Abbeyfield Sanderstead Society

ABBEYFIELD HOUSE SANDERSTEAD HAS A STAFF VACANCY THE ABBEYFIELD SOCIETY Abbeyfield houses are designed for the active elderly who no longer wish to live alone – you may already be aware of the House in Beechwood Road, Sanderstead. Residents are provided with supported accommodation and meals in a homely atmosphere, looked after by a resident Housekeeper. THE VACANCY We currently have a vacancy to join our team who provide cover for the housekeeper and cook when she is on leave or otherwise unavailable. For this reason it is not possible to be precise about the number of hours or dates that will be required but we will endeavour to give as much notice as possible. The work involves preparing, cooking and serving the lunch and evening meal and clearing away afterwards. Lunch is served at 12:30pm and the evening meal at 5:30pm. We have a well-equipped kitchen and will provide you with all the help you need to get started. The hours are negotiable around the timing of the meals, but are approximately 9:00am to 1:30pm (lunch) and 4:00pm to 6:30pm (evening meal). The job is paid at a rate above the national wage, the exact rate being negotiable. YOU!! No specific catering experience is required – just family cooking will be sufficient. We are looking for a friendly and helpful person able to interact with the residents and staff and who would occasionally be available at short notice. Some days may be at weekends.

Bart & Taylor are a collection of award-winning, premium boutique bars and restaurants, spanning from London to the north of England, each with their own unique concept and style. Due to a business expansion, we are now looking to speak to General Managers in South East London. The successful candidate will have extensive experience of managing a premium restaurant or food-led bar which consistently delivers great results and will possess the personality traits and skills needed to deliver an outstanding guest experience, manage a profitable business, and lead a happy, effective, and well-trained team. We provide a clear path of progression to those who desire it through our company pathway program. We pride ourselves on the significant number of internal vacancies filled from within our existing teams. Job Role: - Manage, and take accountability for all aspects of the business - Recruit, train and retain your team - Deliver an exceptional and consistent guest experience - Have input on menus, suppliers, events, and new ways of working - Maximise probability at every level of the business whilst maintaining high standards. Have experience working to budgets and analysing P&Ls - Ensure full adherence to all food safety, fire, licensing, and h&s procedures - Implement company processes and systems Benefits Include: - Up to £42,000 OTE p/a doe, (including circa £7,000 p/a of service charge) - Free meals when you’re at work - Discounted food and drinks in our restaurants for you and your loved ones - 28 days’ holiday - Internal and external training from industry experts - A realistic pathway to progression in an expanding company

The role: Are you passionate about early childhood education, the outdoors and eager to play a pivotal role in shaping a new nursery? We are seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to join our team at Higher Vibrations Forest School Nursery, a vibrant new nursery set to open soon in Croydon. Your role will be to support and inspire a small team, to offer children daily experiences in the outdoor environment. We are a small forest school setting (up to 20 children) based in13.5 acres of ancient oak woodland. We have a main base building with access to our own private outdoor space. Working Monday to Friday 8-5.30 Salary £27-30,0000 Depending on experience. Responsibilities: - Supporting the management and supervision of nursery staff, including hiring, training and evaluating performance. - Supporting the development and the implementation of age-appropriate curriculum and activities for children. - Ensure compliance with all regulations and health and safety standards. - Liaising with parents/carers regarding their child’s progress or any concerns. - Supporting with all systems and processes including staff development in preparation for OFSTED. - Create a warm and welcoming environment for children, parents, and staff - Leadership of daily operations, including scheduling, record-keeping, and maintaining inventory of supplies. What we are looking for: - Ability to multitask and prioritise responsibilities, - *A minimum Early Years Level 3 qualification or QTS/PGCE - *2 years’ experience as a deputy - *Forests school leader desirable but not essential or someone with a great passion for nature and outdoor play. - *Experience of implementing the EYFS statutory framework. - Knowledge of nursery operations and best practices including safeguarding - Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with fluency in English - A commitment to strong relationship building. Our commitment: - 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays. - Company pension - Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. - We offer competitive compensation based on experience. - Social events throughout the year. As it’s a new nursery you will have a huge impact in embedding our ethos connecting children to nature~learning through play and creating the team culture. Join us in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can flourish and reach their full potential. We look forward to welcoming you to the Higher Vibrations Forest School family!