Jobs & Opportunities Bulletin 1 (Apr18) by The Bedford College Group

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JOBS AND

OPPORTUNITIES April 2018 First Edition

ALTERNATIVES TO HIGHER EDUCATION Apprenticeships and Training Schemes The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these opportunities.

Please visit http://www.bedford.ac.uk/jobshop to search for an apprenticeship across a wide range of industries with Bedford College.

Did you know Yourspace online has lots of links to national apprenticeships and training schemes.

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Apprenticeships Stores Programme â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bedford, Luton, St Neots, and Huntingdon For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.aldirecruitment.co.uk/apprentice

Haulage Apprenticeship - Bedford P. Lack Haulage was established in 2011 by Phil Lack who was aged just 22 years of age. With a family history of LGV drivers, Phil left his job within local radio to embark on his own journey into the world of haulage and has since grown the company to a fleet of 5 tippers and concrete mixers. Phil is now turning his attention to giving another young person the opportunity to move into the haulage industry by offering an apprenticeship that will see the lucky candidate achieve their HGV licence (Class C), along with all the necessary training. Upon completion, the candidate will then be given a full time position within the company, along with a very competitive salary and the opportunity to work for this local family business.

For further information please call Phil on 07929 663 495. Candidates who are interested in applying for this apprenticeship should send a CV and covering letter to Phil Lack via email Phil@thepartydoctors.co.uk

APPRENTICE 7.5t DRIVER - BEDFORD As a growing International Company currently employing approx. 350 people in the UK, Dunster House Ltd is an established international family run Company that Manufactures and Retails a large variety of Timber Lifestyle Products that are sold throughout the UK from our various sites in Bedford, Scunthorpe, Warminster, Faversham, Basingstoke and Liverpool. We are currently offering a number of opportunities at our Bedford Branch to candidates looking for an apprenticeship role. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re keen to learn a valuable trade, we can offer you all the training you need to succeed. Our Apprentice Scheme is there to give you the first step towards a terrific career. Within the role of Apprentice Driver, you will serve a Driving Apprenticeship which gives you the chance to gain a range of qualifications and licences, including a 7.5t Driving Licence and a Certificate of Professional Competence in Road Haulage. 2

To qualify for the Driving Apprenticeship, you must have a full driving licence and need to display a genuine willingness to learn with a serious commitment to building your career. This apprenticeship is your opportunity to learn a skilled trade that will set you up for a great future. The Apprenticeship takes approximately a year to complete. Normal hours of work are an average of 42 hours a week between Monday and Friday with a 07.30 hours start. How to apply If you want to join our team, please send your CV along with a cover letter detailing your current salary and your salary expectations to: Human Resources, Dunster House Ltd, Caxton Road, Bedford, MK41 0LF or recruitment@dunsterhouse.co.uk

Trainee Pharmacy Adviser Within Boots we have Trainee Pharmacy Advisors and this is sometimes known as a Trainee Dispenser. To provide fantastic patient care as a Trainee Pharmacy Advisor you will work across the healthcare counter and the dispensary to where the patients need you most. This is a great opportunity to develop your pharmacy career and make a difference to the lives of our patients. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re offering you an exciting career opportunity and a chance to continue your professional journey. You will need to be prepared to work towards an NVQ Level 2 equivalent in Pharmacy Services to join us.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.boots.jobs/jobs/71466br-trainee-pharmacy-advisor-traineedispenser-2/

Apprentice Healthcare Adviser â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bedford Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about learning on the job, working in our pharmacy as a full time team member, helping with every aspect of creating a great customer experience and learning about how a pharmacy retailer operates their business.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://superdrug.sunesis.uk.net/do.php?_action=search_vacancies

Information Security Operations Apprentice - Luton Reporting to the IT Operations Security Manager, the IT Security Apprentice will help protect the Tui brand and its business operations by assisting with the identification and management of information security risks.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://tuijobsuk.co.uk/job-details.php?nPostingTargetID=36741

Carpentry Apprentice - Cranfield Closing date: 30 April 2018 For more information and to apply please visit:

https://bloorhomes.com/careers/job/?jobId=71660

Bricklaying Apprentice - Cranfield Closing date: 30 April 2018 For more information and to apply please visit:

https://bloorhomes.com/careers/job/?jobId=71659

Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme – Little Barford Closing date: 24 April 2018

Starting salary: £13,500

RWE Generation is dedicated to the development of highly skilled people and providing exciting career opportunities within its portfolio of power generation sites. The RWE Generation UK Apprentice Programme is a Trailblazer apprenticeship scheme lasting 4 years, in which you will gain a sound understanding of the technical and practical skills required to be one of our highly skilled craft specialists of the future. You will undertake a programme of training and development at some of the UK’s leading power generation plants and at RWE Generation UK’s dedicated Training Academy at Ferrybridge in Yorkshire where you will benefit from the support of experienced power industry professionals and training specialists. For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.rweukjobs.com/job/engineering-apprenticeship-scheme-littlebarford-jobid-444482901

Generation Technician Engineering Trainee Scheme (HNC/HND) – Little Barford Closing date: 17 April 2018

Starting salary: £19,500

RWE Generation is dedicated to the development of highly skilled people and providing exciting career opportunities within its portfolio of power generation sites. The RWE Generation Engineering Technican Trainee Scheme is a specially designed programme which is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). Providing a sound understanding of the technical and practical skills needed to be tomorrow’s Power Generation Engineering Technicians. The programme contains a blend of block release academic study at college and practical skills training at our specialist in-house Training Academy at Ferrybridge in Yorkshire. You will also experience ‘on the job’ competency development and assessment in some of the UK’s leading power stations. You will be supported throughout your programme by experienced power industry and training professionals. For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.rweukjobs.com/job/generation-engineering-technician-traineescheme-little-barford-jobid-444487301

Advanced Apprenticeship Vehicle Technician – Luton Our Motor Vehicle Apprenticeship scheme is a four year training programme, fully funded and organised in partnership with Warwickshire College. Being part of Fleet Solution's apprenticeship scheme enables you to take advantage of continuous learning and development, as we make sure your skills are kept up-to-date with the automotive industry, all the while working towards a BTEC and NVQ level 3 in both Motor Vehicle Service and Repair. Unlike other motor technician apprenticeships in the UK, our course provides comprehensive training to maintain, service and repair not just cars but also vans, trucks, plant and anything in-between. This training allows you to become multi-skilled in the garage services.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.btplc.com/Careercentre/earlycareers/apprentices/index.htm 7

Advanced Apprenticeship Field Engineer – Cambridge and Northampton Engineering careers at BT are uniquely challenging, rewarding and diverse and are focused on providing a great service for our customers. As an Engineering apprentice at BT you will be joining a team of experienced engineers who will support and teach you the skills required to be successful in your apprenticeship role. The Engineering roles are both varied and interesting and offer a great opportunity for you to develop you skills and your career. If you're the type of person who likes problem solving and is passionate about customer service, then we want you to apply. We're ready to provide you with a world class training experience. You just need to be customer focused, and be willing to get stuck in.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.btplc.com/Careercentre/earlycareers/apprentices/index.htm

Maintenance Engineering Advanced Apprenticeship – Bedford Salary: £16,890 Closing date: 20 April 2018

Apprenticeship start date: September 2018

Apprentices will work towards NVQ Level 3 diploma in Maintenance Engineering. In addition to obtaining a NVQ Lvel 3, Apprentices will specialise in one of the following:  Mechanical maintenance engineering - develop more detailed skills in the fabrication, machining & repair of complex precision equipment and systems.  Multi-skilled maintenance engineering - develop more detailed skills in the testing of electrical equipment and circuits, instrumentation, data acquisition, process control systems, programmable controllers and servo-drives The apprenticeships consists of part time study at a college provider chosen by the site and on site experience working with an experienced engineering team. Completion of the programme will ensure you have the knowledge and skills to work safely and effectively as part of a world class team preparing and operating the pilot 8

plant and all associated rapid prototyping & precision engineering equipment and systems. It will also provide the skills for further development via higher apprenticeships that are available at Colworth, or for work in other areas of the product development process, or for a career in the full-scale food and drink manufacturing environment.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.unilever.co.uk/careers/apprenticeships/research-and-developmenthigher-apprenticeships.html

School/College Leaver Scheme Audit Assistant – Milton Keynes Closing date: 30 April 2018 Scheme start date: August 2018 Our external audit school leaver programme will give you all the skills and support you need to unlock a future that’s packed with opportunities and new experiences. You’ll enjoy a fast-tracked business career that recognises your potential and rewards your ambition. When you join our team, you’ll enjoy a powerful combination of on-the-job learning and structured training – not to mention an impressive client list to work with. You’ll discover a culture that nurtures individuality and an environment where everyone is supported to reach their potential. With us, you’ll always be moving forward. For more information and to apply please visit:

https://careers.rsmuk.com/GSL/VacancyInformation.aspx?VId=27655

School/College Leaver Scheme Personal Tax Assistant – Milton Keynes Closing date: 30 April 2018 Scheme start date: August 2018 Our tax school leaver programme will give you all the skills and support you need to unlock a future that’s packed with opportunities and new experiences. You’ll enjoy a powerful combination of on-the-job learning and structured training – not to mention an impressive client list to work with. When you join our team, you’ll discover a culture that nurtures individuality and an environment where everyone is supported to reach their potential. With us, you’ll always be moving forward. For more information and to apply please visit:

https://careers.rsmuk.com/GSL/VacancyInformation.aspx?VId=27658

School/College Leaver Scheme Restructuring Assistant – Milton Keynes Closing date: 30 April 2018 Join our Restructuring Advisory team and take a bold first step towards your future career. Become part of our team for up to a year and get business experience that will help you really stand out. With us, you’ll get involved in client work very quickly, and get the chance to learn about different types of businesses from varying industry sectors. The depth of services and clients you’ll be exposed to early in your career will help you jumpstart your accountancy career. Initially, you’ll be working as part of a small team. Once you’ve completed your initial professional qualifications, the complexity of your workload will increase and you’ll have the opportunity to take on more individual responsibilities and get involved in more challenging accounting issues, such as applying international 10

accounting standards. With us, you’ll have the space to grow and be challenged. With our support, you’ll become a true trusted adviser to your clients. When you join this team, you’ll work towards your AAT professional qualifications. For more information and to apply please visit: https://careers.rsmuk.com/GSL/VacancyInformation.aspx?VId=28689

School Leaver AAT Trainee Locations: London and Northampton Scheme start date: September 2018 Is a career in Accountancy for you? Would you like to get a head start with some relevant ‘on the job’ experience while you study for your recognised qualification? Then starting your career with our apprenticeship programme is a good option. The added bonus? No student debt. Let’s be clear, we recruit all our apprentices with a view to them going on to complete their respective chartered qualifications, as recognised by the ICAEW. There’s every chance you’ll be fully qualified in less than five years, much earlier than if you were to study at university. You will have the same opportunities available to you as any other graduate would.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.macintyrehudson.co.uk/index.php?/careers/students/school-leavers

KPMG360° Apprenticeships Locations: Cambridge, London and Milton Keynes Start date: Autumn 2018 KPMG360° is a rotational apprenticeship programme for school and college leavers. It gives ambitious, free thinking young people the chance to work with some of the very best and brightest people in the business world. By ‘rotational’, we simply mean you 11

get to move around different areas of the organisation, gaining invaluable insights, work experience and professional qualifications along the way. The programme is flexible and runs for either three or six years, depending on your chosen career path. Join us, and whichever route you choose, you’ll be setting off on a journey that’s as exciting as it is challenging. For more information and to apply please visit:

https://www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/apprenticeships/apprenticeship-programmes

Business Apprenticeships Locations: Cambridge and Luton Start date: September 2018 We currently offer EY Business Apprenticeship opportunities in 5 areas of our business. Whichever you join, you'll have the chance to drive lasting change, take advantage of new technology and help build a better working world from day one.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://ukcareers.ey.com/schools

Financial Services Apprenticeship opportunities Location: Milton Keynes – MK9 1FF Apprenticeship qualification: Insurance Practitioner Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Minimum qualification requirements: Minimum of 3 C grades at A Level or equivalent UCAS points Salary: Competitive Company Description As a global leader in insurance broking and risk management, Marsh helps our clients succeed by defining, designing, and delivering innovative, industry-specific solutions that help them effectively manage risk. We have 27,000 employees worldwide, operations in more than 130 countries, and annual revenue of approximately $5.4 billion. 12

Marsh offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and programs including: health and welfare, tuition assistance, pension, employee assistance program, career mobility, employee network groups, volunteer opportunities, and other programs. Vacancy Description With a strong focus on delivering outstanding customer service, you will work with a range of clients from independent traders to national, blue-chip corporations, to meet their insurance requirements and risk management solutions. Renewal Process  Request and analyse underwriting information.  Prepare and submit market presentations and slips (as required)  Collate renewal terms from Insurers and summarise for the Client Executive  Identify trends in market and competitor data  Manage premium billing, collection, settlement in accordance with company targets.  Produce and/or request Insurer documentation as per legislative and regulatory requirements Non-Renewal Services  Act as first point of contact within service team for day to day client insurance queries  Amend changes to risk during the life of the policy if necessary To apply: Please register and apply via www.getmyfirstjob.co.uk and search ‘Marsh’ Should you require any further information, advice or guidance please email recruitmentalicia@bpp.com or call the apprenticeships team on 0161 244 6410.

Degree Apprentice Programme We have a number of different roles based across the UK. These include Software Developer, Software Test Consultant and Technical Application Consultant. If you reach the digital assessment stage, we will talent pool you towards the most suitable role based on your background and location preference. Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship At Capgemini we often say that we’re the biggest company you’ve never heard of. 13

We are one of the world’s largest (and we think best!) tech companies, helping our clients to transform their businesses through ingenious technology solutions. We deliver exciting & innovative client projects across multiple industries all over the world using cutting edge technology in an entrepreneurial and supportive environment. Importantly, you’ll have a community around you of likeminded apprentices who are part of the 4 ½ year programme. You’ll start your journey together, on an eight-week residential training course where you’ll learn everything you need to know to kickstart your amazing career at Capgemini. For more information and to register your interest please visit: https://www.capgemini.com/gb-en/careers/jobs/2018-degree-apprentice-programme/#

IT Degree Apprenticeship - London Closing date: 20 April 2018

Want to gain a professional qualification but feel that university isn’t the path for you? Get started with a professional apprenticeship and gain practical experience in the work place whilst you study.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://campus.bankofamerica.com/careers/degree-apprenticeshipprograms.html

L6 Food Science and Technology Apprenticeship Closing date: 29 April 2018

Programme start date: September 2018

Salary: £23,000 Working in the technical team is exciting and fast paced. Their core purpose is to deliver great food, sourced with care, every day. Our Technical Apprenticeship Programme runs in the food area of the business and involves working with Chilled, Frozen or Ambient products. Working in each of these areas means working with suppliers of differing sizes and capabilities. 14

Whichever food area you find yourself in you’ll have plenty of time to study and will have great support from a buddy and a mentor. You’ll also have leadership training which is unique to Tesco, giving you the perfect start to your successful and exciting career.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://apply.tesco-careers.com/members/modules/job/detail.php?record=260352

School Leaver Programme 2018-19 Closing date for applications: 4 June 2018 Programme start date: August 2018 We are currently seeking Globe Education Assistants who will ensure the smoothrunning of our daily activities – welcoming and supporting our participants and practitioners, assisting with the administration of all projects within their area of work, and contributing to some department and organisation-wide activities. This is a paid one-year placement for school-leavers to experience working in a leading arts/education organisation.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.shakespearesglobe.com/about-us/opportunities/job-vacancies

On-going opportunities The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these vacancies.

Gulliver’s – Milton Keynes We are always looking for individuals to join our team and we recruit for temporary and permanent positions throughout the year.       

Ride Operators Admissions and Retail staff Catering staff Park care staff Entertainers Splash Marshalls Team Leaders

For more information on the roles available, to request an application form or to send your CV please email – Lauren Christmas – lauren.christmas@gulliversfun.co.uk Or visit https://www.gulliversfun.co.uk/recruitment

Jobs for Summer 2018 The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these vacancies.

Hotel Leone is a small boutique hotel and restaurant in Montelparo, Le Marche,

Central Italy and is owned and run by an English couple – Madeline and Tim Jones. The hotel has been open since the start of May 2012 and its busiest time is during the summer months of July and August. We have a varied client base providing an exceptionally high level of personalised service. Every one of our customers is a V.I.P! We operate with a small team of staff who need to be able to cover varied positions. We don’t employ ‘a receptionist’, ‘a barman’, ‘a waitress’ - each member of the team is expected to seamlessly merge these roles as needed (and frequently at the same time!). We are searching for a student to join us for 3 months in the summer season (ideally June August/September) where they will have the opportunity to work in the service industry. We will provide accommodation and all meals. In return we require the student to work an average of 40-hour week spread over 6 days with one day off each week. This will most likely entail split shifts as we must cover breakfast, lunch and dinner 16

services as well as a bar, which is open all day. The main duties are outlined below in the Job Description but these may be extended to other areas of the hotel if the need arises e.g. general administration duties, reception, room servicing.

Front of House Service Assistant Reporting to: Front of House Manager / Owner Job Type: Seasonal – Full Time Hours: 40 per week - Split Shift – as defined by line Manager DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Generally to assist in all operational aspects of the hotel, restaurant and bar and to assist in the smooth running and exceptional levels of service to our customers. More specifically:  Setup and maintenance of restaurant service areas  Assistance in the receipt of goods deliveries  Stock taking and ordering  Preparation of restaurant prior to start of service  Meeting, greeting and welcoming guests whether in the restaurant, at the bar or reception when they check-in  Escorting guests to tables - presenting menu and answering questions about menu items and making recommendations and explaining specials of the day  Serving of food and drinks to guests  Liaison with the kitchen staff regarding orders, special dietary requirements etc.  To be familiar with menu items, their preparation and service procedure  To listen to guest comments and feedback and, where possible to rectify issues and problems or to inform Front of House Manager  To provide support in the kitchen as and when required  To provide support during peak times and to undertake any operational duty which might be reasonably required to ensure customer expectations are met  To maintain excellent levels of service for customers  Other ad hoc duties as required SKILLS / CHARACTER  Good command of English and preferably one other language  Clean, smart, presentable  Friendly, warm and helpful nature  Flexible and enthusiastic

To apply please send your CV to Madeline@hotelleone.it and a statement why you think you should be considered and are suitable for this position.

Support Workers – Summer 2018 Activity Schemes Locations: Bedford and Luton Full-time 23rd July - 10th August 2018

Pay: £8.27 - £8.77

We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic team players to join the Autism Bedfordshire team for our Summer Activity Schemes. Autism Bedfordshire summer schemes are fast paced, fun filled action packed days where you will get to see first-hand the difference we are able to make for families. Paid Support Workers will need to have relevant experience and qualifications. We provide uniform, full training, references and fantastic experiences for all. If you have any questions or would like to discuss any of the details mentioned, please feel free to contact a member of the Children’s Services Team. For more information please visit: https://www.autismbedfordshire.net/volunteer-work

FULL & PART TIME SEASONAL JOBS We are now recruiting for the following vacancies: Kitchen Porter Cleaner Waiting Staff Night Porters We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team at Shuttleworth. The positions are within our catering and events department, working within our busy on site restaurant, outside catering units, and/or our bespoke event venue, The House. Working in our team you will be part of our catering and event delivery operations, to assist with the daily restaurant service, and/or the delivery of event catering for weddings, air shows and corporate bookings. Previous experience of a similar environment would be an advantage however more importantly a positive â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;can doâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; attitude together with a willingness to be flexible and work as part of the team are equally valuable. Working hours are primarily between 8.30-5pm (extending to later in the evening for bespoke House events) including some bank holiday and weekends, there is opportunity for additional hours during our busy summer season for all part-time staff. To apply: For more information please visit www.shuttleworth.org/careers. Applications should be e-mailed to jobs@shuttleworth.org or alternatively you may bring your CV to the Visitor Centre for the attention of Ashleigh Catalina. 21

Animal Management and Equine The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these vacancies.

Farm-based Educators are key for the development and delivery of the Trust’s agricultural education mission. Led by an energetic and creative Livestock Manager, the farm team delivers the Trust’s agriculture engagement plan. On a typical day, you might be mucking out barns and sweeping paths, working with our (rare breed) Suffolk Punch horses, giving a tour of our 18th C, Grade 2* working watermill, grooming ponies with the public, or just helping our visitors have a great day at the Farm. We have several posts available – some seasonal, some permanent, with pay levels of £7.83 - £8.56 per hour. Accommodation MAY be available for seasonal staff only. There is no accommodation for permanent staff. Early application is advised, as we will be recruiting on a rolling basis. Please send your CV and a covering letter to jobs@sacrewell.org.uk explaining why you are interested in and suitable for the post. We would also like to know when you are available to start, and if you require accommodation (seasonal only). Applications without these will not be considered.

For more a full job description please visit https://www.sacrewell.org.uk/about/jobs-and-volunteering/

Seasonal Animal Keeper Closing date: 22 April 2018 We are currently recruiting for a seasonal Animal Keeper to join the Carnivores department, working with wolves, bears, lions and tigers, to start in May through to 2nd September 2018. Driving is a fundamental requirement of the role, therefore a full current driving licence is essential. For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.woburn.co.uk/job-vacancies/vacancies/?cat=category&type=animal-keeping

Part time Sales Assistants Locations: Huntingdon Your role will be to assist the store team to maximise the potential of the store by providing exceptional customer service and promoting responsible pet ownership. What are we looking for? We are seeking people with a fun personality. You should be great at interacting with pets and people. Enjoy the challenges of a fast paced workplace. Ideally, you’ll have experience in a similar, fast-paced environment and a hands-on approach. Most of all, you must be able to offer the highest levels of customer service. A high level of flexibility is required. For more information and to apply please visit:

https://www.jollyes.co.uk/jobs-jollyes/

SEASONAL EVENING FARM HAND - CONTRACT ROLE 2018 JOB PURPOSE: Contract role based at Ark Farm. Weekday evenings 5pm – 7.30pm ensuring that vehicles and trailers are cleaned and fully equipped for the next days’ visits. A checklist of equipment and tasks will need to be followed to replenish the team’s kit and make sure all items are fit for purpose. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Check & Resupply vehicles against the checklist 2) Clean trailers & travel crates as required 3) Check & Keep equipment in good & clean working order 4) Clean loading/unloading area & keep free of muck & waste straw 5) Complete visit paperwork 23

EXPERIENCE: * None Required * Enjoy working with animals EDUCATION, SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS: * DBS clear * Self-motivation and flexibility * Commitment to the aims & objectives of the business * Honesty, reliability and trustworthiness DURATION, HOURS & PAY The role is a seasonal contract role for weekday evenings Mon – Thu 5pm-7.30pm. The rate of pay is £20 per day paid the following Friday direct into your bank account. This role is from April 16th – July 20th 2018 For more information and to apply please contact Fraser Bairstow, Operations Director on 01234 771212 or email fraser@arkfarm.co.uk

Business and Finance The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these vacancies.

Discovery Programme and Access Accountancy Work Experience â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Summer 2018 Cambridge, London and Milton Keynes Running in summer 2018 at a number of KPMG offices around the UK, the programme is designed for students in Year 12 or S5 who are interested in a career in business at a firm such as KPMG. Whichever office you choose to join, the KPMG Discovery Programme will allow you to develop the skills you need to build a successful career. During the programme you will undertake a series of interactive business challenges, skills workshops and research tasks designed to develop some of the key skills needed to thrive at KPMG. You will also have the opportunity to meet and hear presentations from KPMG employees across the business and, on our 5-day and 3-day programmes, work shadow to see the type of work our employees undertake on a day-to-day basis. For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/apprenticeships/apprenticeshipprogrammes/kpmg-discovery

Smart Futures â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Get paid to have a great experience of work this Summer Cambridge, Luton, London Smart Futures offers you an opportunity to have a great paid experience of work. It is a ten month programme which starts with paid work experience during the summer, it will give you a variety of transferable skills to give you a head start in your career. Smart Futures can make you more employable, helping you get a job after school or go onto higher education. For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.ey.com/uk/en/aboutus/corporate-responsibility/ey-foundation-smart-futures

Bedford Hospital flexible bank workforce intake 2018 now open! Closing date: 27 April 2018 Are you looking for a job that fits around family commitments? May be you are a student who is looking for part time work? Bedford Hospital is recruiting for their flexible bank workforce for 2018 for a number of positions to include: 

Secretarial and Clerical staff - NHS reference number 416-BANKAC17

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A wide range of roles from receptionist, administrator to secretary & PA.

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Choice of patient or non-patient facing roles.

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Choice of day, afternoon or full day shifts.

We offer a flexible, working environment to fit around your needs. You are paid the equivalent to full-time members of staff (pro-rata for the hours worked) with access to training and development opportunities and more. Due to the significant number of applications and interest we receive we advise you to make your application as soon as possible as we only have limited spaces.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.jobs.nhs.uk/xi/vacancy/02c37af15942613aa979e287826b4ada/?vac_ref=915034345

Volunteer Awards Co-ordinator - CPRE Bedfordshire CPRE fights for a better future for the English Countryside. We work locally and nationally to protect, shape and enhance our beautiful, thriving countryside for everyone to value and enjoy. Campaigning throughout England is carried out by county-based branches, which aim to influence decision making on a range of environmental and land-use issues. At CPRE Bedfordshire we have an exciting opportunity for an Awards Co-ordinator to join us to help with our core work. Activities involve:    

Assisting with an Awards scheme to recognise good practice in the countryside Working with the Branch Executive Committee to appoint a judging panel and judging criteria Marketing the scheme to attract as many entrants as possible, including leaflet distribution, press releases, email circulars and advertising Promoting the scheme to CPRE members and volunteers, asking for nominations 27

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Logging all entries, liaising with entrants, and updating records Helping to organise an Awards Ceremony or prize-giving; sending out guest invitations, printing certificates and organising refreshments

What we need from you: Our branch office is in Bedford, so you have the choice to either work from here or work at home. We keep in regular contact via phone and/or email to discuss progress and to provide support. You would also be encouraged to attend group meetings. A 3-6 month commitment is desirable to see the project through from beginning to end. This is an opportunity to be involved in a positive initiative for a respected environmental organisation, develop an interest in project/event management and feel part of a friendly and passionate group. Ideally, we hope that you can offer us most of the qualities described below:       

An interest in celebrating the countryside and recognising the efforts of local people and communities Some experience of running or being involved in events Excellent written and verbal communication skills Well organised and able to keep clear, accurate records Able to work to deadlines and be responsible for following through on agreements/arrangements A team player: flexible and willing to adapt Computer literate - the internet, e-mail and MS Word or equivalent

As a guide, we anticipate this voluntary role will take approximately 2 hours per week for 3-6 months. What’s in it for you? CPRE volunteers are motivated to help for a range of reasons. Benefits include:      

A great opportunity to use your existing experience and to develop new skills The opportunity to develop marketing, PR and event experience A project to gain recognition and experience Working with others to make a difference both locally and nationally The potential to meet and discuss issues with a wide range of like-minded people Opportunities to attend local and national CPRE activities, events and workshops

The role is voluntary although we will pay all out-of-pocket expenses with prior agreement, in line with our Volunteers Policy. Contact details: For more information on this role or others like it, please contact: Susan Walls on 01234 353331 or susan.walls@cprebeds.org.uk Also visit our website: www.cprebeds.org.uk

Care and Childcare The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these vacancies.

Bank Nursery staff â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bedford We are looking to increase our established list of approved Bank Staff at all Kiddi Caru Nursery locations that can be called on to cover holidays, absence and reduced staff levels. If you have a friendly flexible approach and have a passion for working with children then contact us about joining our Bank Staff Team.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.kiddicaru.com/careers-with-us/bedford-nursery/bank-nursery-staff/

Nursery Practitioner â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bedford Nursery Practitioner (qualified to Level 3 or equivalent in Childcare Learning & Development) To provide the highest level of care and education for children attending the nursery.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.kiddicaru.com/careers-with-us/job-profiles/nursery-practitioner/

Care Assistants Locations: Bedford and Kempston Bedford Borough Council has opportunities for individuals who are flexible, motivated and passionate about providing high quality care and supporting older people to live enriched and meaningful lives. If you are unable to commit to a shift pattern, we are also looking for Bank staff to work at our care homes.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.bedford.gov.uk/jobs_and_careers/current_vacancies/care_assistants__apply_anytim.aspx

Relief Play Workers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Milton Keynes Our Relief Play Workers work occasionally after school & at weekends during school term time assisting us to provide play events across Milton Keynes and surrounding areas. Ideally you will be over 24 years old and have held a clean driving licence for at least 2 years. However, we are also interested to hear from persons aged 18 years and over who may be able to cover any non-driving duties.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.mkpa.co.uk/jobs/

Shared Lives Carers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bedford Shared Lives is a scheme which links up adults with learning disabilities with families. This can be for short community access session, a short respite break or a long term placement. Shared Lives Bedford is looking for people to provide a family environment which can help someone who needs extra support to get the best out of life. Carers work on a self-employed basis. The role can fit around your studies and is suitable for those returning to study, retraining or looking for a career change. For more information please visit: http://www.bedford.gov.uk/health_and_social_care/adult_learning_disabilities/fa mily_and_carers/shared_lives_bedford.aspx Or contact Sue Belton, Shared Lives Officer on 01234 228426 or sue.belton@bedford.gov.uk

Volunteers wanted â&#x20AC;&#x201C; St Neots! We are seeking reliable, responsible and enthusiastic volunteers, to work with and support the young people who attend this group, in the activities they do. The activities are predominately based at The Bargroves Centre in St Neots or in the local community of St Neots. The activities may include arts & crafts, sports activities, dance classes, bingo and games including themed party nights, etc. We would be very happy to offer necessary support in return, if you would like to volunteer as part of your course.

For more information on this opportunity please see Volunteering Section.

Our relief roles offer flexible working and suit students who are available to work a day or two a week in term time and/or in school holidays. Please visit http://childbasepartnership.com/vacancies for more vacancies across the partnership.

Computing and IT The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these vacancies.

Website Volunteer - CPRE Bedfordshire CPRE fights for a better future for the English Countryside. We work locally and nationally to protect, shape and enhance our beautiful, thriving countryside for everyone to value and enjoy. Campaigning throughout England is carried out by county-based branches, which aim to influence decision making on a range of environmental and land-use issues. At CPRE Bedfordshire we have an exciting opportunity for a Website Volunteer to join us to help with our core work. Activities involve:          

Assisting with the management of the CPRE Bedfordshire website, both the visible front end and the back end administration updating content frequently using contributions provided by others in the branch ensuring layout is consistent and uses CPRE’s branding over time, refreshing the design and feel of the site as new software, templates or photography become available transferring content onto the CPRE website template as required ensuring software is up-to-date and search engine profile is being maximised sharing website usage statistics with others in the branch recommending or taking a lead on social media opportunities which could work in tandem with the website and benefit the charity’s campaigning work setting up a (e.g. LocalGiving.com) account and post links on the main website to maximise fundraising potential considering generally how the website/social media presence could be maximised to raise funds and recruit new members or volunteers

What we need from you: Our branch office is in Bedford, so you have the choice to either work from here or work at home. We keep in regular contact via phone and/or email to discuss progress and to provide support. You would also be encouraged to attend occasional group meetings. This is an opportunity to play an important role in a respected environmental organisation, develop an interest in website design/management and be part of a friendly and passionate group. Ideally, we hope that you can offer us most of the qualities described below:      

literate in web software and familiar with hosting packages prompt and efficient in responding to enquiries good attention to detail and an eye for engaging web design/navigation commitment to high standards and an interest in new web developments good communication skills an interest in the countryside

As a guide, we anticipate this voluntary role will take an initial commitment of time and energy to refresh the current website, and then around 1-4 hours a week to make updates. (Time commitment is flexible based on candidates’ preferences) What’s in it for you? 33

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A great opportunity to use your existing experience and to develop new skills Working with others to make a difference both locally and nationally The opportunity to gain experience and recognition for projects/work completed. The potential to meet and discuss issues with a wide range of like-minded people Opportunities to attend local and national CPRE activities, events and workshops

Engineering and Electrical Installation The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these vacancies.

This vacancy may be more suited to our past students or those studying part time.

Trainee Data Engineers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; South East We work throughout the UK, have a growing portfolio of clients globally. We have over 190 staff and have achieved recent growth with ongoing expansion plans. We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in our workforce. Within our Enterprise Services division we have some exciting opportunities for Data/Connectivity Mates to join our team.

Role Purpose Data Mates form part of engineering resource for the Connectivity Division. Teaming up with more experience engineers and as additional resource on larger sites, the role of a Mate is ideal for someone coming into the industry for the first time or those learning the trade and on their way to becoming an Engineer. Although experience is not essential, any previous experience within the structured cabling arena is considered preferable. A valid skilled CSCS card is also considered a major plus point. Key aspects to the role of the Data Mate are a strong work ethic, excellent attendance and punctuality and a will to work hard and self-development.

Development and Progression Data Mates will come across plenty of opportunities to develop and increase their experience levels across a number of different projects. Some of the projects may involve out of hours work and working away. The development of Mates will be handled by regular appraisals and suitable training will be offered where appropriate to help and encourage development. The progression path for a Data Mate is towards the position of Connectivity Engineer and will be made available in line with the business needs once they meet the minimum Connectivity Engineer requirements.

Vacancy Summary We offer a competitive package commensurate with qualifications and experience to the right candidate including professional training and long-term career development opportunities.

How to apply Please email your CV to jobs@sudlows.com stating that you are interested in this position. Please also mention that you saw the vacancy through Bedford College in your application.

Floristry The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these vacancies.

Florist â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Weekends An opportunity has risen for an experienced Florist to join our busy Floristry department, working 11am to 5pm Saturday and Sunday. If you are creative and able to make stylish floral arrangements, enthusiastic, flexible, have excellent communication and customer service skills we would love to meet you. The successful candidate will hold National Certificate in Floristry Level 2 as a minimum requirement. For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.frostsgardencentres.co.uk/blog/careers/florist-weekends

Hair, Beauty and Holistic Therapies The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these vacancies.

Part time Barber - Ampthill We are looking for an enthusiastic, personable and talented barber. You will be working with a wide variety of clients from children to pensioners. Skills to include both short and long hair and beards. Working hours â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we can be flexible across the week but will need you to work Saturday as this is one of our busiest days. We try and have 3 barbers working most days Wednesday to Saturday. We are based in a busy market town and the shop is buzzy and relaxed. For further information please contact Darren Johnson on 01525 838313 or email drbarber94@icloud.com

Part time Spa Beauty Therapists Locations: Luton and Milton Keynes Closing date: 18 April (Luton) 21 April 2018 (MK) We have an exciting opportunities for Spa Beauty/Therapists to join the growing team. The successful applicant must be NVQ level 2 qualified, hard-working, flexible, customer friendly and must be willing to demonstrate an appetite to learn new skills. For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.bannatyne.co.uk/careers/spa-careers

Part time Beauty Therapists Champneys Day Spa – Milton Keynes and St Albans As a Beauty Therapist, you will provide consultations and treatments to clients, maintain and improve services to them, ensuring they are carried out in a professional manner at all times. For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.champneys.com/about-champneys/careers/vacancies/city-spa/

Hospitality and Catering The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these vacancies.

Commis Chef – Willington We’re looking for a passionate & enthusiastic Commis Chef to join us at Frosts Willington. At Frosts, we take pride in our freshly prepared produce, using the best ingredients ensuring our food is second to none. For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.frostsgardencentres.co.uk/blog/careers/commis-chef 39

Woburn Forest Lots of part time opportunities including:      

Housekeeping Assistant Supervisor Bar and Waiting Team Members Cleaners Housekeeper/Cleaner Kitchen Assistant/Commis Chef Kitchen Porter

To apply for any of these roles please visit: http://isw.changeworknow.co.uk/centerparcs/vms/e/careers/search/edit

Part time staff needed at:     

Bedford Interchange, Bedford Aspects Wyboston St Neots/Caxton Gibbet Baldock Services Hitchin

For more information and to apply please visit: https://jobs.mcdonalds.co.uk/

Seasonal/Part time roles across the Woburn Estate        

Bar staff Hotel receptionist Commercial services assistants – catering Kitchen assistants Room attendants Catering assistants Kitchen porters Events catering assistants

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.woburn.co.uk/job-vacancies/

Land and the Environment The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these vacancies.

Gardeners â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Letchworth Garden City With winter nearly over and spring about to reappear ARCH Gardening is looking for new Staff Members, to join the team of mainly female gardeners. Do you know your dandelions from your daffodils, happy to work in all weathers and are physically fit? Then we would like to hear from you. Some horticulture experience would be preferred, as well as a clean driving licence. You will be working on your own or part of a team. The work is varied doing mostly domestic garden maintenance work but also some landscaping and grounds maintenance. Hours and salary to be discussed at interview. Please also note that a DBS check will be taken. If you are interested please send through your CV to info@archgardening.co.uk and we shall contact you should you be successful. ARCH Unit 5, Green Lane 3, Letchworth, Herts SG6 1HP.

Tel: 01462 686491

Part-Time Landscape Operative 3 days per week (24 hours) Greenday Landscapes Ltd based in Maulden, Bedfordshire offer a range of landscape gardening services in Beds, Herts & Bucks. We are currently looking to recruit an experienced, motivated and hardworking landscape operative to join our busy team Responsibilities include grounds maintenance and soft landscaping at various client sites. This is a physically demanding role and reliability and enthusiasm are essential. Clean driving licence required. Please note all employees working on client sites are subject to DBS checks. Hourly rate to be negotiated according to experience.

To apply please email your CV to leonie@greendaylandscapes.co.uk 43

Green keeper â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bedford Start date: May 2018 This post is a temporary position starting for five months in early May. As greenkeepers we are required to start early in order to set the course up for the days play. Start times are normally between 5.30-6 am based on an 8 hour day. This role would include working weekends, but this is for a maximum of 3 hours each day on a rota basis. Good training given. Staff uniform and full PPE supplied. Duties will include: * Maintain good standards of health and safety for self and others. * Preparing the golf course for play which will include removing early morning dew and debris from the greens, raking bunkers, moving tee markers, cutting new holes on greens. * Preparing and using equipment and machinery to maintain and renovate all turf surfaces within the golf course, including the use of tractors, ride-on machines, and specialist equipment. * Apply turf treatments to help produce quality playing surfaces, including fertilisers and top dressing. * Maintain and renovate bunkers and other hazards such as water features. * Preparing ground to establish turf and plants when maintaining, renovating and constructing golf course features. Desired skills: * An aptitude for outside work, with a pleasant personality, able to mix with staff and the membership. Personal qualities: * Able to work within a small team with a â&#x20AC;&#x153;can do attitudeâ&#x20AC;?. Able to communicate and take instruction from colleagues, supervisors, Manager. * Have a strong work ethic including pride in their work, attention to detail, and integrity and time management. * Have a flexible positive attitude to work. * Ability to work as a lone worker and as a member of a team. * A willingness to learn and contribute to their own continuing professional development. * Having a safety mind-set for self, colleagues and golfers. * A clear and effective communicator who can use a variety of communication methods to give/receive information accurately and in a timely and positive manner. * Problem solving and effective decision making.

To apply please send your CV to Adam Butler by email to coursemanager@bandcgc.co.uk 45

Trainee Thatcher - Full Time role or Apprenticeship  Learning to thatch with straw and reed; including preparing materials / labouring.  No experience / qualifications necessary but useful skills would be coppicing, carpentry (and farming).  Would need to be hard working, reliable and able to work well individually and in a team.  Transport essential. For more information please contact: Dodson Bros Thatchers Ltd, Kings Ripton, Huntingdon PE28 2NW. Tel: 01487 773355 or Email: office@dodsonbrosthatchers.co.uk

Seasonal Part time Outdoor Area Customer Service Assistant – Willington Frosts at Willington are now recruiting for Part Time Seasonal Customer Service Assistants to work in our Outside Area and Compost Express. Applicants must have good customer service skills, able to lift bags of compost to customers vehicles, confident to use a till, and be able work a variety of shifts which will involve working both weekdays and weekends. The ideal candidates the above position must be friendly, reliable, optimistic, selfmotivated, a team-player, interested and energetic. For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.frostsgardencentres.co.uk/blog/careers/customer-service-assistant-outdoorplant-area-3

Harvest Worker – Haynes West End, Bedfordshire We farm 1100 acres in south Bedfordshire, cropping wheat and sugar beet. A harvest position is available for this summer for 4 weeks, starting in August. The main responsibility is operating a 20t chaser bin during wheat harvest. Other responsibilities include topping, hedge cutting and general farm duties. The position will be working closely with the farm manager and offers a good experience into arable farming. Candidate will need;    

Good communication skills with combine operator and lorry driver Experience of operating modern machinery Full UK driving license (ideally clean) Telehandler ticket

Accommodation available nearby and decent rate of pay. How to apply - Please email CV to james.miles@sentry.co.uk or call 07970 549009.

P R FARMING Ltd – Dunstable HARVEST WORKERS An exciting opportunity, commencing July through to September for three students on a progressive, family run arable farm. We require one student to join our cultivations team, operating a Cat Challenger using heavy cultivation equipment. We also require two students to join our harvest team, working closely with our assistant manager, carrying out harvesting tasks and light cultivations. For both positions there will be time spent in our new well equipped workshop, learning the importance of machinery maintenance and preparation. You will need to have:    

Attention to detail Basic mechanics Strong communication skills Full UK driving licence 47

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Forklift certificate would be preferable GPS experience advantageous

Accommodation is provided. Hot meals provided on harvest days. We enjoy teaching and working with students who are eager to develop skills and contribute ideas to our young and highly motivated team.

For more information and to apply please contact Andy on 07815 653124 or email prfarming2000@tiscali.co.uk attaching your CV.

Agricultural Harvest Work Summer 2018 2 Agricultural Harvest Placements required for 2000 acres arable farm in Bedfordshire from Mid July to Mid September. Corn carting, and some possible cultivation work. Applicants must be over 18 years of age, hold a clean driving licence, plus trailer test essential. Accommodation provided with excellent remuneration package.

Please apply with CV to admin.kparrish@btconnect.com Mobile 07711 089687

Harvest Work Harvest Worker required for busy 1000 acre arable farm. Must have a clean driver’s license and be able to drive a tractor with trailer. Must be available from 1st July - 1st October 2018. Apply with CV in writing to office@waresleyfarms.com

Eden Tree Specialists Ltd are recruiting for a Trainee Climbing

Arborist/Secondary Climber to join our fantastic team, due to our company’s continued growth. We are based in Bedfordshire and are proud to be accredited as Arb Approved Contractors, as well as CHAS registered and Trustmark approved. We have a great team atmosphere and we are fully committed to investing in the continued professional development of our staff. Aerial Rescue qualification preferable and ideally six month’s arboricultural experience. For further information, please contact our Office Manager Helen Cook on 01234 960796 or email us at info@edentreespecialists.co.uk

Motor Vehicle The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these vacancies.

Vehicle Assessment Technicians - Kempston Salary - £18.9k Basic. OTE £26K+ As a Vehicle Assessment Technician you will be required to carry out a professional assessment of vehicles prior to auction to ensure that customers have an accurate idea of its condition and worth.

You will be working mainly outside and there will be times you are working without direct supervision – so you will need to be self-motivated and able to pick things up quickly. At times you will be collecting data and communicating this to others. You will be working shifts which will usually be Monday to Friday 08:00-17:45 with an hour paid break. Your shifts will include some weekend working and evenings on occasions but with this you are given overtime pay and 195 flex hours (hours can vary, depending on business needs). What do I need? The ideal candidate should hold the minimum of a Level 1 or 2 motor vehicle qualification and will have workshop experience gained from either an independent or franchised automotive environment. Applicants should have a keen interest in motor vehicle technology and will also need you to be physically fit and prepared to work outdoors, whatever the weather. Due to the nature of the role we do require you to have a driving licence with no more than 6 points so you are able to get to and from client’s sites. You must have good attention to detail with a general standard of literacy and numeracy. We want someone who is passionate about cars and proactive in finding out information - the type of person who will portray a professional image to our customers. To be eligible to apply you will ideally live within 15 miles of the site location. Additional Information What are the benefits of this job? Your hard work will definitely not be going un-rewarded. There are hundreds of discounts available from money off trips abroad to cheaper cars. These can vary from time to time but tend to include exciting things like: •

Free breakdown membership as standard, after a years’ service

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Discounted Merlin Annual Passes for the top UK attractions

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Apple and Apple repair services

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Discounts across hundreds of well-known restaurants

To apply please email your CV to Paul Bonner at paul@pfbrecruitment.com

Part time Customer Service Adviser Bike Hut Locations: Bedford, Biggleswade, Luton For more information and to apply please visit: http://careers.halfordscareers.com/cw/en/search/?search-keyword=bedford&job-mailsubscribe-privacy=agree

Performing Arts, Music Tech and Media The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these vacancies.

Early Years Drama, Music & Dance Teacher and/or Entertainer Deadline for Applications None- we are always looking for new teachers and entertainers! Position Start Date ASAP. Job Description Lucy Sparkles & Friends are looking for new teachers and/or entertainers based between Milton Keynes and Luton. Lucy Sparkles & Friends provides outstanding drama, music and dance classes and parties for young children. Most classes are weekly and progressive and are held in nurseries. Our party entertainment tends to take place on weekends. We are looking for candidates interested in teaching, entertaining or both. Lucy Sparkles & Friends provide all their teachers with full training and all necessary props. The starting salary is £17 per 30-minute teaching session and £50 per hour for parties. Pay will increase as experience is gained.

Please visit www.lucysparkles.com for further information about our sessions. To apply, please send your CV and a brief description of why you are interested in the position and why you think you a suited, to talentmanager@lucysparkles.com Person Specification

Essential  Commitment to inspiring and engaging children in their early years  Experience working with children  The ability to play keyboard, guitar or another similar (portable) melodic instrument at an intermediate level  Confidence using singing voice  Good classroom management skills  NO inhibitions  A ‘sparkly’ personality  Self-confidence  Reliability

Desirable  Experience working with children in their early years  Experience teaching music, drama and/or dance within an early years setting  Music, drama or dance qualification  Teaching qualification  Experience working as a performer

Retail Sales and Customer Service The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these vacancies.

Part time Customer Assistants - Kempston The variety and pace that comes with every shift as a Customer Assistant at Lidl needs dedication and flexibility. Our stores are open Monday to Sunday so you’ll need to be able to work weekdays or weekends. You’ll put in a shift as part of the team to check and unpack deliveries, work on the tills, stock our shelves and, most importantly, help our customers. We’ll train you to be multi-skilled in the many different areas of the store and show you what it takes to keep a store running smoothly – and once you’re up to speed you’ll be a vital part of ensuring every shift runs like clockwork.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://careers.lidl.co.uk/en/4174.htm

Part time Customer Service Assistant – Willington Frosts at Willington Garden Centre are now recruiting for a seasonal part-time Customer Service Assistant to work in our Leisure Department. Applicants will be required to work 12 hours per week, working a variety of shifts which will involve working alternative weekends. The ideal candidates will be friendly, reliable, optimistic, self-motivated, a team-player, interested and energetic.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.frostsgardencentres.co.uk/blog/careers/6325

Part time Customer Assistants Locations: Bedford Interchange and Letchworth Garden City This is your chance to be part of something a bit different. You’ll be working closely with the most important part of our business – our customers. Giving them fantastic customer care and making them feel good, and we think that’s a great opportunity. You’ll really get to know our customers and what they’re looking for; it’s everything from helping them find the perfect product, working deliveries and stocking the shelves, to getting behind our in-store promotion.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.boots.jobs/

Store Assistants Locations: Bedford, Biggleswade, Huntingdon, Luton, St Neots It’s a really fast paced environment, for a start. And everyone here understands exactly what needs to happen to make their store a success – and gets on with doing it. But the team is fairly small, so if you’re not contributing it will soon show.

The time will fly by as you undertake everything from checking off deliveries to dealing with enquiries or ensuring that the shelves are fully stocked with attractive, well presented products. And, of course, you’ll provide excellent customer service at all times by attending to customer needs in a prompt and friendly way. For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.aldirecruitment.co.uk/apply/

Lots of retail jobs with a variety of companies at The Centre MK. To find out more please visit: http://www.thecentremk.com/Jobs

Part time Store Support Colleagues Part time Sales Consultants Locations: Bedford and Luton Technology is transforming the world in extraordinary ways. If you’re passionate about the latest innovations, and about discovering how products can make a real difference to customers’ lives, then you can be part of shaping that transformation here at Dixons Carphone. Working as a Sales Consultant in a Carphone store based within a Currys PC World (known as Customer Consultant within the business), you’ll help our customers with whatever they need, asking questions and taking them through our products and services until they have what’s right for them.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://careers.dixonscarphone.com/search-and-apply

Part time Customer Assistants Locations: Bedford, St Neots Various shifts and hours available, including just weekends and evenings. If you are interested in any of these vacancies please apply as soon as possible.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.tesco-careers.com/apply.aspx

Lots of part time opportunities for Sales Support and Stock Room Assistants in the following locations:      

Bedford Midland Road Bedford Interchange Retail Park Biggleswade Luton Airport Luton Arndale Milton Keynes, Silbury Arcade

For more information and to apply please visit: http://careers.next.co.uk/

Part time Service Assistant Closing date: 28 April 2018 Location: Bedford Caxton Road There’s nothing quite like being part of the friendly and supportive team at a Screwfix store. Here as a Retail Service Assistant, you’ll really get to know our customers, provide the best service around and learn everything you need to know to enjoy a rewarding career in retail. Don’t worry if you’ve never worked in retail or with trade tools before. We’ll teach you all you need to know and support you every step of the way. A company people love to work for, we’re more interested in your hard working approach and willingness to roll your sleeves up and play in a big part in our success. For more information and to apply please visit: https://kingfisher.taleo.net/careersection/3/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en&portal=2170451321

Sport, Outdoor Education and Public Services The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these opportunities.

Lakeside Assistants – Milton Keynes We are looking to recruit Lakeside Assistants to support Whitecap Leisure Management in ensuring that visitors to Willen Lake have an enjoyable and safe experience. Work will be available all year round with higher demands during the weekends, bank holidays and school holidays. The role will involve assisting with car park usage and management, litter cleansing and a wide range of monitoring and reporting activities. The perfect candidates will be flexible, experienced in dealing with the public, prepared for outdoor, all-weather work and will appreciate Milton Keynes' natural environment. Please note that candidates must be able to work mornings and weekends.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.willenlake.org.uk/about-the-lake/jobs#.WmsegWnFLct 59

Watersports and Activity Instructors To be skilled in either Sail sports or Paddlesports or both and be either a qualified RYA Senior Instructor or UKCC Level 2 Coach.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.willenlake.org.uk/about-the-lake/jobs#.WmsegWnFLct

Splash Park Assistants – Milton Keynes To support the Whitecap Leisure Management in ensuring that visitors to the Splash Park Willen Lake have and enjoyable and safe experience: 

Support in controlling access into the splash park

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Ensuring the splash park facility is cleaned and maintained to a high standard

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Monitoring suitable water quality of the splash park

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.willenlake.org.uk/about-the-lake/jobs#.WmsegWnFLct

Tree top Extreme Instructor– Milton Keynes We are looking for enthusiastic Instructors to join our team at Treetop Extreme.

For more information and to apple please visit: http://www.willenlake.org.uk/about-the-lake/jobs#.Wo6vAoPFLcu

Trainee Life Guards â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Woburn Forest Closing date: 24 April 2018

For more information and to apply please visit: https://isw.changeworknow.co.uk/centerparcs/vms/e/careers/search/edit

Other opportunities The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these opportunities.

Part time Bike Riders Locations: Bedford, Hitchin, Luton, St Neots Got at least a provisional licence? Looking for a great local job? Then we’ve got a flexible, fastpaced opportunity for you that comes with some tasty added extras. 

We’ll provide the scooter – a Peugeot specially designed for safety (that gets a check up every 4 weeks).

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We’ll provide the uniform and the helmet that is market-leading in terms of safety.

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We’ll provide genuine career prospects if that’s something that interests you in the future.

You’ll be an important part of a sociable and busy team. Time certainly passes quickly helping out in store or enjoying what you like doing most; being out and about on the streets – delivering hot, tasty pizzas to grateful customers where you’ll have the chance to pick up some nice tips on top of a competitive salary. In terms of hours and shifts, there’s lots of flexibility to the role too.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.careersatpizzahut.co.uk/search/

Wanted! Flexible working Warehouse Operatives First Call Contract Services are looking to recruit Warehouse Operatives to work in a Distribution Centre who can work on fixed term contracts surrounding the below dates, which could fit around your timetable!     

19 March to 13 April 14 May to 08 June 06 August to 31 August 15 October to 09 November 11 November to 07 December

We can offer some flexibility with the above dates, if commitment is not 100% to all. This role would particularly interest Students, Semi-retired individuals, or candidates who are looking to get back in to full time work after a period of absence. What we can offer:  Fixed term contracts with guaranteed hours  One rate of pay for all workers. We do not pay less for under 25’s  A variety of shifts available to suit your individual needs- Earlies, Lates, or nights 64

 A warm and welcoming working environment  Subsidised canteen  Minimum pay rate of £7.75 on days  Extra £ premiums for working lates or nights  Weekly pay What we need from you:  Ability to commit to working full time hours within the above dates  An ability to listen and learn Warehouse processes  Reliability and honesty  A “Can do attitude” Using the latest technology to pick items (Clothing only). General Warehouse tasks, which will include Manual Handling. This role is working in the UK distribution centre for clothing for a well-known supermarket. As you would expect with such a recognised brand, the site has excellent working conditions, and offers full paid training and site Inductions. Applicants must be aware that as part of the recruitment process, they will be expected to pass a Drug & Alcohol test. The cost of this test will be met in full by First Call Contract Services.

To apply please contact the Bedford branch on 01234 608070 or email Bedford@firstcallcontractservices.co.uk

Volunteering and Internships The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these opportunities.

Special Constable Information evenings How would you feel if you could spend a minimum of 16 hours a month helping full-time Police Officers to make your community safer? Bedfordshire Police are currently recruiting for Special Constables (voluntary role) to work alongside our Police Officers within Bedfordshire. This is an excellent opportunity to carry out the role of a Police Officer whether you would like to be a 'career' Special Constable or you have aspirations in the future to become a full time Police Officer. As a Special Constable you will receive excellent training and development to carry out the role of a Police Officer and reap the rewards of this extremely valuable role. For more information and to book a place on one of the information evenings lease visit: http://bit.ly/1u9HrIE

Volunteers wanted â&#x20AC;&#x201C; St Neots! Switch Socials is the social arm of Switch Now, a not-for-profit training organisation, based in St Neots. Switch Socials is a weekly social group for young adults, 16-30 years old, with learning difficulties and disabilities. The group runs Tuesday evenings 7pm-9pm (term-time). This social group involves age-appropriate activities for the young people to enjoy with their friends. We are seeking reliable, responsible and enthusiastic volunteers, to work with and support the young people who attend this group, in the activities they do. The activities are predominately based at The Bargroves Centre in St Neots or in the local community of St Neots. The activities may include arts & crafts, sports activities, dance classes, bingo and games including themed party nights, etc. You will need a DBS and if possible some experience of working with this target audience, although the main thing is that you can enrich the evenings for these young people, through support, engagement and fun! Travel expenses will be reimbursed. Refreshments will be provided. Please note: there may be other volunteering opportunities available, please enquire for more information. We would be very happy to offer necessary support in return, if you would like to volunteer as part of your course.

Please contact Catherine Fairholm for more information on 07518 795370 or email: catherinefairholm@switchnow.org.uk

Events Careers & Employer events, Job Fairs, University Open Days

Recruitment Event on Monday 23 April 2018

The event will be held at Woburn Forest and you can attend at any time between 10am and 8pm. On arrival, please sign in at security and they will direct you to the event. There will be lots of our employees there from different areas of the business and, depending on the job you're interested in, you could go on a mini tour of the facilities and take part in interactive activities. At some point in your visit, we'll have an informal chat about you and what shifts youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d prefer to work, as well as the benefits we offer our employees. There will be refreshments available throughout your visit and if you have any questions, at any time, please ask us as we'll be happy to answer them. At the end of your visit, you may walk away with a conditional job offer. If you can't attend our event, don't worry. Just visit our event web page https://www.candidateresponse.co.uk/centerparcs-woburn-od/ and complete the online form and we'll be in touch with more details on how to apply outside of the recruitment event.

Shout about it! If you have been successful in gaining employment or a voluntary role from an opportunity you have seen in The Jobs & Opportunities Bulletin we would love to hear about it, please contact Ruth Adams - rmadams@bedford.ac.uk

The information in this bulletin was correct and in date at the time of publication.