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Cook

Underley Garden School

Cumbria

Salary:
Starting around £17,000.00 (depending on experience)
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
21 August 2019

Job overview

Cook

Salary:                 Starting around £17,000.00 (depending on experience)

Location:             Underley Garden, Kirkby Lonsdale

Hours:                   40 hours per week, term time only


If you really want to make your mark in a rapidly growing business that is committed to improving the lives of children and young people, we have the role for you!

We are looking for a Cook to join our team at Underley Garden in Kirkby Lonsdale. 


About the School

The young people who attend Underley Garden all have an EHCP/statement of special educational needs. Underley meets the needs of a range of SEN including; Autism, Learning Difficulties, Mental Health & Medical needs and related behavioural difficulties.


About the Group

We are part of the Acorn Care and Education Group and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career.

Acorn Care and Education provide education and care across 20 schools and 19 residential care homes nationally. Our vision is to build incredible futures by empowering vulnerable young people in the UK to be happy and to make their way in the world. Every day we improve the lives of thousands of young people, their families and communities through a relentless focus on caring and learning.


About the Role

We are looking for a Cook who will produce high quality lunches to staff and the young people in our care.

Please see the Job Description for full details regarding this position.


Who we are looking for

We are looking for people with the belief that they can make positive changes.

You will be a responsible, friendly and an organised person who has a passion for providing nutritious lunches for both staff and young people, considering the requirements of Healthy Schools


Essential Criteria

  • Produce food to a high standard, in accordance with the Schools Dietary Policy.
  • Ensure that the costs of running the kitchen fall within present and agreed budgets.
  • Ensure the kitchen is a clean and tidy environment at all times.
  • Plan varied menus and order food, weekly in advance.
  • Contribute towards improving the Schools Food for Life status by improving the diets of Young People in order to promote healthy eating.
  • Supervision of Kitchen Assistant.
  • Good communication skills
  • Compassionate – good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with children and young people, other staff remaining sensitive and empathetic
  • Intuitive and caring nature
  • Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the children and young people


Why work for us?

A few reasons we think it’s a great place to work:

  • Continuous professional development & training for a clear career path
  • Pension
  • Opportunity to enrich the lives of young people and make a positive difference
  • Be part of a fantastic team who work hard together and support each other
  • No two days are ever the same
  • Free School Meals whilst on shift
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • “Your Wellbeing Matters”
  • Gym membership
  • School campsite
  • Employee Rewards Hub


Applications are invited online through our Underley Garden website: www.underleygarden.co.uk

If you have any further queries regarding how to apply please contact Marie Lawson, Office Manager on 015242 71569.

Acorn Care and Education are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to fully Enhanced DBS. 

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About Underley Garden School

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Underley Garden is a unique setting, providing specialist education and care through the highest levels of expertise. On our most recent Ofsted we were rated 'Outstanding' in all areas.

Our highly personalised approach ensures a more inclusive life for children & young adults, whatever their range of of complex needs: including autism, learning & communication difficulties, and associated problems.

Residential & day places are much sought after: from Primary years at “Holly Trees” through to Secondary & Adult Care. In our specialist environment of understanding and calm, our focus is to make learning opportunities appropriate, meaningful and relevant, with an emphasis on social and communication skills.

Our highly trained, experienced staff are dedicated to unpick each pupil’s specific needs and match them with an integrated blend of educational and therapeutic aims which ensures progress and success.

The onsite therapists – Speech and Language, Occupational, Educational Psychologists and Learning Disability Nurses – regularly visit each class and home to help ensure our therapeutic approach is embedded across every aspect of Underley Garden life.

Our location, on a private estate close to the Lake District, offers personal space to explore & enjoy the beautiful environment as well as wonderful opportunities to join local community activities such as our recent success as winners of Cumbria in Bloom.

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