Salary: National Apprenticeship Wage – 1st Year of Apprenticeship £7.55 per hourLocation: Kirkby StephenContract Type: Fixed TermExpected Start Date: September 2025Interview Date: 22nd April to 9th May
About this opportunity
Are you looking for an opportunity where you will achieve a nationally recognised qualification, whilst benefitting from, on the job, work experience? Then an apprenticeship with Westmorland and Furness Council could be for you!
The area your apprenticeship is within is residential care, this provides individuals with support, care and treatment in a comfortable home environment. We prioritise promoting independence and choice, ensuring that everyone is treated with dignity and respect. In our setting, we not only address individuals' physical needs but also take a holistic approach, supporting their emotional well-being through engaging and meaningful activities. Additionally, we create an atmosphere where each person feels valued and empowered, encouraging them to actively participate in their own care journey. Working with others you will assist with food preparation, cooking and support with other kitchen operations.
As a Chef Apprentice with Westmorland and Furness Council, you will benefit from high-quality training and development opportunities, personalised support from managers and mentors, and the chance to work alongside skilled and experienced staff. This hands-on experience will allow you to gain valuable job-specific knowledge and transferable skills, setting you up for a successful and rewarding career.
Who we are looking for…
We are looking for enthusiastic and self-motivated individuals to join our team as apprentices. The ideal candidate will have a good standard of English, Maths, and ICT, and a strong willingness to learn and grow. You should be a team player with excellent communication, organisation, and time management skills, as well as a keen eye for detail and a positive, flexible attitude. If you’re eager to develop new skills and take responsibility while working in a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you!
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life as an apprentice at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Apprenticeships | Careers.
Would you like to find out more?
For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please see our attachments.
If you have any queries about this role, would like an informal chat about this opportunity, or need any support with your application, then please contact our apprenticeship team on 01539 713434 or at apprentice@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk
Application and Interview information
Closing date: Sunday 16th March
We are currently operating face to face interviews. Location of interview will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.
DBS
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check.
Safer Recruitment
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old, that meet the essential criteria for the role.
