Relief Staff (Resident Support - Cook and Housekeeping)

Relief Staff (Resident Support - Cook and Housekeeping)

14 March 2025

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

• Location: Bourton on the Water

About Abbeyfield

Abbeyfield is a national charity committed to alleviating loneliness and isolation among older people. We create supportive, welcoming communities through our retirement apartments, sheltered housing, and care homes, where residents feel valued, empowered, and connected.

We’re seeking relief staff to complement our existing Sheltered Housing team in Bourton-on-the-Water. 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 9 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 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?

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!

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

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

** The rates advertised above will apply from 1st April 2025. Should you begin working for us before this date, a lower rate will apply temporarily. This will be discussed with you prior to interview.