We are looking for a General Assistant to join our friendly team on our Devon farm, Nethercott House.
About the role
The General Assistant supports both the kitchen team and the housekeeping team at Nethercott House.
The busy kitchen provides three nutritious meals each day to a large residential accommodation for groups of up to 39 children and their accompanying adults. The person in this role will work closely with the Kitchen team to ensure the needs of resident groups are met and that the highest standards of nutrition, food quality, food hygiene and food safety are maintained. We pride ourselves on being able to cater for a full range of dietary needs and cultural differences.
The person in this role will also work with the Office Manager and Housekeeper ensure the needs of resident groups are met and that the highest standards of health and safety, hygiene and cleanliness are maintained. This is a physical role, which will have limited direct contact with our visiting children and adults; it is a behind the scenes role in helping to maintain a warm and friendly relationship throughout their stay.
Weekly hours for this role:
- Wednesday: 9.00am – 3.00pm (9.00am – 1.00pm kitchen, 30 min break, 1.30pm – 3.00pm housekeeping)
- Thursday: 9.00am – 1.00pm (housekeeping)
- Friday: 9.00am – 3.00 pm (housekeeping, 30 min break)
We would consider term time only for the right candidate if preferred.
For full details about the role, please see the:
What we offer
In return you will receive a starting salary of £9,914 per annum (£23,133 pro rata) and a range of benefits, which include:
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
- 6% employer contribution to NEST pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
How to apply
To apply, please download and fill out our application form. Once completed, please email this to recruitment@farmsforcitychildren.org You may also wish to fill out and upload our equal opportunity monitoring form. We are unable to accept just cover letters and CVs.
Deadline for applications is 12 noon on Tuesday 25 August 2026. Interviews to be held on Tuesday 8 September 2026.
Please note that the successful candidate will need to be able to provide evidence of existing proof of right to work in the UK. We are unable to assist with applications for workplace visas.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE – DIRECT RECRUITMENT ONLY
