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Male Support Workers Location: Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Rate: £13.03 per hour Permanent | Full-time | 37.5 hours per week (rota-based) Please note: We are unable to consider Skilled Worker or Student Visa applicants for this role ‘Extraordinary Days, Every Day’ At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence, building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs. We are recruiting Support Workers to join our service in Potters Bar, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career - any truly make a difference! About the Service – Morven House Rated GOOD by CQC, Morven House is a prestigious and beautiful Georgian building that is very welcoming and boasts a fun and homely atmosphere. It has a fantastic garden, and unusually for a Supported Living Site has 2 communal lounges – which are utilised a lot by their 10 Service Users. The current Service Users in situ are all male and aged between 20 – 57 years of age. All have autism and varying levels of learning disabilities with come challenging behaviour and limited communication. That said, all are VERY active, and are incredibly sociable. A number of outings are arranged from Morven House to Thorpe Park and similar places. Other activities enjoyed are dancing (continuously for one of our Service User’s), BBQ’s, swimming, bowling, adventure parks, going on walks, music, arts and crafts, attending Day Centres, sensory rooms, shopping, eating out, gaming, with one Service User attending college, and another who is in paid employment. Service User Interests The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities, and Support Workers play a vital role in enabling these experiences, including: Arts and crafts Days out such as Theme Parks, Meals out, Social activities, Christmas markets etc. Holidays and short breaks Walks in the local park and community Cooking and baking to develop life skills The Role You will: Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing Support activities, appointments, and community access Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team Work a rota including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins Who We’re Looking For We’re seeking people who are caring, patient, and respectful, with a positive and resilient approach. You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable. No previous experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we’ll provide full training and a structured induction programme. Requirements Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health and Social Care Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis Drivers desirable but not essential Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech) What We Offer Recommend A Friend Bonus Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Free DBS Check Blue Light Card Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee Recognition Schemes Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant Our Values Friendly Positive Innovative Empowering Person-Centred Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day. About CareTech Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex nee

Sous Chef Lead the line at a destination farm-resort restaurant Location: Rural resort setting, easily commutable Salary: £38,000 plus up to £5,000 tronc bonus Contract: Permanent, full-time Live-In / Accommodation: Available on site at approximately £100 per week Overview A high-profile granary-style restaurant set within a much-loved farm and leisure resort is looking for a talented Sous Chef to step into a senior position in the kitchen. This is a destination venue where fresh, seasonal, produce-led food is at the heart of everything, and where the daytime dining offer draws a steady stream of visitors throughout the year. This is a rare opportunity for a chef who values quality of life as much as quality of food. With predominantly daytime hours and most shifts finishing around 6pm, it offers the kind of work-life balance that is hard to find in hospitality, without compromising on ambition or standards in the kitchen. The Role As Sous Chef you will be the right hand to the Head Chef, running the pass, leading the brigade in their absence, and taking ownership of consistency, standards, and the smooth running of a busy daytime service. You will play a key part in menu development, making the most of fresh and locally available produce, and helping to maintain the reputation that makes this such a sought-after place to eat. Key Responsibilities Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen and deputise in their absence Lead and motivate the kitchen team to deliver consistent, high-quality dishes throughout service Oversee the pass and ensure every plate leaving the kitchen meets the agreed standard Contribute to menu development, specials, and seasonal changes using fresh, produce-led ingredients Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships to minimise waste and protect margins Maintain rigorous food safety, hygiene, and health-and-safety standards across the kitchen Support the training and development of junior chefs and kitchen staff Key Requirements Proven experience as a Sous Chef, or a strong Chef de Partie ready to step up A genuine passion for fresh, seasonal, produce-led cooking Confident leading a brigade and running a busy service from the pass Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen compliance Calm, organised, and reliable under pressure, with strong attention to detail A team player who can develop and inspire those around them This role will suit an ambitious chef who wants to do brilliant food while enjoying a genuinely sociable working pattern, rather than the late nights that so often come with the industry. Whats On Offer Salary of £38,000 plus up to £5,000 in tronc bonus Predominantly daytime hours, with most shifts finishing around 6pm On-site living accommodation available at approximately £100 per week A senior role within a respected, high-footfall destination venue Scope for menu input and genuine career progression A supportive team and a working environment that values balance If you are a talented chef looking for a senior kitchen role with the work-life balance to match, we would love to hear from you. CVs in English (Word or PDF format only) Important Notes: 1. Applications should be made by email or phone. 2. Applications should be in Word format only and in ENGLISH! 3. DDH Recruitment Ltd does not charge work seekers for its services. 4. All workers will be subject to UK taxation. Please be aware that if you apply for this vacancy then you have given permission under Data Protection (GDPR) for DDH Recruitment Ltd to work with your enclosed information and CV content and to share these details with our clients. We take the receipt of your CV as your permission to proceed with your application. If you do not wish DDH Recruitment Ltd to use your details with our clients, please contact us as soon as possible. TPBN1_UKCT

Chef Care Home Environment Welwyn Garden City 40 Hours per Week Alternate Weekends Required Shifts: 7:00am 6:00pm Quest Employment is currently recruiting for an experienced Chef to join a well-established and welcoming nursing home in Welwyn Garden City. Please note: sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Chef looking for a better work-life balance within the care sector. Unlike traditional hospitality roles, this position offers consistent hours with no late nights and a more stable working environment. The home provides high-quality nursing, residential and dementia care within a modern and supportive setting, where delivering an excellent dining experience is an important part of resident wellbeing. The Role As Chef, you will play a key role in creating nutritious, high-quality meals and ensuring residents receive an excellent dining experience every day. Duties will include: Preparing and cooking high-quality meals for residents Supporting the Chef Manager with the day-to-day running of the kitchen Supervising kitchen staff in the Chef Managers absence Assisting with menu planning and dietary requirements Maintaining excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards Carrying out cleaning duties and ensuring the kitchen is maintained to a high standard Supporting compliance with food safety regulations and risk assessments About You We are looking for a proactive and experienced Chef who is passionate about food and enjoys working in a caring, resident-focused environment. The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience as a Chef within a catering or hospitality environment A valid Food Hygiene Certificate City & Guilds 7061 or NVQ Level 2 in Catering/Hospitality (preferred) Ideally 3+ years experience in a similar Chef role A positive, can-do attitude Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently A friendly and approachable manner when interacting with residents, families and colleagues A passion for producing high-quality meals consistently Whats on Offer Competitive salary Consistent full-time hours Supportive working environment Ongoing training and development opportunities Pension contribution Annual leave entitlement Employee rewards and recognition schemes If youre an experienced Chef looking to move into a rewarding care environment with excellent working hours, wed love to hear from you. Apply today with Quest Employment . Important Information All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work. Sponsorship is not available for this role. TPBN1_UKTJ