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Job Advertisement: Cook 15 hrs Pro rata
Location: Warwick House, Acocks Green, Birmingham, UK
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with learning disabilities, autism, complex health conditions, and challenging behaviour? Warwick House is seeking dedicated and experienced cook to join our supportive and nurturing team.
About Warwick House: Warwick House is a specialist long-stay home providing care for children with a range of learning disabilities. Our aim is to create a nurturing environment where children can develop the skills and confidence, they need for day-to-day life. We support children with emotional well-being, health, and social needs, tailoring our care to meet their individual requirements.
This is an exciting time to join us, and we need the right talent to help us to continue to improve and grow our services.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual who has experience of working as a cook. You will receive full support, ongoing training, and development opportunities.
The Residential provision is a 24hr service, applicants for these roles will be expected to work shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.
Responsibilities:
* Meal planning, food preparation and cooking
* Health, safety and hygiene
* Supporting the children’s dietary needs
* Inventory management and record keeping
* Teamwork and engagement
* Cultural sensitivity, food aversions and sensory challenges
Requirements:
* Experience working as a cook.
* Strong organisation and time managements skills.
* Excellent communication skills.
* A compassionate and patient approach, with a commitment to providing a high-quality service.
* Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers.
* Relevant qualifications.
Why Join Us?
* Competitive salary.
* 30 days paid annual leave with additional bank holidays, pro rata.
* This increases to 33 days after five years’ service, and then 35 days after ten years’ service, pro rata.
* Additional benefits
* Generous Pension Scheme
* Our Practice Hub is dedicated to supporting staff in their learning and development.
This position is open to all applicants, however, please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
If you are a passionate and experienced cook, looking for a rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join the Warwick House family and help us make a difference.
To Apply:
Please contact the home manager for further details.
Warwick House, Acocks Green - Contact Baljinder Khera on 0121 675 1139
Baljinder.khera@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk
Help us to change children and young people’s lives!
At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.
Why Join Us?
* Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
* Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
* Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
* Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.
Our Values
We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.
We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.
Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.
Safeguarding
At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.
The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.
We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.
Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.
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