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School &amp; Care home chefs - Staffordshire Location: Staffordshire Stoke on trent, Congleton, Leek, Kidsgrove Tunstall, Nantwich, Crewe, Stoke on trent, Buxton &amp; surrounding areas Contract type: Temporary - some contracts may lead to permanent after successful period.Hourly rate/Salary: £17p/h to £20p/h weekly payWe are currently looking to recruit several Enhanced DBS Cooks and chefs of all levels to support schools &amp; nurseries for January 2026 &amp; beyond! But also, to support our care homes, and retirement villages within the North Staffordshire areas. You will be working for several contract catering environments based in the following areas:<ul><li>Staffordshire</li><li>Congleton</li><li>Leek</li><li>Kidsgrove</li><li>Tunstall</li><li>Nantwich</li><li>Crewe</li><li>Stoke on trent</li><li>Buxton &amp; surrounding areas</li></ul>To be able to work within this environment you must have enhanced DBS covering adult, child, dated within the last 12 months or on the update service. If you don't have this we do have the facilities to process one for you at a cost. Imagine working as a chef/cook, having a great salary and getting paid for every hour worked, along with having the flexibility of when you work for a better work life balance. If you can imagine this, then we can offer you shifts to support this! Why Apply?<ul><li>Great pay rates</li><li>Weekly pay</li><li>Your very own Blue Arrow app for you accepts shifts on the go, put on your availability plus much more</li><li>PAYE - holiday accrual, and Blue Arrow process your national insurance and ensure you are paid every Friday</li><li>Dedicated consultant</li><li>Great work life balance</li><li>You choose the hours to work flexible shifts</li><li>Chance to gain more hours around current jobs and commitments.</li><li>Mixtures of shifts.</li><li>Different working environments - every day is different</li></ul> The Commute: As we cover a large number of locations across Staffordshire your commute will vary. If you have a car and are flexible with locations, great, if you're limited to public transport, we'll only send you to places that have public transport links and provide you with all the information you will need to get there. Type of Ehanced DBS chefs &amp; cooks we are looking for:<ul><li>Chefs</li><li>Cooks</li><li>Second in command cooks &amp; chefs</li><li>Catering Managers</li><li>Chef Manager</li></ul> The working environment: You will be providing hot, delicious, and nutritious food to vulnerable adults and children, your role is extremely important in ensuring every person has a hot meal for the day you work no matter where the place of work is. The main environments you will be working in is schools and care homes working within contract catering and will be required to cook specific items i.e textured meals for all residents and children, working from the IDDSI framework. You will also be involved in some of the serving and may meet some patients and children. Working Hours: You will be working a mixture of hours however majority of our school and nursery clients work from Monday to Friday working from around 7/8am until 2/3pm. Our care homes will require Monday to Friday work but also weekends coverage as they are open 7 days a week, hours will range from 7am till 6pm. Requirements and skills:<ul><li>You will have extraordinary attention to detail</li><li>You will have knowledge of stock management and ordering position dependant.</li><li>You will enjoy working with different people</li><li>Have the ability to work within various environments</li><li>Have experience working with the IDDSI framework cooking and producing texture dietary meals</li><li>Available to cover ad hoc last minute sickness requests for our clients this can be on the same day.</li><li>You will have the skills to manage small teams</li><li>You will be able to work under pressure and work with a variety of teams</li><li>You will enjoy being flexible and managing your own diary</li><li>You will be qualified within professional cookery to City &amp; Guilds 706/1, 706/2 or equivalent</li><li>Level 2 food hygiene certificate within last 3 years and up to date allergens certificates.</li><li>You will have at least 2 years background working as a chef</li><li>Experience working within schools and care homes as a chef or a cook.</li><li>You will be Senior Chef De Partie level or above</li><li>You will have your own chef whites and knives</li></ul> An in date Enhanced DBS DATED WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS ideally on the new updated service programme, without this we cannot work you in Schools or Care homes. (we do have the Facilities to put you through one at a cost if needed, this would benefit you in offering more work.) So if you think this is just what you're looking for then CLICK APPLY TODAY one of our dedicated chef consultants will be back in touch to discuss the next steps.Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

School & Care home chefs - Staffordshire

<h3>Warehouse Administrator (Morning Shift)</h3>Location: Barton-under-NeedwoodPay: £12.21 per hourHours: Monday to Friday, 5:45-15:00 (45‑minute break)We are recruiting a Warehouse Administrator on behalf of a well‑known automotive logistics company based in Barton-under-Needwood, close to Burton-on-Trent and Lichfield. This is an ongoing position working directly on the warehouse shop floor, supporting the management team with all administrative tasks.<hr /><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Input data accurately into spreadsheets</li><li>Prepare order picking and inventory documentation</li><li>Produce loading paperwork</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the warehouse and transport teams</li></ul><hr /><h3>Ideal Candidate</h3><ul><li>Confident using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word</li><li>Previous warehouse or logistics administration experience preferred but not essential</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with warehouse teams</li><li>Reliable, organised, and able to work in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><hr />- APPLY NOW -Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Warehouse Administrator

Paint SprayerBlue Arrow is recruiting for a Paint Sprayer on an ongoing contract for our prestigious client in the engineering/Fabrications industry in the ST10 area (Temp to perm for the right candidate). This would be ideal for someone that has worked in Manufacturing / Engineering and wants a role in which they can learn and develop.Start date: ASAPLocation: Stoke on Trent (ST10)Working hours: Monday to Thursday 06:00-16:30 &amp; Some Friday's 06:00-11:00Pay Rate: £14per hour, overtime paid at £18per hour after 37 hours.Duties Include (but not limited to):Prepping surfaces for painting, cleaning, sanding and maskingFilling in dents and smoothing out surfacesMix paints and coatings to manufacturerInspecting parts pre - paint to ensure a smooth finishMaintain spray equipment and tools in good working orderApply Primers, topcoats and specialist coatings using spray equipmentMeet production deadlines while maintaining quality standardsLiaising with management team on faults / issues during early stages to ensure customer satisfactionWhat we are looking for:Ideally you will have experience in a similar role, but experience in a manufacturing / engineering role also consideredIf you have a Forklift license this would be advantageous but not essentialExperience using hand toolsA great attention to detailWilling to learnGreat attitude towards work, taking pride in the results of your hard workReliable and flexibleBenefits of working for Blue arrow:Opportunity to work with a fantastic company - that look after their employeesDedicated consultant24/7 phone lineYour own Blue Arrow app to track and manage your hours / payWeekly pay on a FridayUniform and PPE provided if requiredIf this role of interest and you wish to discuss further, please click apply now. If you are suitable for the role a consultant will be in touch as soon as possible to discuss further details / next stages. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Paint Sprayer

Body Prep Technician Blue Arrow is recruiting for a Body Prep Technician on an ongoing contract for our prestigious client in the engineering/Fabrications industry in the ST10 area (Temp to perm for the right candidate). This would be ideal for someone that has worked in Manufacturing / Engineering and wants a role in which they can learn and develop.Start date: ASAPLocation: Stoke on Trent (ST10)Working hours: Monday to Thursday 06:00-14:30 &amp; Some Friday's 06:00-11:00Pay Rate: £13.28per hour, overtime paid at £16.22per hour after 37 hours.Duties Include (but not limited to):Prepping parts for paintingFilling in dentsSmoothing out surfacesInspecting parts pre - paint to ensure a smooth finishAssisting Paint sprayers where requiredGeneral Maintenance of yard/ unit where requiredLiaising with management team on faults / issues during early stages to ensure customer satisfactionWhat we are looking for:Ideally you will have experience in a similar role, but experience in a manufacturing / engineering role also consideredIf you have a Forklift license this would be advantageous but not essentialExperience using hand toolsA great attention to detailWilling to learnGreat attitude towards work, taking pride in the results of your hard workReliable and flexibleBenefits of working for Blue arrow:Opportunity to work with a fantastic company - that look after their employeesDedicated consultant24/7 phone lineYour own Blue Arrow app to track and manage your hours / payWeekly pay on a FridayBlue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Body Prep Technician

🚛 HGV Class 1 Driver - Pre‑Booked Shifts Location: Stoke‑on‑Trent and surrounding areasContract Type: Ongoing, pre‑bookedPay Rate: £18.02 per hour Join a well‑established logistics team in Stoke‑on‑Trent, operating a modern Class 1 fleet where your contribution is valued. This opportunity suits both experienced drivers and those newly qualified, offering a structured environment with long‑term potential. <h3>Shift Details</h3><ul><li>Fixed rota covering Monday to Sunday</li><li>Average shift duration: 10-12 hours</li><li>Start times from 4am</li><li>Pre‑scheduled shifts to support work‑life balance</li></ul> <h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Deliver goods to supermarket stores and distribution centres across the UK</li><li>Complete trunking and store deliveries depending on the route</li><li>Typically 1-4 drops per shift (Class 1)</li><li>Benefit from advanced route planning and telematics support</li></ul> <h3>Candidate Requirements</h3><ul><li>Full UK Class C+E (HGV Class 1) Licence</li><li>Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card</li><li>Newly qualified drivers are encouraged to apply</li></ul> <h3>Benefits</h3><ul><li>Free onsite parking</li><li>Supportive and professional team culture</li><li>Consistent hours and long‑term job security</li></ul> <h3>How to Apply</h3><ul><li>Submit your CV today</li><li>Assessments scheduled within 72 hours</li><li>Response provided within 48 hours</li></ul> We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including ex‑military personnel and career changers. Start your Class 1 driving career with a team that values reliability, professionalism, and growth. 📞 Call: 01283 537660 (Option 1)📧 Email: Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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