawe, South Manchester. Awarded 'Investors in People' Health &amp; Wellbeing and officially recognised by the Top Employers Institute as a Top Employer UK, three years running since 2019, WCHG is now amongst an elite group of world class organisations recognised for demonstrating a commitment to high performance through excellent people management and provides local employment to 530 colleagues. Our purpose is to provide good quality homes and services to our tenants and leaseholders and to play a leading role in creating safer, healthier communities. WCHG boasts an impressive development portfolio which aims to deliver on average 1,100 new homes over the next five years with £195m estimated investment, leaving a lasting legacy in our communities. Benefits Flexible Working Real Living Wage Westfield Health Training and Development Recognition and Reward Volunteering within the local community

Independent Living Hub Assistant

Job Description Independent Living Support Worker | 9081 | Permanent Contract | Part-Time 18.5 hours per week | £26,403 to £28,142 pro rata per annum plus weekend / bank holiday enhancements and sleep in payments | Grade E | Norwich To apply, please download an application form &gt;&gt; Here &lt;&lt; and attach it to your online application instead of your CV. Our Supported Accommodation service works to create and promote a positive environment for each young person in the independent living scheme. In this role, you will support young people, helping them to develop positive and effective independent living skills. You will contribute to making plans to support them and assist with their implementation, attending statutory reviews as required. As a positive role model to the young people engaged in the independent living scheme, you will be excellent at forming effective relationships with young people and their families to ensure that their emotional and physical needs are met and opportunities for their development are maximised. With previous experience of support work, you will have the ability to communicate clearly and engage with young people. Your organisational skills will enable you to plan and prioritise your workload effectively, and your eagerness to learn will develop new skills and learning. We offer a host of other benefits, such as our excellent local government pension scheme and you can receive corporate savings through our Norfolk Rewards scheme. Additionally, there are a multitude of opportunities for personal and professional development via various training and education routes. You will be required to attain your Level 3 Children's Workforce Diploma, this is fully funded. The role will include evenings, weekends, bank holidays and "sleep-ins" as required. Before you apply, we recommend reading the full Job Description and Person Specification to help you demonstrate you meet the criteria. If you would like to find out more about the role please call Lee Roberts, Senior Support Worker - <a href="mailto:lee.roberts@norfolk.gov.uk" target="_blank">lee.roberts@norfolk.gov.uk</a> To apply, please download an application form &gt;&gt; Here &lt;&lt; and attach it to your online application instead of your CV. These are some benefits you can enjoy by working for Norfolk County Council: <ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Generous holiday entitlement </li><li>Health and Wellbeing services including fast-track physiotherapy and a free counselling service</li><li>Flexible working opportunities including flexi-time, part time, remote and hybrid working - dependant on your job role and business need. </li><li>Financial benefits such as:<ul><li>'Norfolk Rewards' our employee discounts programme which helps you save money on almost anything, from everyday groceries and clothes, to holidays, new technology, gym membership, trips to the cinema and days out. </li><li>A Blue Light card for Fire Service and Social Care Workers</li><li>Relocation expenses (where applicable)</li><li>An advance of your expenses if you travel for work</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution, life assurance, death in service payments and dependants' pensions.</li><li>Tax efficient ways of getting extra pension and new bikes</li><li>Access to our tax efficient car lease scheme for greener travel enabling you to lease a brand new, ultra-low emission vehicle (subject to eligibility)</li><li>A payment if you refer someone you know to a hard to fill job</li></ul></li></ul>You can also find information on our Terms and Conditions here. Already a Norfolk County Council employee? See and apply for internal and external vacancies in myOracle using your @norfolk.gov.uk or @nccal.ac.uk email. We would like to make you aware that priority consideration for this post may be given to current employees who are at risk due to restructure within the organisation or are in a redeployment position. Redeployment closing date: 03 December 2025 at 23:55 All other applicants closing date: 11 December 2025 at 23:55

Independent Living Support Worker Level 1

Recovery Worker - Supported Housing (Middlesborough) Location: North Ormesby Road Working Hours: 22.5 (Please note: this role includes sleep-in shifts and on-call duties) Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £24,243 - £28,930 Make a real difference in your community Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier and more independent lives? Join Waythrough, one of the UK's leading mental health and social support charities, and make a lasting impact every day. We support over 125,000 people each year through our 200 services, empowering individuals to overcome challenges around mental health, housing, and substance use. About the Role As a Recovery Worker, you'll inspire and support people using our services to maintain their tenancy, build independence and work toward personal goals. You'll collaborate with individuals to create personalised support plans that help them At North Ormesby Road, we believe recovery is unique to every individual. We know that with the right support at the right time, recovery is possible for everyone and you could play a key part in making that happen. North Ormesby Road is a mental health supported housing service operating to a recovery-focused model. We provide: <ul><li>Supported accommodation for adults aged 18+</li><li>Community-based outreach support</li><li>Peer support opportunities</li><li>Practical and emotional support tailored to individual needs</li></ul>We've been a trusted service in the area for many years, offering a safe, encouraging and empowering environment for those experiencing mental ill health. What You'll Do <ul><li>Develop daily living and financial management skills</li><li>Access employment, education or volunteering</li><li>Engage in social and leisure opportunities</li><li>Build confidence and resilience</li></ul>Every day will be different and every day, you'll make a meaningful impact. To Succeed in This Role, You'll Need: <ul><li>Empathy and compassion</li><li>Enthusiasm for helping others</li><li>Ability to work both independently and as part of a team</li><li>Flexibility and willingness to work on a rota and participate in on-call duties</li></ul>An understanding of mental health or personal lived experience would be welcomed but isn't essential. You don't need previous experience we provide full training. About Waythrough Formed in 2024 through the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship, Waythrough is now one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England. With 3,500 staff and volunteers across more than 200 services, we help people to live full, meaningful lives. Some roles may still appear under our legacy brands (Humankind, Richmond Fellowship, Aquarius) while we complete our integration - but wherever you join us, you'll be part of one supportive team, sharing one purpose. What We Offer We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package: <ul><li>27 days' annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)</li><li>Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%</li><li>Life assurance (3× annual salary)</li><li>Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay</li><li>Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days' annual leave</li><li>Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications</li><li>24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals</li><li>£500 Recommend a Friend bonus</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership</li><li>Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good</li><li>Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year</li></ul>Inclusion and Accessibility Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities - especially those with lived experience of the issues we support. If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email <a href="mailto:recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk</a>. How to Apply If you're viewing this advert on an external platform such as Indeed, please click 'Apply via Company Website' to view the full job description and submit your application. Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.

Recovery Worker - Supported Housing

Job Description If you're passionate about supporting people to maintain their independence and build a better future, then we currently have a part-time opportunity for you to join our Housing Support Team as a Support Practitioner, providing person-centred support to individuals experiencing housing challenges within Campbeltown and Islay. The role covers two areas, so the successful candidate must be able to travel between both locations. Driving license is preferred. What we are looking for A good support work is responsive to individual needs, and your role will evolve to ensure the best outcomes for those you support. You will always have access to a manager and the wider team to discuss all aspects of the support you are providing. We are looking for someone who is: <ul> <li>Warm &amp; honest</li> <li>Able to build trust and a safe environment</li> <li>Resilient and Patient; able to handle challenges and stay positive through them</li> <li>Empathetic and compassionate; always putting people first</li> <li>Motivated &amp; respectful</li> <li>Creative &amp; solution focused with the ability to think outside the box</li> <li>Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.</li> </ul>About the Role As a Housing Support Practitioner, you will work with individuals facing homelessness, tenancy-related difficulties, and other housing challenges. Your duties will include but not restricted to: <ul> <li>Regularly review and update support plans to stay relevant and goal focused.</li> <li>Use problem-solving and creativity to enhance choices and social connections.</li> <li>Build strong professional relationships with families, friends, and agencies.</li> <li>Advocate for individuals and connect them to community resources.</li> <li>Ensure informed decision-making through human-rights-based processes.</li> <li>Maintain accurate records, including risk assessments and reports.</li> <li>Provide practical support for tenancy management and independent living.</li> <li>Manage time effectively with a flexible, adaptable approach.</li> </ul>Whilst experience is always welcome, full training (including SVQ qualifications) is provided alongside regular support and supervision from your Service Manager. The right values and motivation are essential; honesty, respect, empathy, and compassion are key skills that are required in people who join our teams. This post is for 22.5 hours per week. You will be based in our Campbeltown office however Fortnightly visits to Islay would be expected. As a Support Practitioner, you will empower people to live the life they choose. By following each person's unique support plan, which details the personal outcomes we aim to achieve together, you will recognise and build on people's strengths, encouraging positive risk-taking and helping foster choice and control. Your holistic approach and excellent interpersonal skills will enable you to provide practical support and encouragement across all aspects of everyday life, including: <ul> <li>Finding somewhere to live Setting up and sustaining a tenancy</li> <li>Managing bills, budgeting, and dealing with debt</li> <li>Making the most of income and benefits</li> <li>Building skills and confidence to find work or volunteering</li> <li>Linking people to other services and community opportunities</li> <li>Supporting social connections, hobbies, and leisure activities</li> </ul>Your empathetic nature will recognise that everyone's needs are unique and may change over time - you'll be there to offer the right support, at the right time, to help people achieve their goals and thrive in their community. This is not an exhaustive list - people's lives are dynamic, and good support work means being adaptable and responsive. You will always have the guidance of a manager to discuss any aspect of the support you provide. What We Offer As a way of demonstrating how much we value you and your commitment we offer a range of great benefits: <ul> <li>Anti-social hours payment of up to £1241 when undertaking waking night shift (11pm-7am)</li> <li>Enhanced mileage payment of 45p per mile</li> <li>35 days' holiday per year, increasing to 40 days with length of service.</li> <li>£200 Recommend a Friend Scheme (T&amp;C apply)</li> <li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave</li> <li>A Defined Contribution pension scheme, with incremental employer contributions</li> <li>Free Blue Light Card (giving access to thousands of discounts and promotions)</li> <li>Access to the Carr Gomm App: which includes free physiotherapy, health coaching and counselling.</li> <li>Membership of a credit union</li> <li>Cycle to work scheme; and more!</li> </ul> We welcome applications from any candidates already eligible to work in the UK or those that can apply for a visa granting permission to work in the UK (e.g. dependent visas, ancestry etc.) that do not require sponsorship from Carr Gomm. You will be asked to share proof of this prior to receiving any offer of employment. It is currently our policy not to offer sponsorship for prospective candidates. For more details about the role, including responsibilities and requirements, download the job profile (PDF). Support-Practitioner-Role-Profile-09.2025 Staff-Benefits-for-Support-Practitioners-09.2025 INDMP

Support Practitioner Campbeltown & Islay (Housing Support)

About The Role We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Living Skills Coach to join our team in Preston. Working in an environment that is dedicated to providing comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement, you will work with people who are or have recently experienced homelessness and who are in need of support and accommodation. Assessing needs, building trust, enabling and unlocking our clients potential to live independently, you will need to get to know your clients, enhance their social integration and abilities by encouraging them to participate in social and leisure programmes, help residents with their support needs and with the practicalities of everyday living. About You You will instinctively work in a manner that aligns fully with Salvation Army Homes values and behaviours, demonstrating energy and passion, along with a positive, can do attitude in your daily contribution as a night concierge to transforming lives. You will be confident and be able to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people including clients, staff, agencies and local neighbours. We need you to have: <ul> <li>Empathy with our client group</li> <li>Strong interpersonal and influencing skills</li> <li>Good time management</li> <li>A willingness to work night shift on a rota basis</li></ul>In return, we'll give you access to some great benefits. These include: <ul> <li>£100 when you start work, plus £250 at 6 months' service and another £250 at 12 months' service</li> <li>26 days annual leave rising to 31 days</li> <li>An extra day off on your birthday</li> <li>A High Street discount scheme (great savings both on and off-line)</li> <li>Pension with life assurance</li> <li>Discounted private medical insurance</li> <li>Loans available for financial emergencies</li> <li>Occupational Sick Pay</li> <li>A full Induction package and training relevant to the role</li> <li>Long service awards from 2.5 years</li> <li>Support to learn and develop your career</li></ul>About Us A registered social landlord and one of the leading providers of supported housing in the UK, Salvation Army Homes is dedicated to transforming lives by providing accommodation and support for some of the most vulnerable members of society - mainly people with complex needs and/or experiencing homelessness. Our aim is to work with individuals to build on their strengths, creating person centred, individualised strategies and plans that transform lives, support recovery and enable positive behaviour. In order to succeed, however, we need the right people in place. Our workforce is one of our greatest assets, but only by recruiting the very best can we continue to deliver comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement. services to our residents. That's where you come in. As an equal opportunities' employer, Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We invite and welcome applications to apply for Salvation Army Homes opportunities without concern of bias or discrimination. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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