Launchpad

29/05/2026

22/05/2026

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21/05/2026

JOB OPENING
If you are interested, please apply on indeed, or email [email protected], or call us on 07947 180173

About Launchpad

Launchpad is a community interest company based in Budleigh Salterton, supporting adults with learning challenges to build confidence and skills. We create safe, inclusive spaces where people can build confidence, learn new skills and be part of a team. Through our community café Wesley’s, our production kitchen, volunteering opportunities and community projects, we offer real‑life training, meaningful roles and a warm sense of belonging for local people and visitors alike.

About the Role

We’re looking for a kind, reliable Kitchen and Café Assistant to join our small, friendly team. This role blends practical café tasks with gentle support for our trainees as they learn and grow in confidence. No two days are the same! You might be supporting a trainee in the cafe to serve customers one day, and enabling someone else to process our meals for the freezer on another. This is a part-time role to support staff over the busy summer period, with the possibility of a longer-term role for the right person.

Key Responsibilities

Welcoming customers and creating a friendly, inclusive atmosphere
Preparing and serving drinks, simple meals and cakes
Supporting trainees with tasks such as taking orders, clearing tables, food prep and activities
Encouraging independence, confidence and positive experiences for trainees
Keeping the café and kitchen clean, safe and well‑organised
Working alongside volunteers and the Café Lead to ensure smooth running of sessions
About You
We’d love to hear from you if you are:
Warm, patient and people‑focused
Confident working alongside adults with learning disabilities
Happy to get stuck into a variety of café tasks
A good communicator and team player
Reliable, organised and able to use your initiative
Experience in hospitality or support work is helpful but not essential — the right values matter most.

What We Offer

A supportive, friendly team
A meaningful role where you can make a real difference
Training and guidance
A positive, community‑focused working environment

20/05/2026

REMINDER
We still have spaces for our Breakfast Club tomorrow, so make sure to pre-booked and enjoy a delicious home cooked breakie! 🍳☕️

12/05/2026

We have an exciting opportunity for adults with learning challenges to join our garden project. Have you got an interest in gardening or would you like to learn? Well if you’ve got a Friday free from 10.00am-2.00pm then this could be the opportunity for you! 👩‍🌾🪏💐
For more information please contact [email protected] or call us on
07947 180173

11/05/2026

BREAKFAST CLUB
PRE BOOKING REQUIRED
Hosted at Wesley’s at Budleigh Starting from Thursday the 21st of May, from 9.30am-11.00am, and thereafter on the third Thursday of every month, we will be serving a Full English Breakfast served with orange juice, toast and a choice of tea or coffee all for just £12.00!
If you are interested, please do make sure you come in and try our delicious home cooked breakfast! 🍳😋

07/05/2026

Do you know how we get over the afternoon slump here at Launchpad….. an afternoon dance to Madonna always helps us get back to it! 💃🕺

01/05/2026

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