Swanage - Relief Staff (Resident Support - Cook and Housekeeping)

Abbeyfield; Swanage; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Abbeyfield Living Society seeks relief staff for a dual role in cooking and resident support in Swanage. This position offers flexibility, a rewarding environment, and an opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of residents. Comprehensive training and support will be provided, along with additional benefits like referral bonuses and discounts.

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Referral Bonuses

Discounts & Perks

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Satisfactory employment references.
• Standard DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve home-cooked meals for 10 residents.
• Be a friendly point of contact for residents.
• Ensure communal areas are clean and tidy.

Skills

Cooking

Resident support

Housekeeping

Job description

Swanage - Relief Staff (Resident Support - Cook and Housekeeping)

Job Description

Posted Friday 4 April 2025 at 00:00 | Expired Wednesday 30 April 2025 at 23:59

Role: Relief Staff (Resident Support - Cook and Housekeeping)

About Abbeyfield Living Society

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 tackling housing challenges and ensuring that older people have a place to call home within a caring community, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.

We’re seeking relief staff to complement our existing Sheltered Housing team in the Swanage area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a flexible, rewarding role where they can make a real difference in the lives of older people.

About the Role

As relief staff,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 10 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.

What Abbeyfield Living Society Offers

We deeply value our staff and show our appreciation with a comprehensive range of benefits:

• Flexible Scheduling:Achieve a great work/life balance by choosing when you work.
• Referral Bonuses:Earn up to £500 for referring a colleague to Abbeyfield.
• Discounts & Perks:Access exclusive discounts and cashback offers through our staff portal, plus eligibility for a Blue Light Card for even more savings.

Why Join Abbeyfield Living Society ?

Our mission is to provide a warm and supportive environment for our residents, with staff who deliver friendly faces, delicious meals, and a clean, comfortable home. We’re here to make later life as enjoyable and stress-free as possible.

You’ll receive full training and support from our friendly team, so you can excel in your role, whether that’s managing budgets, improving your computer skills, or building meaningful connections with our residents.

Ready to join a team that truly makes a difference? Apply today!

*We reserve the right to close posts at any time once we have received sufficient applications

Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and a Standard DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Abbeyfield Living Society . You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked.