Kitchen Assistant - Nursery

Nursery Practitioner - Level 3Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Monday-Friday (choice of condensed 4‑day week or traditional 5‑day week, all year round) Hours: 07:15-18:30 (4‑day week) or 08:00-17:30 (5‑day week) Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications Benefits: Generous employer pension contributions, free daily meals, free onsite parking, ongoing CPD opportunities, and additional benefits Reporting to: Room Leader Location: Newbury<h2>The Position</h2>This position offers an excellent opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic practitioner to join a friendly and supportive team within an ISI‑rated Outstanding nursery environment.The Nursery Practitioner will play a vital role in delivering high‑quality care and early education for children across the setting. Working alongside colleagues in their assigned room, they will contribute to a nurturing, stimulating atmosphere that supports each child's individual learning journey. The nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and uses a child‑led, in‑the‑moment planning approach.The setting is based in a spacious, purpose‑designed building with dedicated rooms for Babies, Toddlers, and Pre‑school children, as well as large, well‑equipped outdoor areas tailored to each age group.<h2>Main Duties &amp; Responsibilities</h2>The Nursery Practitioner will be expected to:<ul><li>Act as a Key Person, supporting children's development and maintaining accurate records using iConnect</li><li>Facilitate meaningful, play‑based learning experiences that promote development across all EYFS areas</li><li>Ensure children's nutritional, hygiene, and safety needs are met with care, professionalism, and attention to detail</li><li>Build positive, trusting relationships with parents and carers through clear and effective communication</li><li>Uphold high standards of hygiene, health &amp; safety, and compliance with safeguarding policies</li><li>Support the wider nursery team during inspections, professional training, and nursery events</li></ul><h2>Candidate Requirements</h2>The ideal candidate will:<ul><li>Hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in Early Years Education</li><li>Have at least one year of experience working with children under five</li><li>Demonstrate a secure understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding procedures</li><li>Possess excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team‑focused approach</li></ul>If you are Interested in this role please contact Joe or Giles on 01635 34949Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Level 3 Nursery Practioner

Job Title General Horticultural Assistant Hours Full time, 5 days per week including alternate weekend working with overtime during peak seasonal periods.Job PurposeTo work closely with the directors and other team members to provide excellent service, advice and information to our customers. Our customers are at the forefront of our business, so the ability to provide good horticultural advice in a positive, professional, calm and friendly manner is essential.Key responsibilities:Customer Service - to offer exemplary customer service from enquiry through to after-sale, as required.Sales - working visibly, proactively and innovatively as a key salesperson in order to maximise sales through effective stock control, displays and other means.Plant Area Operations - ensuring excellent presentation in all plant areas, undertaking plant care and general maintenance including watering, weeding, planting, potting and pruning.Health &amp; Safety - ensure safe working practices that are in place are adhered to and report concerns.Person SpecificationEssential Skills, Experiences and Qualifications*Experience of working in a customer service environment*A proficiency in till (EPOS) and payment operations*GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English*A strong theoretical and practical horticultural knowledge*Experience of plant care and informal training in horticulture*A willingness and desire to learn more about horticulture*Physical fitness and an ability to lift, plant and dig as required*A willingness to work outside regardless of climate*A high level of self-motivation is needed with the ability to work independently without supervision but also as part of a team*Excellent timekeeping*An awareness of the importance of a proactive approach to health and safety*A pleasant and pro-active demeanour*An ability to work as part of a team or independentlyDesirable Skills, Experiences and Qualifications*A formal horticultural and/or customer service qualification*Health and safety qualifications relating to nursery management (chain sawing, spraying etc)*At least 6 months experience of working in a nursery, garden centre or similarly related context Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

General Horticultural Assistant

Sous Chef - £32,240 per year - Twyford Location: TwyfordSalary: £32,240 per annumHours: 40 hours per week (10‑hour shifts)Working Pattern: 40 hours per week with every other weekend offEnvironment: Nursing Home Are you an experienced and passionate Sous Chef looking for a role that offers both purpose and work-life balance? Join our friendly team at a respected nursing home in Twyford, where your skills will directly enhance the wellbeing of our residents. What We Offer- Competitive salary of £32,240 per year- Daytime shifts only - no late nights or evening work- A stable 4 day week , 10 hours shifts with every other weekend off- A warm, supportive and caring team culture- The chance to create fresh, nutritious, home‑style meals that truly matter- Support with DBS application if required What We're Looking For- Experience working as a Sous Chef or in a similar professional kitchen role- NVQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent)- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate - essential- A passion for producing well‑presented, nutritious dishes- Understanding of dietary needs, particularly for older adults- A positive, reliable team player with a caring approach- Willingness to complete a DBS check (assistance provided) What you`ll love about working with us-A calm , respectful workplace- Supportive Management- The chance to build relationships with residents- A role where your cooking truly makes a difference Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Sous Chef Care Home

<h2>Mobile Evening School Cleaner </h2>Hours: 6:00pm - 9:00pm, Monday to FridayLocation: Single school site (not accessible by walking or public transport). Near to Pangbourne, BerkshireStart: ASAPWe are looking for a reliable and hard‑working Evening Cleaner to join a school's onsite cleaning team.<h3>Why You MUST Drive</h3>This school is not accessible by walking or public transport.You must have:<ul><li>A full UK driving licence, and</li><li>Your own car to commute to and from the site</li></ul>Applications without access to a vehicle cannot be considered.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Cleaning classrooms, offices, toilets and communal areas</li><li>Emptying bins and managing waste</li><li>Vacuuming, mopping, dusting and sanitising surfaces</li><li>Maintaining high standards of cleanliness across the school</li></ul><h3>Requirements</h3><ul><li>Must have your own vehicle and full UK driving licence</li><li>Previous cleaning experience</li><li>Good attention to detail and reliability</li><li>Willingness to complete or hold an enhanced DBS</li></ul><h3>What We Offer</h3><ul><li>Stable, Monday-Friday evening hours</li><li>Friendly onsite team</li><li>Weekly pay</li><li>Immediate start</li><li>Long‑term, ongoing work</li></ul>If this role sounds right for you, please get in touch -we'd love to hear from you!Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Mobile Evening School Cleaner

Kitchen Assistant - 4 Days Per WeekPermanent | Immediate Start AvailableFull-time £12.71-£13.25 per hour36 hours per week This is not a standard kitchen role. We are looking specifically for someone with experience in:- A nursery kitchen- A primary school kitchen- An Early Years setting with food preparation responsibilities- An Early Years setting as a practitioner involved in food service Our nursery is known for:- Exceptional food quality and nutrition standards- A strong commitment to allergy safety- Unique real-world learning experiences (including being the first UK nursery to welcome an RAF educational aircraft landing!) What We Require:- Experience in a nursery, school, or Early Years environment- Level 2 Food Safety &amp; Hygiene (minimum)- Strong understanding of allergen management- Knowledge of HACCP systems- Awareness of Natasha's Law and food labelling requirements- Confidence working to Environmental Health standards The Role:- Support with fresh, from-scratch food preparation- Follow allergy procedures and maintain strict food safety compliance- Keep the kitchen clean, organised, and inspection-ready- Work closely with our Chef and leadership team- Occasionally support children in safe, structured activities What We Offer:- Structured mentoring and strong leadership support- A stable, values-driven working environment- Paid lunch breaks- Company pension- 30 days holiday + bank holidays for full-time staff- Health &amp; wellbeing programme- Regular staff events- Discounted childcare (where applicable)- Free staff meals- On-site parking- Employee discounts, referral bonuses &amp; flexitime options All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and safer recruitment processes. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Kitchen Assistant - Nursery

Level 3 Nursery Practioner

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