13 jobs found in Chard

At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a dedicated Chef who can bring their skills and passion for food into our care home kitchen. You’ll play a vital role in preparing and serving wholesome, homemade meals that not only meet nutritional needs but also bring comfort and enjoyment to our Residents every day. About You You will be an experienced cook with a recognised qualification, holding an S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality or Professional Cookery, along with a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate. With a sound understanding of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), you’ll be confident in maintaining the highest standards of food safety and kitchen practice. Beyond your technical skills, you’ll bring creativity to menu planning, pride in presenting nutritious and appetising dishes, and a genuine passion for making mealtimes special for our Residents. Above all, you’ll be a team player with a positive attitude and a...

What inspired you to become a nurse? Was it the desire to make a real difference through Kind Care? Or the drive to keep learning and growing in a profession that’s always evolving — working side by side with multi-disciplinary teams? Whatever your reason for choosing care, at HC-One – The Kind Care Company – we offer a career where your compassion and dedication are truly valued. Whether you’re an experienced registered nurse or looking for a new and meaningful direction, working in a care home environment can be incredibly fulfilling. It’s a role that reflects the true heart of nursing — combining clinical expertise with the opportunity to form genuine, lasting connections with Residents and their families. We’re looking for kind, compassionate nurses to join our committed care home teams. In return, we offer competitive, experience-based pay and an attractive package of rewarding benefits.   About You   As a...

At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do across our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Our residents are people with their own stories to tell, and by joining us you’ll have the chance to give something back while helping them live with dignity and purpose. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and committed Care Assistant to join our team. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you’ll support the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of our residents. This includes personal care such as washing, dressing, hygiene and meals, as well as helping with daily activities in the home. You’ll deliver care that comes from the heart — making sure residents never lose their individuality. Whether you’re supporting someone with limited mobility, offering comfort to a resident who is distressed, or providing compassionate end-of-life care, you’ll always put their wellbeing first. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility in...

In your role as an  Activities Co-ordinator  at HC-One, Kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our Residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. By joining HC-One you’ll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people. As an  Activities Co-ordinator  it will mean planning and implementing the kinds of activities that will delight our Residents. Not to mention helping the Home Manager to organise essential fundraising events. And, whether you’re giving our Residents the confidence to socialise more effectively, working on a new activity idea based on Residents’ hobbies, or getting the rest of the care home team involved - you’ll do so with a sense of kindness above all else. HC-One are looking for someone with a background working with vulnerable individuals,...

About the job Some key information 25 days’ annual leave (plus 8 bank holiday days) You’ll be joining a stable team where you’ll feel supported and valued. 3 permanent opportunities for various hours, full time and part time. We’re as flexible as we can be with shifts and will do what we can to support you to manage your work-life balance. An additional recruitment allowance is under review. We’re rated OUTSTANDING by Ofsted across all areas. They said: 'Children enjoy their short breaks and were seen laughing and having fun with staff. Children make exceptional progress because their needs are really prioritised by the staff who care for them'. And of course, we do agree! Where better to develop your career? What will I be doing? The Elms, located in Curry Rivel, offers care and support to children with complex health needs and learning disabilities. We provide a short break service and play an important part of Children’s...

About the job Some key information This role requires offers flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. 30 days' annual leave (in addition to bank holidays). Professional development opportunities. A chance to be part of a forward-thinking team committed to improving lives. A 1-year Fixed Term Contract. 37 Hours a week. What will I be doing? As a Data Analyst supporting our   Families First Partnership Programme , you will be part of a major national reform initiative transforming how children and families are supported. Your analysis will ensure that decisions are informed by accurate evidence, performance is monitored, and improvements are measurable. By creating dashboards, reports and insights, you will help partners understand what is working, identify gaps and drive changes that improve outcomes for children and families. The programme introduces a whole-system, a children-centred approach to social care, health,...

At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a dedicated Chef who can bring their skills and passion for food into our care home kitchen. You’ll play a vital role in preparing and serving wholesome, homemade meals that not only meet nutritional needs but also bring comfort and enjoyment to our Residents every day. This role includes a £1,000 welcome bonus. About You You will be an experienced cook with a recognised qualification, holding an S/NVQ2 in Catering & Hospitality or Professional Cookery, along with a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate. With a sound understanding of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), you’ll be confident in maintaining the highest standards of food safety and kitchen practice. Beyond your technical skills, you’ll bring creativity to menu planning, pride in presenting nutritious and appetising dishes, and a genuine passion for making mealtimes special for our Residents. Above all, you’ll be a...

As a Housekeeping Assistant at HC-One, kindness will be at the heart of everything you do. It’s what shapes our care across Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist homes. Our Residents are people with rich lives and personal stories. By joining HC-One, you’ll help give something back — through care, respect, and attention to detail. You’ll help create a clean, safe, and welcoming home. Your work will make a real difference every day. Key responsibilities include: Cleaning bedrooms, bathrooms, and communal areas Following cleaning schedules and tasks set by the team lead Using products safely and following hygiene procedures Supporting infection control and safety standards Helping with laundry and linen care Reporting any issues or repairs as needed You’ll take pride in your work and keep everything spotless. Whether you’re ticking off tasks or jumping in to lend a hand, you’ll do it with care and...

At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do across our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Our residents are people with their own stories to tell, and by joining us you’ll have the chance to give something back while helping them live with dignity and purpose. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and committed Care Assistant to join our team. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you’ll support the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of our residents. This includes personal care such as washing, dressing, hygiene and meals, as well as helping with daily activities in the home. You’ll deliver care that comes from the heart — making sure residents never lose their individuality. Whether you’re supporting someone with limited mobility, offering comfort to a resident who is distressed, or providing compassionate end-of-life care, you’ll always put their wellbeing first. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility in...

About the job Some key information We are a hugely ambitious council, committed to improving lives for the residents, communities and businesses of Somerset. And that’s why we’re working so hard to build a sustainable organisation with a culture that rewards, values and recognises our staff, and gives everyone here the opportunity to grow and develop, personally and professionally. If you’re looking for a place where you work truly matters – where YOU truly matter – we might be just right for you. We also promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements wherever possible, including working from home. We are looking for enthusiastic people with a professional attitude, to work with disabled children and young people aged 0-18 across the County. What will I be doing? We’re working to improve the lives of children in Somerset – and as a   Somerset Supporter,   you’ll be a key part of that.  You will be matched with...

Job description: Sedgemoor Manor School are recruiting for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our Education team now!   We are looking for versatile, resilient and committed Learning Support Assistants, who can adapt their practice wherever necessary to support across all key stages. The successful candidate will work alongside the class teacher, assisting the children with their work and supporting with pupil behaviour while establishing good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and responding to individual needs. Our benefits include: Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme Comprehensive induction Blue Light Card Commitment to your ongoing training and career progression Pension scheme Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS Wellbeing support Cycle to work scheme and more! Sedgemoor Manor is a specialist day school for young people who have needs associated with a diagnosis on the autistic spectrum/SPLD and are aged between...

About the job Some key information Location: Bridgwater Part time - 30 hours per week Salary: (pro rata) £23,187 rising to £25,995 annually Hybrid working opportunities Opportunity to join the path to becoming a fully qualified Social Worker 28 days annual leave entitlement - this will be pro-rata for part time hours Must have access to/use of a vehicle We are unable to offer sponsorship for this position as it does not meet the requirements of the home office What will I be doing? Adult Social Care Practitioners in the neighbourhood’s team work closely with their health and community colleagues to gain an in-depth understanding of community resources that can facilitate and build independence, maintaining people’s ability to remain living in their own community networks and working with a strengths-based approach. Our goal of working with people to develop gloriously ordinary lives remains the same throughout our practice...

About the job Some key information Flexible working available, using a hybrid model and in line with the needs of the service - working from home and your contracted work base which is Sedgemoor. Full time - 37 hours per week. 28 days' leave. There are extensive training opportunities for workers to support you in your role. What will I be doing? We’re working to improve the lives of care leavers in Somerset – and you’ll be a key part of that. Your day-to-day work will involve: supporting care leavers aged 16-25. making sure care leavers have access to all their care leaver entitlements. providing information, advice and guidance. supporting care leavers to access services which will help them achieve their goals and live independently as young adults. being part of a specialist team that supports asylum seeking young people and refugees alongside care leavers from Somerset. What kind of experience or qualifications...