Kitchen Assistant
Excelcare Holdings
ContractFull time
We have an opportunity for a Bank Kitchen Assistant to join our Willows Care Home in Milton Keynes. You will become part of a compassionate and welcoming team providing physical, emotional, and social support and most importantly outstanding meal time experiences for the people living in our care home. Your dedication, reliability and support will make a difference every day. Excelcare is a family-owned care home group established for over 35 years. We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us you will become one of the ‘family’ and in return for your dedication and hard work you can expect: · £13.45 per hour · 30 Hours a Week, 3 Days a week (Must be able to work every other weekend) . 9am to 7pm About the role: · As a Bank Kitchen Assistant, you will be required to assist the Chef to prepare and cook nutritious, healthy meals using fresh ingredients for the people living in our care home · Work to scheduled meal plans paying attention to individual dietary requirements and personal choice · Always maintain excellent standards of hygiene · Work in a fast-paced environment and support at mealtimes with the dining experience · Check kitchen equipment and report any concerns or faults to the Chef. · Understanding of Health & Safety, particularly in respect of Basic Food Hygiene, COSHH, safe moving and Handling and working within guidelines relating to cross infection What we are looking for from you: · Experience of cooking for large numbers · A passion for preparing and assisting with cooking of fresh, tasty, homemade food · NVQ Level 2 OR (qualified by experience) in catering and hospitality · 2 years’ experience in a catering environment · Excellent interpersonal skills as you will be involved in meaningful What we offer in return for your hard work: · 28 Days holiday including bank holidays · Free on-site parking* · Enhancement to pay on bank holidays · Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer · DBS certificate paid by Excelcare* · Reimbursement of Blue Light Card membership which gives you access to a wide range of retail, restaurant and experience discounts · Comprehensive induction programme · Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required) · Paid uniform · Employee of the month - £100 for outstanding contribution · Team appreciation week *Terms and Conditions apply If you are interested in the position, please apply online today – we look forward to hearing from you.
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Care Assistant
Excelcare Holdings
PermanentPart time
As a Bank Care Assistant at our Dovecote Care Home in Milton Keynes you will be part of a compassionate and welcoming team providing physical, emotional, and social support. Your dedication, reliability and support will make a difference every day. Excelcare is a family-owned Care Home group established for over 34 years. We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us you will become one of the ‘family’ and in return for your dedication and hard work you can expect: Salary: £13.45 per hour Days - 8am to 8pm Bank, 8am to 8pm. About the role: As a Care Assistant you will be assisting with mealtimes, personal care and completing current and appropriate documentation which includes daily record keeping, charts and care plans. You will be engaging in meaningful activities with the people living in our care home as well as always promoting independence, choice, dignity, and respect. What we are looking for from you: Experience in a care environment either in a care home, as a home care worker or caring for a loved one would be ideal, however if you have a caring and kind approach and the desire to work with older people - become one of the Excelcare family. What we offer in return for your hard work: 28 Days holiday including bank holidays Free on-site parking* Enhanced bank holiday pay Annual salary review Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer* DBS certificate paid by Excelcare* Comprehensive induction programme Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required) Paid uniform Employee of the month - £100 for outstanding contribution Team appreciation week *Terms and Conditions apply If you are interested in the position, please apply online today – we look forward to hearing from you.
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Care Assistant
Excelcare Holdings
PermanentFull time
As a Care Assistant at our Castlemead Court Care Home, Milton Keynes you will be part of a compassionate and welcoming team providing physical, emotional, and social support. Your dedication, reliability and support will make a difference every day. Excelcare is a family-owned Care Home group established for over 34 years. We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us you will become one of the ‘family’ and in return for your dedication and hard work you can expect: Salary: £13.45 - £13.65 per hour depending on experience and qualifications Full Time - 36 to 48 hours a week. Night shifts available from 8pm to 8am About the role: As a Care Assistant you will be assisting with mealtimes, personal care and completing current and appropriate documentation which includes daily record keeping, charts and care plans. You will be engaging in meaningful activities with the people living in our care home as well as always promoting independence, choice, dignity, and respect. What we are looking for from you: Experience in a care environment either in a care home, as a home care worker or caring for a loved one would be ideal, however if you have a caring and kind approach and the desire to work with older people - become one of the Excelcare family. What we offer in return for your hard work: 28 Days holiday including bank holidays Free on-site parking* Enhanced bank holiday pay Annual salary review Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer* DBS certificate paid by Excelcare* Comprehensive induction programme Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required) Paid uniform Employee of the month - £100 for outstanding contribution Team appreciation week *Terms and Conditions apply If you are interested in the position, please apply online today – we look forward to hearing from you.
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Care Assistant
Excelcare Holdings
£13.45 to £14.25 an hour
PermanentFull time
As a Care Assistant at our Willows Care Home, Milton Keynes you will be part of a compassionate and welcoming team providing physical, emotional, and social support. Your dedication, reliability and support will make a difference every day. Excelcare is a family-owned Care Home group established for over 34 years. We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us you will become one of the ‘family’ and in return for your dedication and hard work you can expect: Salary: £13.45 - £13.65 per hour depending on experience and qualifications Full Time - 36 to 48 hours a week. Days 8am to 8pm or Nights 8pm to 8am available. About the role: As a Care Assistant you will be assisting with mealtimes, personal care and completing current and appropriate documentation which includes daily record keeping, charts and care plans. You will be engaging in meaningful activities with the people living in our care home as well as always promoting independence, choice, dignity, and respect. What we are looking for from you: Experience in a care environment either in a care home, as a home care worker or caring for a loved one would be ideal, however if you have a caring and kind approach and the desire to work with older people - become one of the Excelcare family. What we offer in return for your hard work: 28 Days holiday including bank holidays Free on-site parking* Enhanced bank holiday pay Annual salary review Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer* DBS certificate paid by Excelcare* Comprehensive induction programme Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required) Paid uniform Employee of the month - £100 for outstanding contribution Team appreciation week *Terms and Conditions apply If you are interested in the position, please apply online today – we look forward to hearing from
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Nursery Assistant
Acorn Early Years - Emberton, Buckinghamshire
PermanentFull time
Nursery Assistant Full-time - Monday - Friday Emberton Nursery We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Emberton Nursery. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting high-quality early years care in a nurturing, child‑centred environment. This is a full time position, 40 hours per week. About Emberton Nursery We are located in what was the old school in the lovely village of Emberton, near Olney. We have adapted the building to younger children and added our Acorn touch, whilst retaining the character of the original architecture. We have developed the expansive outside area into an outdoor learning centre, which we offer a nature kindergarten during term-time for 3-4 year olds, and an outdoor playscheme in school holidays, for school aged children. In the nursery, we offer full and part-time care for up to 37 places for babies, toddlers and pre-school children, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. In addition to the nursery, the outdoor learning centre offers a 24 place outdoor holiday club for children aged 4-13, alongside other outdoor sessions for the local community including our 16 place Nature Kindergarten. Over the next couple of years we aim to plant over 500 trees and shrubs, build several outdoor shelters and other wooden structures and sculptures, develop an orchard and allotment area, and develop a range of other outdoor provisions that will enhance the activities and sessions on offer. About the Role As a Nursery Assistant, you will support a holistic approach to the curriculum, helping to ensure the wellbeing, development and learning of all children in your care. You will work as part of a team to support the smooth day‑to‑day running of the nursery. Key Responsibilities Support children’s care, wellbeing and individual needs Deliver positive, high-quality interactions based on children’s stages of development Promote positive behaviour in line with Acorn’s policies and procedures Support rich learning experiences indoors and outdoors Encourage children’s independence, confidence and physical development Support planning in the moment Carry out regular observations in line with Acorn guidance Assist with maintaining records such as care plans, “All About Me” forms, medication forms and progress reviews (where appropriate) Understand and support the key person approach Work flexibly as part of a team, adapting responsibilities as required Cascade relevant information to colleagues and management Safeguard all children at all times What We’re Looking For We welcome applications from candidates who: Share Acorn’s values and ethos Have an interest in early years and child development Are caring, enthusiastic and reliable Value parents as partners Communicate effectively with children, families and colleagues Are keen to learn, develop and progress within early years (No formal qualification is required for this role, as training and development will be supported.) Equality, Diversity & Safer Recruitment At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered during the recruitment process. Successful applicants must: Have the right to work in the UK Provide two satisfactory references Complete an Enhanced DBS check prior to commencing employment Benefits As a thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to making Acorn a safe, nurturing and fun place for our children to be, we offer: Payscales that are competitive, transparent and reviewed annually 65% Childcare discount - Pro Rata according to contracted hours Generous family leave Christmas closure 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays (and the option to buy more) 4 dedicated training days and individual development plans Enhanced pension scheme Cyclescheme Techscheme Length of Service awards Summer and Christmas parties Pay advances Employee assistance wellbeing programme Vacancy Reference: MULBERRY - NA Posted via: eyrecruit
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Lunchtime Assistant
Acorn Early Years - Emberton, Buckinghamshire
PermanentPart time
Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant 20 hours per week | Monday–Friday, 11:00–15:00 Emberton Nursery We are looking for a Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant to join our friendly team at Emberton. About Emberton Nursery We are located in what was the old school in the lovely village of Emberton, near Olney. We have adapted the building to younger children and added our Acorn touch, whilst retaining the character of the original architecture. We have developed the expansive outside area into an outdoor learning centre, which we offer a nature kindergarten during term-time for 3-4 year olds, and an outdoor playscheme in school holidays, for school aged children. In the nursery, we offer full and part-time care for up to 37 places for babies, toddlers and pre-school children, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. In addition to the nursery, the outdoor learning centre offers a 24 place outdoor holiday club for children aged 4-13, alongside other outdoor sessions for the local community including our 16 place Nature Kindergarten. Over the next couple of years we aim to plant over 500 trees and shrubs, build several outdoor shelters and other wooden structures and sculptures, develop an orchard and allotment area, and develop a range of other outdoor provisions that will enhance the activities and sessions on offer. About the Role As a Lunchtime Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting children during the middle of their day, helping to create a calm, safe and enjoyable mealtime experience. Working hours: 20 hours per week Monday to Friday Approximately 11:00–15:00 each day All year round What We’re Looking For We welcome applications from candidates who are: Passionate, motivated and enthusiastic Interested in outdoor learning and creative play Keen to progress their personal career development Friendly, reliable and able to work as part of a team Safer Recruitment Successful applicants will be required to: Provide Right to Work in the UK documentation Supply two satisfactory references Complete an enhanced DBS check prior to commencing employment Benefits As a thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to making Acorn a safe, nurturing and fun place for our children to be, we offer: Payscales that are competitive, transparent and reviewed annually 65% Childcare discount Pro-rata according to contracted hours Generous family leave Christmas closure 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays (and the option to buy more) 4 dedicated training days and individual development plans Enhanced pension scheme Cyclescheme Techscheme Length of Service awards Summer and Christmas parties Pay advances for when times are tough Employee assistance wellbeing programme Vacancy Reference: EMB LA Posted via: eyrecruit
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Healthcare Assistant
Excelcare Holdings
£12.85 to £13.25 an hour
ContractFull time
As a Care Assistant at our Waterhall Care Home, Milton Keynes you will be part of a compassionate and welcoming team providing physical, emotional, and social support. Your dedication, reliability and support will make a difference every day. Excelcare is a family-owned Care Home group established for over 34 years. We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us you will become one of the ‘family’ and in return for your dedication and hard work you can expect: Salary: £12.85- £13.25 per hour depending on experience and qualifications 24 and Zero hour contract contract 12 hour shifts from 8am - 8pm/8pm - 8am between Monday - Sunday About the role: As a Care Assistant you will be assisting with mealtimes, personal care and completing current and appropriate documentation which includes daily record keeping, charts and care plans. You will be engaging in meaningful activities with the people living in our care home as well as always promoting independence, choice, dignity, and respect. What we are looking for from you: Experience in a care environment either in a care home, as a home care worker or caring for a loved one would be ideal, however if you have a caring and kind approach and the desire to work with older people - become one of the Excelcare family. What we offer in return for your hard work: 28 Days holiday including bank holidays Free on-site parking* Enhanced bank holiday pay Annual salary review Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer* DBS certificate paid by Excelcare* Comprehensive induction programme Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required) Paid uniform Employee of the month - £100 for outstanding contribution Team appreciation week *Terms and Conditions apply If you are interested in the position, please apply online today – we look forward to hearing from you.
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Senior Care Assistant
CS UK Recruitment Ltd - MK16 0NG
from £14.45 an hour
On-sitePermanentFull time
An exciting new job opportunity is now available for a committed Senior Support Worker to work in a brand new nursing home opened in the summer of 2024 in the Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers This is the latest flagship nursing home in the historic market town of Olney, is the embodiment of elegance and luxury living, combining superb facilities, designed with resident wellbeing in mind, with a convenient location on the edge of town **To be considered for this position you must have an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent** As the Senior Support Worker your key duties include: • Recognise and facilitate the daily needs of residents • Conduct formal supervisions and appraisals • Contributing to care planning and coaching support workers • Take an active professional role in promoting the services offered when dealing with relatives, prospective residents and enquiries • Participate in updating and writing care plans and resident documentation • Be responsible for making and reporting realistic assessments of each resident to ensure continuity of care • Be responsible for administrating medication to the residents in accordance with policies and procedures The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role: • Proven experience of working in a care setting • A good team player • Good verbal and written communication skills • Have a genuine desire to care for others The successful Senior Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £14.00 - £14.45 per hour - Pay frequency is monthly. We currently have permanent vacancies for both days or night shifts available. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits: • Transport available from central pick up points • Mileage paid 25p per mile (T&C’s apply) • Pension scheme • Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects • Enhanced rates for bank holidays • Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Care Awards) • Paid breaks • Uniform provided • Refer a friend scheme • Costs for an enhanced DBS • Rewards for years of service Reference ID: 7004 To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to contact@jupiterrecruitment.co.uk Talk to us - Jupiter Recruitment on WhatsApp Our WhatsApp number is - 07856209032
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Assistant Manager - Live in
Mitchells & Butlers PLC - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Competitive Salary plus live in accommodation
PermanentFull time
No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you! As Assistant Manager at the Fountain - Harvester, you’ll bring your experience to the table, supporting the General Manager in leading your team to success. Through your passion and drive you will motivate your team to deliver excellent guest experience, mentoring each individual to be the best that they can be! Join us at Harvester, the nation's family favourite. Famous for our fresh rotisserie chicken, sizzling grills and unlimited salad bar, we pride ourselves on offering feel good dining for the nation. Fancy a fresh start? We want to hear from you. This opportunity comes with the added benefit of onsite accommodation. WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Amazing progression opportunities! We believe in growing our own talent. Last year, we promoted over 150 Assistant Managers to General Managers. A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery or socialising with friends in the city at All Bar One, we’ve got you covered. 20% discount across all off our brands for up to 5 friends and family. Discounts on gym memberships. Team Socials – work hard, play hard! On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS ASSISTANT MANAGER YOU’LL… Use your management experience to support the General Manager in the day to day running of the business, being the Duty Manager when they are not around. Use your communication skills to train and inspire your team to deliver food, drink, and service to be proud of. Be the role model and guide development within your team. Lead the team to deliver moments that WOW our guest, keeping them coming back. At M&B, we want people to be supported, valued, able to be themselves and work in a great team. Join us and help us make every guest feel truly welcome.
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Guest Service Assistant
Kew Green Hotels
£12.71 to £12.71 an hour
PermanentPart time
Our Guest Service Assistants are at the heart of the guest experience, making sure every visitor feels welcome and cared for. You’ll receive full training to work across all guest-facing areas of the hotel, from reception to food and beverage, making this the perfect opportunity to kick start your career in hospitality. Other businesses may call this role Receptionist, Food & Beverage Assistant, Guest Experience Assistant, or Hotel Services Assistant. This role reports directly to the Guest Service Manager. What you’ll do Deliver excellent service across reception, restaurant, bar, meetings and events. Support with tasks including check in/out, food and drink service, conference set-ups, and banqueting. Build genuine relationships with guests, adapting your approach to each individual. Maintain cleanliness and presentation across all guest areas. Help the hotel meet brand standards and company goals by delivering outstanding service every shift. Represent our values and culture, keeping guest experience at the centre of everything you do. What we’re looking for A genuine passion for people and hospitality. Experience is great, but not essential. Strong communication skills and the confidence to work as part of a team. A proactive approach. (You notice what needs to be done and make it happen!) Comfortable using technology, including MS Office and similar tools. If you’re friendly, motivated, and love making people’s day, this could be the role for you! What’s in it for you Career development through fully funded apprenticeships and our internal development programme. Discounts on hotel stays and a variety of major retailers, restaurants and days out. Free use of our gyms, pools, and leisure facilities. 24/7 access to wellbeing, financial, and legal support. Next steps If you’re shortlisted, we’ll give you a quick call to learn more about you and answer your questions. Candidates who progress will then be invited to the hotel for an in-person interview. We review applications as they come in, so apply early to avoid missing out. We may close the role once we’ve found the right person. At Kew Green Hotels, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know at recruitment@kewgreenhotels.com - we’re here to support you. Who are Kew Green Hotels? Kew Green Hotels is one of the UK’s leading hotel management companies, operating a diverse portfolio of global brands. We’re a people-driven business that’s passionate about performance, guest experience, and creating hotels that make us proud. Learn more about who we are and what drives us at www.kewgreenhotels.com.
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