ABI unit - Manton Heights We are a small neuro rehabilitation unit called the ABI unit in Bedford area, for patients with Strokes and brain injuries. the patients stay at the unit for 6-12weeks and receive rehabilitation from our therapy team. Duties will include: Helping residents with their daily activities like washing, dressing, eating. Being a caring and friendly companion to help our patients while on their 6-12week stay at the abi unit. Supporting the seniors to ensure residents are kept safe, clean, healthy and empowered to make their own choices. Supporting the therapy team with progressing patients and promoting impendence. Previous experience is not essential, although if you have worked in care before that is also great. This is a bank contract.
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
ABI unit - Manton Heights We are a small neuro rehabilitation unit called the ABI unit in Bedford area, for patients with Strokes and brain injuries. the patients stay at the unit for 6-12weeks and receive rehabilitation from our therapy team. Duties will include: Helping residents with their daily activities like washing, dressing, eating. Being a caring and friendly companion to help our patients while on their 6-12week stay at the abi unit. Supporting the seniors to ensure residents are kept safe, clean, healthy and empowered to make their own choices. Supporting the therapy team with progressing patients and promoting impendence. Previous experience is not essential, although if you have worked in care before that is also great. This is a bank contract.
Manton Heights ABI Unit, believe mealtimes should be enjoyable, nutritious, and something our residents look forward to. We re currently seeking a passionate and reliable Assistant Chef to work in the kitchen to prepare fresh, high-quality meals that cater to a variety of dietary needs in a warm and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities: Preparation and cooking of nutritious meals for residents, ensuring presentation and taste meet high standards. Plan menus that meet residents dietary requirements, preferences, and medical needs (e.g., soft diets, allergies, diabetic-friendly options). Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, complying with food safety regulations at all times. Ensure food is prepared and stored correctly, following HACCP procedures. Support the smooth running of mealtimes, including food service when required. Stock control, rotation, and ordering under the Head Chef s guidance. About You: Experience in a similar kitchen or catering assistant role (care setting preferred but not essential). Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 minimum). Passion for cooking and a genuine interest in working with older people. Ability to work in a team and take direction well. Good communication skills and a friendly, patient manner. What We Offer: A supportive, welcoming workplace with a strong team spirit. Opportunities for training, development, and career progression. Free meals on shift. Uniform provided. Pension scheme, paid breaks, employee benefits, etc. How to Apply: If you re ready to make a difference and bring comfort through good food, we d love to hear from you
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Manton Heights ABI Unit, believe mealtimes should be enjoyable, nutritious, and something our residents look forward to. We re currently seeking a passionate and reliable Assistant Chef to work in the kitchen to prepare fresh, high-quality meals that cater to a variety of dietary needs in a warm and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities: Preparation and cooking of nutritious meals for residents, ensuring presentation and taste meet high standards. Plan menus that meet residents dietary requirements, preferences, and medical needs (e.g., soft diets, allergies, diabetic-friendly options). Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, complying with food safety regulations at all times. Ensure food is prepared and stored correctly, following HACCP procedures. Support the smooth running of mealtimes, including food service when required. Stock control, rotation, and ordering under the Head Chef s guidance. About You: Experience in a similar kitchen or catering assistant role (care setting preferred but not essential). Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 minimum). Passion for cooking and a genuine interest in working with older people. Ability to work in a team and take direction well. Good communication skills and a friendly, patient manner. What We Offer: A supportive, welcoming workplace with a strong team spirit. Opportunities for training, development, and career progression. Free meals on shift. Uniform provided. Pension scheme, paid breaks, employee benefits, etc. How to Apply: If you re ready to make a difference and bring comfort through good food, we d love to hear from you
Brentwood Care Centre, are recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to work with their friendly Kitchen team The ideal candidate would have previous experience working within a kitchen environment, however not essential. The main duties would enclude, food preperation, full cleaning of kitchen, assisting the Head Chef where required. Full induction and training will be provided Benefits Ongoing training and support to further your career A Career pathway with opportunities to get promoted; where progression to management positions is encouraged Comprehensive induction Wide variety of health, Company pension scheme Paid annual leave (pro rata) Refer a friend bonus Parking available on site
Dec 17, 2025
Full time
Brentwood Care Centre, are recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to work with their friendly Kitchen team The ideal candidate would have previous experience working within a kitchen environment, however not essential. The main duties would enclude, food preperation, full cleaning of kitchen, assisting the Head Chef where required. Full induction and training will be provided Benefits Ongoing training and support to further your career A Career pathway with opportunities to get promoted; where progression to management positions is encouraged Comprehensive induction Wide variety of health, Company pension scheme Paid annual leave (pro rata) Refer a friend bonus Parking available on site
Brentwood Care Centre are looking for a Hostess to support their care and catering team. The Host will ensure that all Residents visitors are welcomed, greeted in a polite, friendly and professional manner. Customer relations, service and quality will be at the forefront of this role. The Host will promote communications and best practice ways of working with Residents, Care and Catering teams. Host/Hostess Duties To ensure the Food & Beverage Areas are clean, tidy, and well stocked at all times. To ensure the hot and cold beverages and snacks are stocked and well maintained. To greet residents, relatives and all visitors to the home in a warm friendly manner, offering refreshments and always present a professional image. To encourage and support residents choice and independence with eating, drinking and serving themselves. To liaise with Managers, Seniors and Lifestyle teams regarding the activities, visitors and events planned for the month/ week/ day. Plan and organize the food and beverage stock required for activities, visitors and events. To assist with functions as required. To assist with washing of crockery and cutlery as required to stock the food service areas and beverage trolleys. To support the Lifestyle Team with the food and beverage provision for activities, visits and events. To ensure dining areas are well presented appropriately for each meal with adequate equipment for each service. To encourage Residents to participate in preparing dining areas and meal service. Ensuring all feedback is sought and communicated effectively and efficiently to relevant stakeholders. Providing residents with room service and regular opportunities for refreshment. To ensure all food and beverage areas are compliant with HACCP and food safety. To ensure all documentation is complete in relation to food service and delivery. To monitor and audit the Resident experience, contributing to the improvement of standards. Communicating stock levels to the Head Chef of crockery, utensils and provisions ensuring sufficient stock levels are made. Ideal candidate will come from a hospitaltiy background, warm and welcoming and caring individual with a can do attitude, can work independently as well as a team, care home experience not essential
Dec 17, 2025
Full time
Brentwood Care Centre are looking for a Hostess to support their care and catering team. The Host will ensure that all Residents visitors are welcomed, greeted in a polite, friendly and professional manner. Customer relations, service and quality will be at the forefront of this role. The Host will promote communications and best practice ways of working with Residents, Care and Catering teams. Host/Hostess Duties To ensure the Food & Beverage Areas are clean, tidy, and well stocked at all times. To ensure the hot and cold beverages and snacks are stocked and well maintained. To greet residents, relatives and all visitors to the home in a warm friendly manner, offering refreshments and always present a professional image. To encourage and support residents choice and independence with eating, drinking and serving themselves. To liaise with Managers, Seniors and Lifestyle teams regarding the activities, visitors and events planned for the month/ week/ day. Plan and organize the food and beverage stock required for activities, visitors and events. To assist with functions as required. To assist with washing of crockery and cutlery as required to stock the food service areas and beverage trolleys. To support the Lifestyle Team with the food and beverage provision for activities, visits and events. To ensure dining areas are well presented appropriately for each meal with adequate equipment for each service. To encourage Residents to participate in preparing dining areas and meal service. Ensuring all feedback is sought and communicated effectively and efficiently to relevant stakeholders. Providing residents with room service and regular opportunities for refreshment. To ensure all food and beverage areas are compliant with HACCP and food safety. To ensure all documentation is complete in relation to food service and delivery. To monitor and audit the Resident experience, contributing to the improvement of standards. Communicating stock levels to the Head Chef of crockery, utensils and provisions ensuring sufficient stock levels are made. Ideal candidate will come from a hospitaltiy background, warm and welcoming and caring individual with a can do attitude, can work independently as well as a team, care home experience not essential
Maidstone Care Centre is a welcoming, beautifully decorated and purpose-built care home which specialises in Nursing, Residential and Dementia care for older people, and is currently seeking Health Care Assistants to join our friendly team. Responsibilities: Assisting residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing and feeding Providing physical and mental stimulation by taking part in recreational and social activities or events with residents, both individually and as a group Taking responsibility for the physical and emotional well-being and social needs of the residents Being aware and participating in the development of resident Care plans and having full awareness of any specialist support needs Assisting residents with mobility and support Requirements A kind, caring and compassionate nature Passionate and keen to develop new skills A good listener with patience Flexibility, due to shift work Ability to communicate well, both written and verbally Candidates MUST have proof of right to work in the UK Benefits Ongoing training and support to further your career A Career pathway with opportunities to get promoted; where progression to management positions are encouraged Full and comprehensive induction Wide variety of health, retail and leisure benefits via Perkbox Company pension scheme Paid annual leave (pro rata) Refer a friend bonus 2 free uniforms Parking available on site Although we don t require someone with any direct qualifications as we provide ongoing training and support, the following attributes would be preferable: NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (desirable but not required) Ability to organise efficiently and prioritise workloads whilst under pressure A minimum of 3 months experience in a care environment Both permanent and part time positions are available. All applicatants must be double vaccinated Sound like a company you would like to work for? Then what are you waiting for, click apply today and let s get started! Terms and conditions apply
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Maidstone Care Centre is a welcoming, beautifully decorated and purpose-built care home which specialises in Nursing, Residential and Dementia care for older people, and is currently seeking Health Care Assistants to join our friendly team. Responsibilities: Assisting residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing and feeding Providing physical and mental stimulation by taking part in recreational and social activities or events with residents, both individually and as a group Taking responsibility for the physical and emotional well-being and social needs of the residents Being aware and participating in the development of resident Care plans and having full awareness of any specialist support needs Assisting residents with mobility and support Requirements A kind, caring and compassionate nature Passionate and keen to develop new skills A good listener with patience Flexibility, due to shift work Ability to communicate well, both written and verbally Candidates MUST have proof of right to work in the UK Benefits Ongoing training and support to further your career A Career pathway with opportunities to get promoted; where progression to management positions are encouraged Full and comprehensive induction Wide variety of health, retail and leisure benefits via Perkbox Company pension scheme Paid annual leave (pro rata) Refer a friend bonus 2 free uniforms Parking available on site Although we don t require someone with any direct qualifications as we provide ongoing training and support, the following attributes would be preferable: NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (desirable but not required) Ability to organise efficiently and prioritise workloads whilst under pressure A minimum of 3 months experience in a care environment Both permanent and part time positions are available. All applicatants must be double vaccinated Sound like a company you would like to work for? Then what are you waiting for, click apply today and let s get started! Terms and conditions apply
Brentwood Care Centre which provides residential, nursing and dementia care are looking for an experienced lifestyle Assistant to join the team. In this role you will be required to: Empower each resident to achieve their own goals, assessing their needs and providing the appropriate level of support to help them continue to do the things they enjoy. Plan, organise, promote and deliver a meaningful, varied and enjoyable activities programme that meets the changing needs of residents in our care. Motivate and inspire all team members in the home to be involved and engaged in the activity provision. Spend time with residents and relatives to better understand their hobbies, interests, wants and wishes. Actively engaging with residents in conversation and meaningful occupation related to their lifestyle choices at a level and pace that values the individual and respects their dignity and communication differences Qualifications/Education NVQ HSC level 3 or QCF HSC award 3 (or higher) Experience Proven track record of organising, coordinating, motivating other Experience of organising and scheduling programmes of events or activities Experience of working and/or engaging with older people (both living with and without Dementia). Experience delivering high quality relationship centred care Skills/Knowledge Excellent communication (written and verbal) and clinical skills Knowledge of and competence in core Microsoft office applications Passionate and keen to develop new skills Listening skills Data management (for record keeping and review) Ability to organise efficiently and prioritise workloads whilst under pressure Personal Qualities Reliable, flexible, adaptable, punctual Will and able to work outside the standard work hours Approachable and friendly Positive in outlook and manner Self-motivated Able to promote a professional image for the company at all times Benefits Ongoing training and support to further your career A Career pathway with opportunities to get promoted; where progression to management positions is encouraged Full and comprehensive induction Company pension scheme Wide variety of health, retail and leisure benefits via Perkbox Paid annual leave (pro rata) Refer a friend bonus 2 free uniforms Parking available on site QCF Level 3 Certificate in Activity Provision in Social Care Distance learning If this role sounds like the role for you, don t delay apply today Terms & Conditions apply
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Brentwood Care Centre which provides residential, nursing and dementia care are looking for an experienced lifestyle Assistant to join the team. In this role you will be required to: Empower each resident to achieve their own goals, assessing their needs and providing the appropriate level of support to help them continue to do the things they enjoy. Plan, organise, promote and deliver a meaningful, varied and enjoyable activities programme that meets the changing needs of residents in our care. Motivate and inspire all team members in the home to be involved and engaged in the activity provision. Spend time with residents and relatives to better understand their hobbies, interests, wants and wishes. Actively engaging with residents in conversation and meaningful occupation related to their lifestyle choices at a level and pace that values the individual and respects their dignity and communication differences Qualifications/Education NVQ HSC level 3 or QCF HSC award 3 (or higher) Experience Proven track record of organising, coordinating, motivating other Experience of organising and scheduling programmes of events or activities Experience of working and/or engaging with older people (both living with and without Dementia). Experience delivering high quality relationship centred care Skills/Knowledge Excellent communication (written and verbal) and clinical skills Knowledge of and competence in core Microsoft office applications Passionate and keen to develop new skills Listening skills Data management (for record keeping and review) Ability to organise efficiently and prioritise workloads whilst under pressure Personal Qualities Reliable, flexible, adaptable, punctual Will and able to work outside the standard work hours Approachable and friendly Positive in outlook and manner Self-motivated Able to promote a professional image for the company at all times Benefits Ongoing training and support to further your career A Career pathway with opportunities to get promoted; where progression to management positions is encouraged Full and comprehensive induction Company pension scheme Wide variety of health, retail and leisure benefits via Perkbox Paid annual leave (pro rata) Refer a friend bonus 2 free uniforms Parking available on site QCF Level 3 Certificate in Activity Provision in Social Care Distance learning If this role sounds like the role for you, don t delay apply today Terms & Conditions apply
Maidstone Care Centre are recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to work with their friendly Kitchen team The ideal candidate would have previous experience working within a kitchen environment, however not essential. The main duties would enclude, food preperation, full cleaning of kitchen, assisting the Head Chef where required. Full induction and training will be provided Benefits Ongoing training and support to further your career A Career pathway with opportunities to get promoted; where progression to management positions is encouraged Comprehensive induction Wide variety of health, Company pension scheme Paid annual leave (pro rata) Refer a friend bonus Parking available on site
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Maidstone Care Centre are recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to work with their friendly Kitchen team The ideal candidate would have previous experience working within a kitchen environment, however not essential. The main duties would enclude, food preperation, full cleaning of kitchen, assisting the Head Chef where required. Full induction and training will be provided Benefits Ongoing training and support to further your career A Career pathway with opportunities to get promoted; where progression to management positions is encouraged Comprehensive induction Wide variety of health, Company pension scheme Paid annual leave (pro rata) Refer a friend bonus Parking available on site