Housekeeper/ Cook (Part-time) Dunkeld

Job post summary

Moore House Group is a forward-thinking organisation which provides a range of services to meet the changing needs of children and young people who are looked after and accommodated in Scotland.

This role is primarily focused on maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming home environment for children and young people, alongside preparing simple, home-style meals.

Cooking duties involve practical, everyday meals and supporting young people to develop basic life skills in the kitchen.

About the Role:

Your time will be split across three small residential homes:

• 22 hours per week across two houses located next to each other
• 8 hours per week at a third house

You will:

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the homes
• Help manage laundry, linen and household supplies
• Help prepare simple, balanced meals for young people
• Carry out food shopping and basic stock control
• Support young people to learn practical life skills (e.g. safe use of oven or microwave)
• Work as part of a small, supportive residential team

Working Pattern

• 30 hours per week
• 52 weeks per year (not term-time only)
• Minimum availability across 4 days per week ( hours can be spread across more days if preferred)
• Working pattern agreed at interview
• Flexibility around start and finish times can be discussed
• Annual leave is accrued pro rata in line with contracted hours.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience
• Confidence preparing simple, home-style meals
• Reliable and trustworthy approach
• Comfortable working around children and young people
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What You Can Expect

• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• A diverse range of responsibilities
• Opportunities to develop valuable skills within a residential childcare setting
• Potential for career progression within the organisation
• Company benefits package including company pension and private healthcare.

Other Requirements

• Must hold a full UK driving licence
• Subject to Enhanced Disclosure Scotland check
• Employment references, including from current or most recent employer, will be required.

Please note that all roles within Moore House Group are subject to annual salary benchmarking. As a result, the salary for this post will be reviewed and is expected to increase from April 2026 in line with organisational benchmarking outcomes.

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Interview Date: WC 23.3.2026

Start Date: TBC

Work Location: In person

Applications should be completed online using the Apply Now button below. If you have any issues, please contact us on hr@moorehouse.org.uk and we will be happy to help you.

If further information is required, please call 01506 652312