Housekeeper Cook

CareTech; Balfron; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£500 Welcome Bonus after probation.

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Free meals on shift and free onsite停车

Exclusive discounts at major retailers

Company pension and staff recognition

Paid DBS/PVG check

24/7 helpline and hardship support

Job summary

Spark Of Genius in Balfron, Scotland is seeking a caring Housekeeper/Cook to join our children’s residential home. You'll maintain high cleaning standards and prepare nutritious meals, supporting children's health and wellbeing.

New staff will use an electronic care recording system daily; training will be provided. The role is 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a 500 welcome bonus after probation and other benefits. A DBS/PVG check is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or housekeeping environments.
• Food hygiene knowledge (Level 2 desirable).
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Flexible, organised and reliable.
• Understand health and safety in kitchens and residential settings.

Responsibilities

• Cook balanced meals and snacks tailored to dietary needs.
• Maintain high cleaning standards in bedrooms and shared areas.
• Manage kitchen hygiene, stock and log temperatures.

Skills

Catering experience

Housekeeping experience

Good communication

Job description

Location

Balfron

Contract

Full Time

Role Type

Permanent

Working hours per week

35

Salary

£23,023 based on 35 hours per week

Closing Date

Friday 27 March 2026

Role

Housekeeper / Cook — Permanent | 35 hours per week

Location

Balfron, G63 Scotland

Hours/rota

Monday to Friday, 10am or 11am start to 5pm or 6pm

Salary

£23,023 based on 35 hours per week

Extraordinary Days Every Day

About Spark Of Genius

For over 25 years, Spark of Genius has supported children and young people with additional needs, creating safe, inclusive environments where they can thrive, we call it Extraordinary Days, Every Day.

About The Role

We’re looking for a caring and well‑organised Housekeeper/Cook to join our children’s residential home. You’ll help create a warm, welcoming setting by maintaining high cleaning standards and preparing nutritious meals that support children’s health and wellbeing.

New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people’s records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role.

What You’ll Do

Cooking

• Prepare and cook balanced meals and snacks, tailored to individual dietary needs and allergies
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness
• Safely store, label and rotate food in line with regulations
• Plan menus within agreed budgets
• Record temperatures and complete kitchen log sheets
• Prepare buffets or meals at short notice when needed

Housekeeping

• Clean bedrooms and shared areas to a high standard
• Follow routines, policies and infection‑control procedures
• Safely store hazardous materials (COSHH)
• Keep bathrooms stocked and spotless
• Report maintenance issues promptly
• Carry out occasional deep cleans when required

About You

• Experience in a catering or housekeeping environment.
• Knowledge of food hygiene (Level 2 desirable).
• Good communication skills and a team‑focused approach.
• Flexible, organised and reliable.
• Understanding of health & safety in kitchens and residential settings.

Why join us

• £500 Welcome Bonus after probation.
• Refer-a-Friend scheme - earn up to £1,000.
• Free meals on shift and free onsite parking.
• Exclusive discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S and more).
• Company pension and staff recognition awards.
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG check.
• 24/7 helpline and hardship support via the CareTech Foundation.

Safeguarding

CareTech is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All offers are subject to an Enhanced DBS/PVG check and satisfactory references covering the past two years and all roles involving vulnerable groups.