Community Development in Cheltenham

• Farms for City Children
• Salary: £28,222 pa
• Updated: 03-10-2024

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Kitchen Managerto join our dynamic social mobility charity which exists to remove the barriers that prevent children and young people having meaningful access to the natural world.  Through a week on one of our three heritage farms, Nethercott House in Devon, Lower Treginnis in Pembrokeshire, and Wick Court in Gloucestershire, children and young people experience increased learning and engagement, improved connections and wellbeing, and leave us with an enhanced sense of environmental citizenship.  Visiting children are immersed in the natural world of countryside through a food and farming offer that allows them to participate in the seasonal tasks of the day: sowing, growing and harvesting in our kitchen gardens; caring for livestock and looking after the land; and cooking up a home-grown feast in the farmhouse kitchen. In partnership with our commercial farming neighbours, children experience the benefits of collaboration, enjoy plenty of physical activity, good food, and fresh air, and discover the magical rural environment that is full of new words, sounds and experiences to inspire their creativity. Spending time working alongside real farmers fosters children’s independence and helps them to grow in confidence, develops their self-esteem, and encourages them to become more resilient. About the Role Passionate about nutrition, provenance and seasonal produce, this senior role is central to the efficient running of a busy kitchen providing three nutritious meals each day to a large residential accommodation for groups of up to 40 children and accompanying adults. As an important part of the house team, the person in this role will work closely with the Farm School Manager, Office Manager, Kitchen Assistants and General Assistants to ensure the needs of resident groups are met and that the highest standards of nutrition, food quality, food hygiene and health and safety are maintained. As a working farm, with an extensive kitchen garden operation, the Kitchen Manager plays a critically important role in the wider management of the site, working very closely with the Farm Operations Team to ensure we make the most of opportunities to rear, grow and use our own produce, making the links between food and farming explicit to our visiting groups. This role will have regular and direct contact with our visiting children and adults, including developing delivering cooking sessions for groups of children which inspire and engage, but also connect with their experience of working on the farm or in the garden. There is also a key role in welcoming them upon arrival, supporting their induction into the house and maintaining a warm and friendly relationship throughout their stay. We pride ourselves on being able to cater for a full range of dietary needs and cultural differences. This position is a farm-based role which will require only very occasional travel within the Charity’s regions in order to attend training or meetings, normally at one of our farms in Devon and Pembrokeshire. For full details about the role, please see the Job Description and Person Specification and Job Information Pack. Appointments will not be confirmed until the Charity has received two satisfactory professional references, evidence of the existing proof of right to work in the UK. Referees will not be contacted without candidates’ prior consent. Farms for City Children is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to a Social Media check and a DBS check at the appropriate level. Employment with the charity is conditional upon the charity being satisfied with the result of the DBS Check. Successful candidates will be asked to complete a self-declaration related to their criminal record or any information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. If you have lived or worked outside of the UK, additional information may be required from you to satisfy safer recruitment checks.  Any criminal records information that is disclosed to the charity will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or code of practice published by the DBS. Farms for City Children is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusivity and supports and encourages under-represented groups.  We seek people from a wide range of backgrounds, with diverse lived experience, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. What we Offer In return you will receive a starting salary of £28,222 and a range of benefits, which include: 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays 6% employer contribution to NEST pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme How to Apply Deadline for applications is midday on Friday 11 October 2024  Interviews: Wednesday 16 October 2024 To apply please download and fill out our application form by clicking on Apply Now, once completed send via the email address to the right of this advert. You may also wish to fill out our equal opportunities monitoring form. Please click on Apply Now to see the Job Description and Person Specification for full details about the role and apply online. We are unable to accept just cover letters and CVs. NO AGENCIES PLEASE – DIRECT RECRUITMENT ONLY

• The Bridge - Connecting People
• Updated: 03-10-2024

About Gloucester & Cheltenham Jobs Fair The Gloucester & Cheltenham Jobs Fair is located at the Kingsholm Stadium, Kingsholm Rd, Kingsholm, Gloucester, GL1 3AX. The event attracts a mixture of different employers from various industries, all recruiting for local jobs. The Gloucester Job Fair is a great way to speak with potential employers face-to-face. You can apply for jobs, collect information on employers, ask them questions in-person, and even have a mini interview on the day. Please register for a free ticket pre-event. Tickets are subject to event availability and no tickets are issued on event days. Upon entry, please provide your ticket (Mobile or Printed). Tickets will be scanned on arrival to be able to enter the event. Your ticket admits you entry to the event and MUST be presented at the entrance upon arrival for scanning. Your ticket MUST be valid for the event date you're attending. Your ticket is non-transferable. Your tickets are NOT to be duplicated for the purpose of falsifying entry. The organiser reserves the right to cancel tickets/refuse entry. Check out if the venue has free parking, if you're travelling by car. Top tip - make sure you speak to every exhibitor at the Jobs Fair. You never know what jobs they may have on offer, so, don’t just look at their pop ups and think they're not for you, go and have a chat! Kingsholm Stadium Kingsholm Stadium is a 16,100 seater venue, home to Gloucester Rugby. It was built and opened back in 1891. Why should you attend? Speak directly with employers Get CV advice Get career advice Ask questions to employers on the day Get to see what local jobs are on offer Brush up on your interview skills Conduct interviews on the day with employers Help gain confidence in speaking with HR staff Interested in attending? View our Quick Tips

• Gloucestershire Shared Lives
• Updated: 03-10-2024

Are you looking for flexible working hours? Are you looking to share your life, on a long term or short term basis, and make a difference to someone who needs it? Would you like to be able to work from your own home and welcome someone into your family environment? Then Shared Lives could be for you!     Shared Lives is a service in which someone with assessed needs aged 18 and over can be supported for a few hours, a few days, on an outreach, short break or longer term basis in the Shared Lives Carer’s home environment, in the community, or in the supported persons home. Our service offers an alternative to traditional care options such as residential care, respite or day centres. The service is flexible and supports people to access work, leisure activities and trips out providing outcome focused and bespoke support plans. The service also promotes positive opportunities for building authentic and supportive social networks. Could you provide short break support for people being discharged from hospital, people with mental health problems, including dementia, or people with physical health difficulties and learning disabilities? As a Shared Lives Carer you will be self-employed and paid a fee for the support you provide which will cover living expenses. Living expenses are paid and Carers have access to preferential tax arrangements. To become a Shared Lives Carer you do not need to have previous experience in care, as you will receive ongoing training and support. You can email us by clicking on Apply Now or phone on the number in the contact information.  You can also visit our website for more information. Get in touch to find out more, as the team will be more than happy to answer your questions. The Main Responsibilities are: Offering person centred support to adults with assessed care needs. These include, but are not limited to, the following: Accessing the community Learning new skills Accessing education or employment Integration with their wider community Being part of everyday life Promoting Independence Person Centred Care Personal Care Choice and Control in their lives Community and Social Inclusion Family Based Support Sharing Lives, experiences and interests The Ideal Candidate: If you’re interested in becoming a Shared Lives Carer the Shared Lives team would love to talk to you. You may already have experience of caring for others on a personal or professional basis, but whatever your background or skills, our expert team will be on hand to give you all the training you need and match you according to your lifestyle. You would be able to provide support for someone in your own home or in their wider community. We are looking for enthusiastic carers who are able to help people to gain as much independence, choice and control over their lives as they are capable of. Being a Shared Lives Carer is a rewarding and flexible career. All our carers go through an assessment process which takes around three months; it includes an application form, home visits, training and an interview with our Approval Panel. Our friendly team of specialist support staff will go through the whole process with you – we’re here to help every step of the way. If you think you might have the time and space in your home to offer care or support for vulnerable adults, then we would love to hear from you. No previous care experience is necessary as full training will be provided on an ongoing basis. Our Origin Shared Lives Gloucestershire is run by Gloucestershire County Council. Our Mission & Values Being a Shared Lives Carer can be very rewarding. Enabling people with assessed needs to access communities and fully live their lives from a safe and caring base can make an exceptional difference to an individual’s life. You may also be supporting another family to have a break themselves knowing their loved ones are safe and in a suitable and caring environment. The overall purpose of Shared Lives is to offer: An alternative option to residential care Respite care Support and encouragement for adults to help maintain their independence and sense of identity A break from the caring role for family/informal carers A tailor made placement Who we support & the Services we offer Shared Lives is a service where someone with assessed needs aged 18 and over can be supported for a few hours, a few days or live on a long-term basis with a Shared Lives carer in their home as part of the family. Why would you want to work for Shared Lives? Shared Lives may be an alternative to traditional social care or health services; living in a residential care or nursing home and long stays or frequent re-admissions to hospital. The service is flexible and is all about one household sharing their lives, families, home, Interests, experience and skills with other people who need some help and support to access the community and live their life to the full. If you think you may like to be involved and have space within your home, then we would love to hear from you. You will be supported by specialist staff throughout the application process and on an on-going basis once approved. Shared Lives Carers are self-employed and will be paid a fee for the support they provide.

• www.glos.info
• Updated: 30-09-2024

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