Catering & Therapeutic Activity Instructor

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Wathwood Hospital is seeking a band 4 technical instructor to join the occupational therapy team on The Lodges ward. The role supports catering services for up to 10 patients and helps develop independent living skills through catering activities.

You will assist with menu planning, food safety, and participate in a 7-day service, combining practical kitchen duties with therapy-based activity delivery alongside occupational therapists.

Qualifications

• Catering qualification or equivalent experience.
• Awareness of food safety in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Assist with menu planning and catering for up to 10 patients on The Lodges.
• Support occupational therapists in developing catering-related skills and independence.
• Deliver group and individual activity sessions as part of the occupational therapy programme.
• Maintain a safe, secure environment and follow HACCP and Trust policies.

Skills

Catering

Food safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Catering qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Wathwood Hospital is seeking a band 4 technical instructor to join the occupational therapy team on The Lodges ward. The role supports catering services for up to 10 patients and helps develop independent living skills through catering activities.

You will assist with menu planning, food safety, and participate in a 7-day service, combining practical kitchen duties with therapy-based activity delivery alongside occupational therapists.