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Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home \n\nLondon Borough of Hounslow\n12-Month Contract\n36 Hours per Week\n£26.15 per hour (Umbrella)\n\n We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Manager to lead the setup, registration, and launch of a brand-new 6-bed children’s residential home currently under construction and due for completion in June.\n\n This is a unique opportunity to shape a service from the ground up, build your own team, and ensure the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance from day one.\n\n About the Role \n\nAs Registered Manager, you will take full responsibility for establishing and leading the service, ensuring it is fully compliant and ready to provide outstanding care to children and young people.\n\n You will play a key role in:\n\nLeading recruitment, induction, and development of a brand-new staff team\nDriving the home through Ofsted registration\nEmbedding a positive, safe, and nurturing cultureKey Responsibilities\nLead, manage, and develop the full staff team, including:\n2 Deputy Managers\n3 Senior Residential Support Workers\n10 Residential Support Workers (including 4 Waking Night staff)\nHandy Person, Cook, and Domestic Cleaner\nOversee all onboarding, induction, and training processes\nPrepare for and manage the Ofsted registration process, including:\nDocumentation and compliance\nOfsted interview\nRegistration visit\nEnsure the home is fully prepared for opening, maintaining high standards of:\nSafeguarding\nCare quality\nRegulatory compliance\nProvide flexibility for on-call duties and additional support when requiredAbout You Essential:\nQCF Level 3 (or equivalent) in Residential Childcare\nMinimum 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care within the last 5 years\nAt least 1 year in a supervisory/management role within a care setting\nStrong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and children’s home standards\nExcellent leadership, organisational, and communication skillsDesirable:\nLevel 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare\n (or willingness to enrol upon appointment)Additional Requirements:\nMust successfully complete an Ofsted Fit Person interview within 6 months of appointmentWhy Apply?\nOpportunity to open and shape a brand-new children’s home\nBuild and lead your own team from day one\nMake a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people\nWork within a supportive local authority environmentIf you are an experienced Registered Manager ready for your next challenge and want to play a pivotal role in launching a new service, we’d love to hear from you.\n\nApply now or get in touch for more information

\n \n \n \n Location: Davids House, Harrow\n \n \n \n Hours: Relief/Bank hours per week\n \n \n Salary: £17.33 per hour\n \n \n For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Care Home. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. If you live outside this area but would still find the commute manageable, please get in touch - we are happy to review individual circumstances.\n \n \n About the role \n We are looking for a skilled and motivated Chef to join our catering team at MHA. This is a rewarding role where you will play a vital part in supporting residents’ health, wellbeing and enjoyment of daily life through high-quality, nutritious meals. \n As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving meals that meet residents’ dietary and nutritional needs, while respecting individual choice, dignity and cultural preferences. You will help maintain a safe, efficient and welcoming kitchen environment, in line with food safety legislation and MHA values. \n What you will do \n \n • Prepare, cook and serve nutritious meals for residents, visitors and staff, including catering for occasional events.\n, • Plan menus with the Home Manager to ensure meals are balanced, appealing and meet individual dietary needs, including those of residents living with dementia.\n, • Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health & safety and HACCP requirements, maintaining accurate records and audits.\n, • Manage food stocks and ordering, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to agreed budgets.\n, • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in all kitchen and food storage areas.\n, • Supervise and support kitchen assistants and oversee others using the kitchen.\n, • Assist with the induction and training of new kitchen staff.\n, • Previous experience cooking in a care, hospitality, restaurant or pub environment.\n, • Knowledge and understanding of food safety and HACCP principles.\n, • The ability to work well as part of a team and communicate clearly with colleagues.\n, • A flexible approach to work and willingness to work a 7-day rota.\n, • Sensitivity to the needs of older people and a commitment to quality and customer-focused service.\n, • Willingness to undertake further training and development as required.\n, • 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time).\n, • A strong pension scheme and life assurance\n, • Free DBS checks and uniforms (where applicable)\n, • Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund\n, • Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies\n, • Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app\n, • A full induction, ongoing training and clear development opportunities\n

Welcome to IFG, we are one of the fastest growing, education catering companies in the country and were recently awarded Education Caterer of the year at the Foodservice Catey Awards. IFG has 4 amazing brands, Cucina, Innovate, Hutchison & Chapter One. We’re not going to bore you with a long list of empty adjectives, we want one simple thing: awesome people to help us feed more children better food. The role… Job Title: Relief Cook Manager - Primary Schools School Location: Supporting in Feltham & surrounding area Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 7am-3.30pm (40 hours per week) Working Weeks: 42 weeks per year (term time plus inset days) Pay Details: £27,500 per Annum Your Background… We’re open to people with great cooking and people management skills. You will be an experienced Cook/Chef Manager, used to cooking using fresh seasonal ingredients at volume, managing your kitchen and liaising directly with onsite clients. As manager you will head up the team, making sure service runs smoothly and that all due diligence is adhered to. We’re not in the business of making school food, we’re here to make good food, after all, that’s why our clients and customers love us! What’s in it for me? So maybe you fancy working somewhere close to home, with daytime hours, and with your weekends and evenings free? Not to mention all school holidays off, giving you the opportunity for some great work-life balance. As an added bonus a free meal is supplied on shift! (and uniform) We’ll give you a place to grow and a career to be proud of. There are loads of free qualifications and career development opportunities to be had and we’ve got a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers! We also run monthly opportunities for the best teams to win shopping vouchers... Next steps… If you think you’ve got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we’d love to hear from you! An interview and kitchen visit will be required for this role. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children’s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you passionate about cooking and providing nutritious meals for young children? As a Chef at Busy Bees, youll be a key part of our kitchen team, preparing healthy meals that support children's growth and development. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where you will contribute to the wellbeing of children while gaining valuable experience in catering within the early years sector. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, youll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Ealing Northfields, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 33 children in a cozy ground floor nursery with a secure garden. Favored by local families for our personal touch and strong parent partnership, our compact setting features all age groups on one floor, creating a home-from-home feel that is particularly cherished by new parents and those with babies. Parents appreciate the calm and homely atmosphere, which helps young children settle in and build secure bonds with their key persons. Conveniently located just a five-minute walk from Northfields station (Piccadilly line), we also provide complimentary lunches for our children and free parking for staff, ensuring easy access to our nurturing environment. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off its our gift to you! 25% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) But wait, theres more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Prepare healthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary needs. Oversee kitchen operations ensuring food safety and hygiene compliance. Manage kitchen staff and collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections. Maintain kitchen inventory and efficiently manage purchasing. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above). Experience in catering or kitchen operations. Empathy and understanding each child is unique. If youre passionate about food and nutrition and maybe you have experience as Chef, an Assistant Chef, a Cook or managed a cafe apply now! TPBN1_UKTJ

A leading care home provider in the United Kingdom seeks a Cook to positively impact residents' lives. Candidates must have prior cooking experience and knowledge of nutritional diets.

A residential care service provider in Greater London is seeking a reliable and experienced Cook to prepare nutritious meals for older adults living with dementia.

A respected care charity in the UK is seeking a BANK Assistant Cook on a Zero Hours Contract. The role involves preparing, cooking, and serving meals while ensuring kitchen hygiene and safety.

Experience cooking for older people or in a care/residential home setting. Ensure food is cooked to a high standard, following nutritional guidelines for older adults. Work safely and professionally within a residential care home environment.

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced cook to work in a nursing home in Littlehampton. If you're passionate about cooking and making a difference, contact us today! #J-18808-Ljbffr.

Proven experience in a cooking role, preferably in a healthcare or care home setting. Ten90 Recruitment is looking for a Cook / Chef to make a difference to the lives of people in the services we support!. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Chef / Cook to join us to work within a number of

A private staffing agency is looking for a full-time Housekeeper/Cook in Hampstead, London.

A residential care home in Greater London is seeking a Chef/Cook to plan and provide nutritious meals for residents, ensuring food quality and hygiene standards are met.

An international family in Belgravia, London, is seeking a Live-in Housekeeper Cook to maintain their elegant home and prepare healthy meals.

A service-focused recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Cook/Chef to prepare and cook meals for various services.

We're now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Care Assistant at Amarna House Care Home in York. Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards the residents and other people in the home. At Avery, we're not just one of the UK's largest pro

As a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve.

As a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the safe and attractive surroundings that enable us to give our residents the quality care and support they deserve. We take real pride in the quality and appearance of our homes.

Duties will include: preparing food, including simple cooking and serving of meals, snacks and beverages; handling of cash, operating cash register and completing relevant forms; ensuring all food handling operations are in compliance with current Food Hygiene and Health and Safety legislation, and

As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support.

The salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year).Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.This is a 39-week sessional post i.Monday - Friday, working 7 hours per day.East Lothian Council seek to appoint a positive, resilient and committed individual fo

As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve.

Join Fuller's: Where the true you thrives and diversity is embraced.At Fuller's we don't just offer jobs, we invite you to celebrate your authentic self.Our four core values - doing things the right way, being part of the family, celebrating individuality and always asking what's next? - define the

The salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year).Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.This is a 39-week sessional post i.Temporary until 31st March 2027.Monday - Friday, working 7 hours per day.East Lothian Council seek to appoint a positive, resil

By making sure each resident has clean clothing and bedding, you'll be playing your own part in helping everyone to feel comfortable and at home. The role of Laundry Assistant involves sorting, washing, drying, ironing and contributing to the overall look and feel of the home. It's a great way to ge

We’re Popeyes UK – and we’re here to bring the world’s best fried chicken to the UK with bold flavour, big energy, and serious southern hospitality.We’re growing fast, and we’re looking for an Assistant General Manager who’s ready to step up, lead with passion, and help us become the U

As a Bank Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support. When you join us as a Bank Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home.

As an Activities Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll deliver imaginative, fun and varied activities to ensure our residents can enjoy an environment that is motivational and fulfilling.

Sedgemoor - Team Member - Retail.Our Site Director, Karolina and her team at Sedgemoor Services on the M5 Southbound near Burnham-on-Sea are looking for an energetic and adaptable Team Member to join their Retail team.You will be part of our historic WHSmith brand dating back to 1792.You will be car

Team Member [Night Shifts] - Hounslow.We are itsu, the leading Asian-inspired quick-service retail and grocery brand with over 80 restaurants across the UK and Belgium, and a growing wholesale business across Europe and beyond.Our renowned delicious food made fresh in every restaurant, every day, ha

Leisure Team Member - Hayling Island - Hayling Island, Hampshire.Enthusiastic individuals, who have a genuine passion for leisure.Able to pick up new skills quickly.Someone who will engage with the guests and host activities to ensure guests can enjoy their holiday to the full.All applicants must h

Tibshelf - Team Member - WHSmith (Nights).Tibshelf - Team Member - WHSmith (Nights).Our Site Director, Mark and his team at Tibshelf Services on the M1 near Alfreton are looking for an energetic and adaptable Team Member to join their overnight Retail team.You will be part of our historic WHSmith br

Are you ready to bring energy, serve up smiles, and be part of something exciting? At Popeyes, we’re all about flavour, fun, and southern hospitality—and we’re looking for Team Members to help us bring the New Orleans spirit to the UK! .Whether you're looking for flexibility or a long-term c

Sedgemoor - Team Member - Cleaning & Facilities.Our Site Director, Karolina at Sedgemoor Motorway Services on the M5 southbound, near Burnham-on-Sea is looking for Team Members to join her cleaning and facilities team.Joining the team you would be responsible for ensuring the site area and facilitie

A genuine passion for hospitality and making people feel at home.

Floor Team Member - Kingston upon Thames.They're the most important part of Megan's and what separates us from everyone else.Sure, we've got beautiful interiors (check out our socials or just walk on by), delicious food inspired by sunny places & made freshly in our kitchens and fantastic opportunit

Tibshelf - Team Member - Facilities.Tibshelf - Team Member - Facilities.Mark, our Site Director at Tibshelf Motorway Services on the M1, near Alfreton is looking for Team Members to join his facilities team.Joining the team you would be responsible for ensuring the site area and facilities are clean