Assistant Chef / 2nd Chef

Ridley Park Care Home

Forster Street, Off Plessey Road, Blyth, NE24 3BG

CQC rating: Good

Carehome.co.uk rating: 9.6/10

Salary: £13.54 - £15.08 per hour depending on experience

£1000 Welcome bonus*

Permanent 30 hour contract

We make health happen

Here at Bupa we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence and honouring choice to help our residents live their best lives.

Our fantastic Kitchen Team are the magic behind each delicious dish we serve our guests. They are passionate about all things food and take great pride in each dish they prepare. We are looking for an equally passionate Assistant Chef to join the team and help deliver an excellent dining experience for our residents.

You’ll help us make health happen by:

Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role:

A passion for cooking with previous experience working in a fresh food kitchen and relevant hygiene certificates. You want to create and deliver an excellent dining experience at each meal and make our residents feel at home. Open to new ideas, you’ll have an innovative approach to cooking whilst always adhering to high standards. You’ll enjoy communicating with others and you’ll cherish the little moments with our residents, sharing your love of food with them.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health – from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits.

Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more:

Why Bupa?

We’re a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do.

Winthrop Technologies is a dedicated data centre delivery partner providing turnkey solutions to our clients, headquartered in Dublin and delivering throughout Europe.

We are pleased to announce that we are currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team in the UK. This position will be site-based in Blyth. The Mechanical Engineer will oversee technical project delivery including coordinating with other disciplines to deliver a complete integrated solution.The Mechanical Engineer will report directly with the MEP lead.

Responsibilities

• Manage relevant client communications
• Attend client meetings
• Lead a team of Package Managers
• Oversee the Technical submittal and RFI process
• Develop and review commissioning scripts for Mechanical assets and systems
• Coordinate work with Mechanical, Electrical and CSA contractors to ensure services fit together
• Prepare method statements and risk assessments for construction activities
• Communicate with project team to sequence installation of pipework to meet scheduled dates
• Assist with the management of the project installation works to ensure a consistent high standard of site works and manage the programme through to final commissioning and handover
• Assist with documenting and costing of changes to the work scopes and preparation of the monthly valuations and final account
• Drive O&M Completion and gathering documentation from vendors
  
  

Requirements

• Proven experience in large-scale construction projects (data centre, industrial, pharmaceutical, or mission-critical environments desirable)
• Data centre experience is essential for this role
• Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering or similar
• Excellent organisation, communication, and time management skills
• Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Project

Benefits

• Work with a market leader delivering turnkey data centre projects across Europe
• Competitive Salary package
• Working within a collaborative team environment
• Supportive career development
  
  

Winthrop Technologies Ltd is an equal opportunities employer

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J901447 Blyth North East £ - £ / Year

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£49,400 - £62,900 Full Time Equivalent, depending on experience

We're currently recruiting for a qualified Optometrist to join a well-established and forward-thinking optical team in the Blyth area.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Optometrist looking for part-time hours without compromising on salary, professional development or benefits. You'll be joining a supportive environment where high-quality patient care is at the heart of everything they do.

The Role

As an Optometrist, you'll play an important role in delivering high-quality patient care while supporting the wider optical team.

Your responsibilities will include:

Providing comprehensive eye examinations and excellent patient careScreening and monitoring patientsSupporting the delivery of extended eye care servicesMaintaining high clinical and operational standardsCoaching and supporting the wider optical teamContributing to the development of new and enhanced patient servicesWorking closely with the Optical Manager and wider department team
You'll receive comprehensive professional development and training, including a strong CPD programme and protected time to complete additional accreditations, where required. Relevant training and accreditation are fully funded and supported.

You'll also have access to in-store, regional and central support teams, ensuring expert guidance is available for both clinical and service-related queries.

Hours & Salary

24 hours per week - Part Time
Salary: £49,400 - £62,900 FTE

The position offers a flexible working pattern within a seven-day opening environment, making it an attractive option for an Optometrist looking to achieve a strong work-life balance.

Part-time Optometrist roles offering this level of salary, flexibility, professional development and benefits can be relatively uncommon.

About You

We're looking for an Optometrist who combines strong clinical skills with a genuine passion for patient care and customer service.

You'll have:

Full GOC registrationNHS performer registration with your relevant area team or health boardMECs or WECs accreditation, or a willingness to achieve the relevant accreditation within 12 months fully funded and supportedA commitment to maintaining your statutory CPD requirementsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsA passion for delivering high standards of clinical careAn interest in developing patient services and supporting the wider optical team
Benefits

The role comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Discretionary company bonusCompany pension with up to 7% employer matching15% colleague discount in store and onlineProfessional indemnity insuranceGOC fees paidCET packageFlexible working patterns24/7 virtual GP accessCounselling and wellbeing supportHealth and dental cash plans24/7 Employee Assistance ProgrammeDiscounts across a wide range of travel, leisure and lifestyle services
Interested?

If you're an Optometrist looking for a role in the Blyth area offering part-time hours, excellent remuneration, career development and a comprehensive benefits package, we'd be very interested in hearing from you.

Apply today to find out more about the opportunity.

How to Apply?

To apply please click on the link below or call the team on 01423 813452 or email us at


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We're currently recruiting for a qualified Optometrist to join a well-established and forward-thinking optical team in the Blyth area.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Optometrist looking for part-time hours without compromising on salary, professional development or benefits. You'll be joining a supportive environment where high-quality patient care is at the heart of everything they do.

The Role

As an Optometrist, you'll play an important role in delivering high-quality patient care while supporting the wider optical team.

Your responsibilities will include:

Providing comprehensive eye examinations and excellent patient careScreening and monitoring patientsSupporting the delivery of extended eye care servicesMaintaining high clinical and operational standardsCoaching and supporting the wider optical teamContributing to the development of new and enhanced patient servicesWorking closely with the Optical Manager and wider department team
You'll receive comprehensive professional development and training, including a strong CPD programme and protected time to complete additional accreditations, where required. Relevant training and accreditation are fully funded and supported.

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Part-time Optometrist roles offering this level of salary, flexibility, professional development and benefits can be relatively uncommon.

About You

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You'll have:

Full GOC registrationNHS performer registration with your relevant area team or health boardMECs or WECs accreditation, or a willingness to achieve the relevant accreditation within 12 months fully funded and supportedA commitment to maintaining your statutory CPD requirementsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsA passion for delivering high standards of clinical careAn interest in developing patient services and supporting the wider optical team
Benefits

The role comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Discretionary company bonusCompany pension with up to 7%% employer matching15%% colleague discount in store and onlineProfessional indemnity insuranceGOC fees paidCET packageFlexible working patterns24/7 virtual GP accessCounselling and wellbeing supportHealth and dental cash plans24/7 Employee Assistance ProgrammeDiscounts across a wide range of travel, leisure and lifestyle services
Interested?

If you're an Optometrist looking for a role in the Blyth area offering part-time hours, excellent remuneration, career development and a comprehensive benefits package, we'd be very interested in hearing from you.

Apply today to find out more about the opportunity.

How to Apply?

To apply please click on the link below or call the team on 01423 813452 or email us at
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Have you studied Criminology and want to develop a career supporting vulnerable young people?

Protocol Education is recruiting Criminology Graduates to work as Behaviour Mentors within specialist SEMH schools across Blyth, Ashington and Bedlington.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience working with pupils who require additional behavioural and emotional support.

Location: Blyth, Ashington & Bedlington
Contract: Full-Time

Many pupils have experienced barriers to learning and need consistent adults who can build positive relationships and support them to succeed.

You will work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to support engagement, attendance and personal development.

• Providing behaviour support
• Encouraging positive engagement
• Supporting emotional regulation
• Working with pupils on a 1:1 basis
• Promoting confidence and resilience
• Acting as a positive role model

• Criminology Graduates
• Psychology Graduates
• Youth Workers
• Behaviour Mentors
• Support Workers

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.

• An inclusive culture, with colleague-led staff networks for Disability & Neurodiversity, Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Gender Equality and Menopause.
• Flexible working and 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and your birthday off), with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Wellbeing support including our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and Unmind.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Financial and family benefits including a contributory pension, enhanced family leave and travel schemes.
• Recognition and rewards including discounts, cashback offers and a Blue Light Card.
• Referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 for introducing someone to our team.

Our commitment to inclusion
We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We're also committed to becoming a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider supported by a multi-year equity, diversity and inclusion programme of work. For more information please view our website.

Details
Date posted: 04 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: B0008-328
Job locations: HMP Northumberland, Wansbeck Road, Morbeth, NE65 9XG, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

• Assess and manage referrals Accept referrals via agreed protocols, determine suitability, and ensure clients receive the right level of care, including stepping up treatment when necessary.
• Support recovery and self-management Work with individuals to identify their goals, assess risk, and empower them to manage their mental health effectively.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions Provide low-intensity treatments such as Guided Self-Help and psycho-educational support, drawing on CBT principles.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team Attend meetings, share insights, and ensure smooth step-up and step-down arrangements for clients.
• Maintain high standards of clinical practice Record outcome measures, keep accurate data, and uphold confidentiality at all times.
• Contribute to service performance Meet agreed activity targets, minimise waiting times, and support monthly performance reporting.
• Build strong partnerships Work with statutory and non-statutory agencies to ensure continuity of care post-release.
• Communicate effectively and professionally Engage with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders in a clear and supportive manner.
• Commit to personal development Use supervision constructively, maintain professional registration, and stay up to date with best practice.
• Represent Rethink Mental Illness values Act with integrity, professionalism, and flexibility, including providing contingency cover for other prison sites when required.

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• Work within Prison Service policies and procedures, supporting programmes and contributing to risk management and public protection.
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including: Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Home Office Prison Clearance, Data Protection Act 1998 and Information Governance policies. Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
• Promote Rethink Mental Illness membership, donations, and activism.
• Adhere to Professional Boundaries, Health & Safety, and Safeguarding policies; promptly report concerns to your line manager.
• Attend regular clinical and managerial supervision as agreed.
• Take responsibility for personal performance reviews, objectives, and relevant training.
• Respond to supervisory feedback and engage in personal development to improve clinical practice.
• Maintain professional registration and comply with internal standards and external regulatory requirements.
• Keep up to date with Department of Health guidelines and charity policies.
• Undertake other reasonable duties and projects as required by your line manager.

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Qualifications
Essential

• Successfully completed academic training aligned with the IAPT Low Intensity National Programme and qualified as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP), e.g., Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological Therapies.
• Accredited PWP with BACP or BPS.
• Post-qualification experience delivering the full range of evidence-based IAPT low-intensity interventions at Step 2.
• Proven experience working within a stepped care service, supporting individuals with mental health problems and achieving recovery outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of assessment procedures, screening, referral processes, record-keeping, and evidence-based brief psychological interventions.
• Understanding and application of evidence-based psychological therapies relevant to this role.
• Ability to build effective therapeutic relationships and practice inclusively, respecting cultural diversity and individual beliefs.
• Commitment to an inclusive values base that promotes recovery and respects diversity.
• Experience using clinical outcome measures to inform and improve practice.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in standard IT packages (Microsoft Word, Excel) and database/information systems.
• Ability to engage positively with clinical supervision and personal development, demonstrating self-reflection and continuous improvement.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

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Employer name: Rethink Mental Illness
Address: HMP Northumberland, Wansbeck Road, Morbeth, NE65 9XG, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.rethink.org/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: TA Business Partner, Lucy Parker, lucy.parker@rethink.org, 07827552735

Successful applicants will be organised, dependable, and committed to delivering consistently high cleaning standards.

Main Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed end-of-tenancy cleaning in vacant residential properties

• Remove grease, limescale, and built-up dirt from kitchens and bathrooms

• Clean cupboards, appliances, wardrobes, and all internal surfaces

• Wipe down windows, doors, frames, light switches, and skirting boards

• Ensure each property meets the required move-in standard

What You Can Expect

• Flexible part-time opportunities

• Local assignments offered regularly

• Most cleaning jobs last between 4 and 8 hours

• Monday to Friday work, with additional weekend availability

• Full assignment details before each booking

Rates & Perks

• £15 per hour

• £18 per completed clean for using your own equipment and supplies

• Paid travel time where applicable

• Client parking costs covered where applicable

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience completing end-of-tenancy cleans

• Able to work independently

• Excellent attention to detail

• Own equipment and cleaning products

• Own reliable transport

• Great communication skills

• Punctual, trustworthy, and professional

Whether you're looking for a full-time career, a part-time opportunity, or simply want to earn from occasional sales, this role gives you the freedom to work on your own terms.

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

• 90% profit share on your first 3 hardware sales (75% thereafter)

• 50% recurring profit share on managed service agreements, paid monthly

• No limits on what you can earn

• Work remotely with complete flexibility

• Self-employed with the backing of an experienced support team

• Suitable for both full-time and part-time professionals

Your Focus

• Introduce businesses to modern printing and document management solutions

• Build new relationships and develop business opportunities

• Sell printers, copiers, and managed print services

• Create long-term client partnerships that generate ongoing monthly income

• Keep up to date with the latest products and industry developments

Who Will Thrive in This Role?

• Someone who enjoys meeting new people and building business relationships

• A self-starter who is comfortable working independently

• Driven by achieving results and growing their income

• Confident communicating with business decision-makers

• Sales experience is beneficial, but a positive attitude and determination are just as important

We are looking for reliable cleaners to carry out thorough end-of-tenancy cleans for residential properties.

Responsibilities

• Complete top-to-bottom cleans (excluding ceilings)

• Clean cupboards inside, outside, and on top

• Deep clean kitchens and bathrooms to a high standard

• Sanitise appliances including fridges, ovens, washing machines, dryers, and dishwashers

• Clean internal windows, doors, frames, and blinds

• Scrub, disinfect, polish, and restore all surfaces

• Work efficiently within timeframes and maintain professionalism in clients’ homes

Work Schedule

• Flexible part-time work, with assignments typically lasting 4–8 hours

• Work is primarily available Monday to Friday, with regular weekend opportunities

• Jobs are offered as they become available in your area

• Please note that this is a part-time role and does not guarantee full-time hours

Pay & Benefits

• £15 per hour

• £18 payment per job for the use of your own equipment and cleaning supplies

• Paid travel time where applicable

• Client parking costs covered (except where only street parking is available)

• Minimum 2 years’ deep cleaning experience

• Carpet cleaning experience an advantage

• Strong knowledge of cleaning products, chemicals, and safe practices

• Able to follow written and verbal instructions

• Own equipment, supplies, and reliable transport

If you enjoy winning new business and want the freedom to decide when and how you work, this could be the opportunity for you.

We're looking for experienced sales professionals to help businesses upgrade their printing and document management solutions. Every client you bring on board has the potential to generate not only an initial commission but also recurring monthly income through ongoing service agreements.

Whether you're looking for a full-time opportunity, something to fit around your current role, or simply want to take on deals as they come, you'll have the flexibility to work your way.

Here's What You Can Expect

• 90% profit share on your first 3 equipment sales (75% thereafter)

• 50% recurring profit share on managed service agreements, paid monthly

• Uncapped earning potential

• Remote working with complete flexibility

• Self-employed with the support of an experienced team

How You'll Grow Your Income

You'll identify businesses that could benefit from better printing solutions, introduce the right hardware and managed print services, and build lasting relationships that create ongoing monthly revenue. You'll have the freedom to manage your own pipeline while being supported by a knowledgeable team whenever you need it.

If you're commercially minded, enjoy building relationships, and are looking for an opportunity where your effort directly impacts your earnings, we'd love to hear from you.

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