Bank Worker HK&C

Abbeyfield; Beaminster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Job summary

Abbeyfield Beaminster is seeking a Relief Cook & Housekeeper on a bank (casual) basis to support residents with cooking, housekeeping, and daily care in a warm, community‑minded setting.

You will prepare home‑cooked meals, assist residents with daily tasks, maintain clean communal areas, and contribute to residents' wellbeing. Applicants require UK work eligibility, two references, and a DBS check; full training is provided.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Two satisfactory employment references.
• Basic DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation & Cooking for residents.
• Resident Support with daily needs.
• Housekeeping of communal areas.
• Promote wellbeing and community connection.

Skills

Empathy

Care values

Customer service

Job description

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We're dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.

Our work is guided by five core values – Care, Compassion, Community, Integrity and Excellence – and we are proud of the difference our teams make every day in the lives of residents, colleagues and local communities.

Role: Relief Cook & Housekeeper - Bank

Location: Beaminster DT8 3EQ

Hourly Rate: £13.61 - £14.03 p/h

Contract: Bank ( Casual )

About The Role

As a relief Cook & Housekeeper, you will take on a dual role, combining cooking and resident support responsibilities. You will directly impact the wellbeing of our residents by providing the support and care they need in a safe, nurturing environment.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Meal Preparation & Cooking: Prepare and serve home-cooked meals for residents, while maintaining food stock and ensuring proper rotation.
• Resident Support: Be the first point of contact for residents, offering a friendly face and support with their daily needs.
• Housekeeping: Ensure communal areas are clean, tidy, and well-maintained, creating a comfortable environment for all.
• Wellbeing Promotion: Promote the overall wellbeing of our residents, ensuring they feel respected, empowered, and connected within our community.

Pay & Benefits

• In line with your casual (bank) worker assignment agreement, we offer competitive pay that is benchmarked regularly, and in line with those of our employed staff in similar roles.
• Flexible work deserves flexible pay. Access your earnings anytime through Dayforce Wallet
• And depending on how many hours you work, you will accrue leave at an equivalent rate of 31 days paid leave in a full calendar year, inclusive of bank/public holidays (pro rata).
• To carry out this role, you will be provided with mandatory training to get you started, as part of a comprehensive induction. To work for us in future assignments, you will be expected to keep your mandatory training up to date.

About You

• Are you sensitive, empathetic and love to care for others? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and making a real difference? If that sounds like you, we think you’ll fit right in at Abbeyfield!
• Don’t worry if you have no experience - we’ll provide you with all the training you need. What’s more important is that you have high standards, and a natural calling to care!

Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and a basic DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Abbey