General Assistant - Care Kitchen

Posted Friday 9 January 2026 at 01:00 | Expires Friday 13 February 2026 at 00:59

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We're dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.

Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.

Role:
General Assistant – Kitchen

Pay: 12.21 p/h

Location:

Woodlands Care Home, Woodlands Dr, Skipton BD23 1QU

Hours:

10 Hours a week

Shift Times: 11am – 4pm. Week 1:
Thursday & Friday. Week 2:
Saturday & Sunday

• Help keep the home cleaned and tidy for residents.
• Assist with meal preparation and serving.
• Support Kitchen staff in preparing meals presented to the highest standard.
• Perform cleaning of residents’ bedrooms, self‑contained flats, communal areas, and offices.
• Assist in providing healthy and nutritious food for residents.
• Keep all kitchen and store areas clean and follow hygienic practices to protect residents and keep them safe.
• Promote wellbeing of residents.
• Opportunity to cook/bake on occasion to cover Cook (to be discussed further at interview).

• High standards, neat and tidy.
• No experience required; training will be provided.
• Natural calling to care.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Two satisfactory employment references.
• Enhanced DBS check (cost covered by Abbeyfield).

• Competitive pay
• Up to 31 days paid leave, including bank/public holidays (Pro Rata)
• Unlimited opportunities to earn £500 via our 'refer a friend' scheme
• Life Assurance
• Pay progression within role
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Company pension
• Discounted gym membership
• An employee assistance programme
• Shop and save vouchers
• Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts
• Work overtime? With Dayforce Wallet, access your extra pay instantly, no waiting until payday.
• Claim back healthcare expenses with Medicash
• Striving for independent accreditation as a menopause friendly organisation

Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and an Enhanced 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.

This is a brilliant opportunity for people who would be interested in joining our organisation, to support our Care and Independent Living property.

• A cheerful and friendly demeanour
• Understanding the needs of older people
• Proactive and organised, someone that takes pride in what they do