Jobs & Opportunities Bulletin 1 (Jan17)

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

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

Bar and Waiting Team Members Cycle Mechanic Beauty Therapists Nursery Nurse Early Morning Cleaners Help Desk Operator Housekeeping/Cleaners Life guards and Trainee Lifeguards Window Cleaner Barista

To apply for any of these roles please visit: http://isw.changeworknow.co.uk/centerparcs/vms/e/careers/search/edit and fill out an online application form.

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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

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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.

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

Take a look here‌ http://www.yourspaceonline.net/yourspace/jobs-and-careers/apprenticeships-and-training

Apprenticeships Stores Programme – Bedford, St Neots, Biggleswade and Huntingdon For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.aldirecruitment.co.uk/apprentice

Higher Level Apprenticeship Quantity Surveyor Start date: September 2017 Our Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship programme is key in supporting you to become a valuable member of the Commercial team. As well as working closely with our production site teams to ensure a quality project is financially viable, they build relationships with our supply chain and safeguard our commercial position.

You will be expected to engage in on the job training in key elements of construction, including for example estimating, cost planning, health and safety, contracts and production.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/-17233 9

Business Management Higher Apprenticeship - London Apprenticeship start date: September 2017 Salary: £17,015 This is your opportunity to:   

Gain an honours degree in Business Management and a Higher Apprenticeship in Leadership and Management.

Have your tuition fees paid by the BBC Build a CV full of amazing work experience through working in one of the world’s most creative and innovative media organisations

This sponsored programme incorporating a Pearson College London BA Honours degree in Business Management is for two years at the BBC. As part of the two year programme, you’ll complete three work placements at the BBC, whilst also studying towards your degree. You will go to college 1 day a week and will be expected to study at home as well.

What you need to apply: You don’t need to have work experience but we are looking for people who can show the ability to work on their own initiative, have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work co-operatively as part of a team.

Also essential are effective organisation and administrative skills and a keen eye for detail. You'll have excellent numeracy skills, and an ability to work with spreadsheets and databases.

You'll have a genuine interest in business and a passion to develop a career in business within the creative industry as well as enthusiasm for working at the BBC. In terms of academic qualifications, you're likely to have five GCSEs Grade A* - C and studied A Levels or a vocational qualification such as a BTEC. Don't worry if you don't have these, we are looking for creative, passionate people with great ideas, not necessarily people with academic qualifications. So don’t talk yourself out of this great opportunity. This apprenticeship is for those who have not yet undertaken degree level education.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.bbc.co.uk/careers/trainee-schemes-and-apprenticeships/businesssupport/business-apprenticeship

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Advanced Apprenticeships Closing date for applications: Monday 27th February 2017 Join Network Rail as an engineering apprentice and help to shape the future of Britain’s railway! We are looking for talented apprentices to join us on our advanced apprenticeship scheme. When you're transforming Britain's vast railway network, you get more than just an education. Over three fascinating, surprising, career-advancing years as an apprentice, you'll gain the kind of skills that can set you up for life.

The first 20 weeks spent living and learning at our world class training facility in Coventry with 150 other apprentices and then it’s out gaining hands on experience at a depot local to you.

To Apply We invest a lot in our apprentices because we want you to be the future of our business. There's lots of information on our website to help explain what you'll be doing on the scheme and what to expect. We recommend you take some time to read through the sections to make sure this is the right opportunity for you before applying.

You must have 4 GCSE’s (or equivalent) at Grade A*- C in English, Maths, Science or Engineering and 1 other subject.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.networkrail.co.uk/careers/apprenticeships/

School Leaver Programmes  L4 Commercial Development Programme Our Commercial Apprenticeship programme runs in two business areas; Food and General Merchandise. You could find yourself working in any of these teams that ensure our customers have the best available range at the best price.

All the while, you will also be studying towards a Level 4 Apprenticeship to support your development in the first few of years at Tesco.

 L4 F&F Apprenticeship (ENSPIRE) The Enspire programme is a two year partnership between F&F and the Fashion Retail Academy; giving you the opportunity to obtain a Level 4 Diploma within Merchandising and Buying. As a dedicated centre for your learning you will spend one day a week here.

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Back in the workplace, you will complete two 12 month placements with the Buying and Merchandising teams and every day you will be putting your learning in to practice while working alongside our fashion experts.

Please see http://www.tesco-earlycareers.com/apprenticeships/ for the entry requirements of each individual scheme and to apply.

Digital Technology Degree Apprenticeship – Milton Keynes The Digital Technology Degree Apprenticeship is the perfect place to realise your future while influencing the future of financial technology. It’s a four year apprenticeship on which you’ll develop your technical and business skills. You’ll be making a meaningful difference to live projects right from the start including managing your own budgets and preparing and delivering presentations. And whether you’re developing industry leading apps, working with Big Data or protecting our people from cybercrime you’ll be supported by some of the most knowledgeable colleagues in the business.

What we’re looking for  A predicted or achieve total of 104 UCAS points under the new 2017 tarrif (260 UCAS points pre 2017)  An interest in digital banking and emerging technologies  A customer focused analytical approach to work  A natural curiosity and a love of developing new skills and relationships  The ability to independently identify risks and opportunities and the confidence to speak up with new ideas

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.santanderjobs.co.uk/realiseyourfuture/apprenticeships.php

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Trainee Horticultural Technicians Closing date: 26 February 2017 Scheme starts in September 2017.

Fixed term for 12 months.

Each year vacancies under the Trainee Technician scheme are available for people wishing to pursue a career in horticulture by gaining practical experience. Based within the 40-acre Botanic Garden, the trainees are able to learn and perform the wide range of horticultural skills that are required to maintain a diverse collection of over 8,000 plants, which is of international importance. The scheme is demanding and is intended for those wishing to gain experience in practical horticulture, collection management and plantsmanship. Trainees are part of the staff of the Botanic Garden and receive a salary.

Trainees who successfully complete the scheme will be awarded a Certificate of Higher Education in Practical Horticulture and Plantsmanship by the University Of Cambridge Institute Of Continuing Education, which works closely with the Botanic Garden.

For more information on the Botanic Gardens and scheme please visit: http://www.botanic.cam.ac.uk/Botanic/Page.aspx?p=27&ix=3074&pid=2731&prcid=4&ppid=2731

To apply please visit:

http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/12315/

Apprenticeships with Glaxo Smith Kline – Stevenage or Ware Closing date: 20 February 2017 Schemes start from August/September 2017     

Laboratory science – Higher Apprenticeship IT – Higher Digital Degree Apprenticeship Health and Safety Project Management 13

Further Apprenticeship programmes are available across Glaxo’s other UK sites.

To find out more about each scheme and to apply please visit: http://uk.gsk.com/en-gb/careers/apprenticeships/our-programmes/

Craft Apprentice (Airbus Defence and Space) Airbus Defence and Space offers the opportunity to join the Craft Apprenticeship at the Stevenage site. This is a great opportunity if you have a preference for a career in a predominantly hands-on environment.

Engineering Apprentice (Airbus Defence and Space) Airbus Defence and Space offers the opportunity to embark on an exciting Engineering Apprenticeship within the space sector specifically focusing on the manufacture of satellites.

Closing date: 10 March 2017

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.airbusgroup.com/int/en/people-careers/apprentices-and-pupils/In-theUnited-Kingdom.html

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https://www.gchq-careers.co.uk/early-careers/apprenticeships.html

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

Smart Futures Programme An opportunity to have a great paid experience of work.

Smart Futures offers you an opportunity to have a great paid experience of work. It is a ten month programme starting with paid work experience in the summer.

The paid work experience begins with interactive sessions and opportunities to work with different types of businesses. You will learn new skills that will help you to become more employable and broaden your horizons. Following this you will spend a week working in a team and getting hands on experience in a business.

You will round off work experience at a graduation ceremony to celebrate your achievements. You will also be invited to a series of Smart Futures events in your final year of school to further your skills and network.

But there's more... Smart Futures also provides you with access to a mentor who will support you with your career choices, whether you want to go into higher education or apply for a job after school.

If you are currently in Year 12 (England) and looking for great work experience then apply now to Smart Futures.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://ukcareers.ey.com/schools/our-programmes/programmes-for-school-leavers/eyfoundation-smart-futures/

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

Digital Marketing Assistant – Luton Job Description      

Developing and implementing strategies to drive online traffic to the company website Tracking, reporting on and improving conversion rates Improving the usability, design, content and conversion rates of the company website Customer research, market conditions and competitor data Research new online media opportunities that may benefit the business including mobile, social media & development of blogs Conduct keyword research and web statistics reporting;

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Help deliver efficient and profitable PPC campaigns.

Contributing to campaign strategy, research of keywords, analysing competitors and A/B testing ad content.

Analysing the performance of campaigns/Ads, identifying opportunities for improvement.

Producing reports, studies and presentations on PPC Understanding of Google Analytics

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Basic knowledge of SEO. Basic understanding of web languages would be beneficial.

Perform keyword research in line with business objectives to optimize existing content and uncover new opportunities.

Provide SEO analysis and recommendations in coordination with structure of websites and pages Off-page optimization (XML sitemaps, shopping feeds, webmaster tools) Implement link building campaigns with marketing team Keep pace with SEO, search engine, social media and internet marketing industry trends and developments Monitor and evaluate search results and search performance across the major search channels Communication to team and management on development, ideas, strategies and results Experience working with WordPress Support with German SEO campaigns in a technical way, knowledge of the German language not necessary

To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to Lucinda O’Reilly at lucinda@ecotileflooring.com

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

Relief Play Workers – 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/

Part time Nursery Nurse - Woburn Forest For more information and to apply please visit: http://isw.changeworknow.co.uk/centerparcs/vms/e/careers/search/edit and fill out an online application form.

Help with childcare and school runs required Childcare/school runs help needed 2 days a week, for 2 children. Morning and evening school runs of 1 hour each (roughly 2 hours per day).

Monday 7.55am-8.30am morning drop off and 5-5.45pm evening pick up and bring home.

Thursday 7.55am-8.30am school drop off, and 4-4.45 evening pick up and bring home.

Total 4 hours pay per week, at rate of ÂŁ5 per child per hour.

Applicants will kindly have to go through a routine DBS check the cost of which will be met by the employer.

Reply to Navita Srivastava on 07734 220745 or email navita@doctors.net.uk

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This vacancy may be more suited to students studying part time or our ex-students.

Senior Support Coordinator (Women’s Refuge) Salary - £26,000 per annum 37.5 hours per week The Senior Support Coordinator will oversee dynamic support services and high quality accommodation across two domestic abuse refuge projects in Central Bedfordshire.

Through a range of targeted interventions, the service supports single women/ women and their children fleeing domestic abuse and offers support to empower clients and build the resilience that enables them to achieve a positive future.

The Senior Support Coordinator will lead a committed and motivated staff team in delivering efficient, high quality, cost effective, client centred services in line with contract requirements, in order to move women and children past domestic abuse towards leading independent lives. They will attend key strategic network meetings both internal and external and will act as a point of contact for the service.

You will be required to be part of an on-call rota and may be required to work some bank holidays.

To apply for this vacancy please send a CV and covering letter to recruitment@ymcabedfordshire.org. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete an application form prior to interview.

Closing date: 12 noon Thursday 26 January 2017 For any enquiries please contact 01234 307040 recruitment@ymcabedfordshire.org Applicants must understand and demonstrate support to the aims and purposes of the YMCA. Any appointment will be subject to suitable references and DBS checks. The YMCA is committed to Equal Opportunities and Safer Recruitment practices.

YMCA Bedfordshire is a Company Limited Guarantee: Registered in England & Wales No: 02337961 Charity No: 801035. Housing No: H3858.

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Part Time Support Coordinator (Women’s Refuge) Salary - £10,667 per annum 20 hours per week As part time Women’s Refuge Support Coordinator you will be responsible for developing resident and/or family led support using person-centred approaches. You will undertake assessments and produce and review support and safety plans for individuals to ensure a high quality standard of support that promotes independent living.

You will ensure a high standard of service delivery is achieved by championing YMCA Bedfordshire’s values, policies and procedures including safeguarding resident and or family and other people at risk of abuse.

You will be required to be part of an on-call rota and may be required to work some bank holidays.

To apply for this vacancy please send a CV and covering letter to recruitment@ymcabedfordshire.org. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete an application form prior to interview.

Closing date: 12 noon Thursday 26 January 2017 For any enquiries please contact 01234 307040 recruitment@ymcabedfordshire.org Applicants must understand and demonstrate support to the aims and purposes of the YMCA. Any appointment will be subject to suitable references and DBS checks. The YMCA is committed to Equal Opportunities and Safer Recruitment practices.

YMCA Bedfordshire is a Company Limited Guarantee: Registered in England & Wales No: 02337961 Charity No: 801035. Housing No: H3858.

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Do you love working with children?

Do you want to earn some extra money or even start a career?

Studying childcare and need experience within the sector?

We Are Recruiting!!

Who are we?

We are a Childcare agency that provide full and part time temporary staff to nurseries throughout London, Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire.

We supply to a range of large nursery chains, one of which being 21st on the ‘Sunday Times top 100 companies to work for’.

Qualified or Unqualified?

If you are Qualified Level 2 or 3 in childcare that’s great!! But don’t worry if you are unqualified as we also look at what experience you have in the sector as well.

Health and Social care qualifications are not classified in the childcare sector but we do take into account that you have done placements in schools and nurseries.

What do we pay?

Pay starts at £6.95and goes upwards. Your individual pay rate depends on a number of things such as availability, qualifications and experience.

Contact or send your CV to: Olivia Steed- Consultant: 07984323856 Olivia.steed@wizardstaffsolutions.com Frankie Wyld - Resourcer: 07961736634 Frankie.wyld@wizardstaffsolutions.com

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These vacancies may be more suited to students studying part time or our ex-students.

78 Clapham Road, Bedford, MK41 7PN Tel: 01234 353566 www.haven2000.com

NURSERY NURSES We have a couple of vacancies at the nursery for full time (40 hours) Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Nurses. We are a 57 place Private Day Nursery on Clapham Road in Bedford, taking children from 6 weeks to 5 years. We are open from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday and the 40 hours are flexible each week within those hours.

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To work as a practitioner and key person within a team undertaking the responsibilities stated.

To provide high quality, safe education and care to young children.

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To plan for individual children and groups of children using the EYFS. To conduct observations and complete records to monitor each child’s development.

To develop a positive and professional relationship with all parents and carers and deliver tactful and constructive feedback to parents and carers about their child.

To implement and follow The Haven 2000’s policies and Safeguarding procedures To keep completely confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff that has been acquired as part of the job.

To attend staff meetings and in-service training courses and events.

To cascade relevant training to the staff team as required.

To work as part of a team with all other members of staff.

To undertake domestic tasks to maintain hygiene and cleanliness standards in the nursery.

To undertake any reasonable duties as directed by the management team.

NB. This post is exempt from The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must be prepared to discuss any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made against them.

For more information and to apply please contact Vivien Barker, Business Manager vivien@haven200.com or maria@haven2000.com Job Descriptions and Person Specifications are also available from the Job Shop please call in.

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Computing and IT 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 ex-students or those studying part time.

Android app developer - Bedford WLD is looking for a junior Android app developer with experience of native or hybrid mobile app development. All we ask is you have a little relevant experience and a willingness to train and gain experience in a commercial setting; and a Git commit log is just as good as an extensive C.V. What you'll do: Development of Android apps (some from scratch, some tweaks to existing apps) App testing and debugging, solving users' problems within the app Coordinating changes in the app with those responsible for backend API and server development Participation in tests with users and app-developing workshops, understanding of the users' needs and perspective Proactively proposing UX and UI improvements of the app, implementing new functionalities in the app Teasing it all on to phone and tablet screens, and entirely new form factors (which we will teach you) Required skills: 3+ months experience of Android Java or HTML5 with either...

Android Studio and/or Eclipse; or...

Cordova/Phonegap/Ionic/etc.

JSON/XML/HTTP/REST basics Desirable skills (non-essential if you have a will to learn): Agile development Git/GitHub jQuery/Angular 2 Amazon Web Services (AWS) Linux (LAMP stack) Knowledge of best design patterns An understanding of good UX/UI How you think: There's no problem that can't be solved with big thinking Customer-centric focus, aiming to always delight Constantly learning and experimenting Open to ideas and commitment to best practices Use evidence-based approaches to decision making

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We will gladly offer you: A fun, friendly and quirky place to work Some remote and home working Flexible hours (by arrangement) Paid training and workshops An administrative assistant Bonuses and rewards per project Duvet days and staff jollies Working on exciting new types of apps

Please apply at bcjobs@white-label-dev.co.uk

Help Desk Operator - Woburn Forest For more information and to apply please visit: http://isw.changeworknow.co.uk/centerparcs/vms/e/careers/search/edit and fill out an online application form.

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

Aim High Scholarship Are you considering a future career in the aviation industry?

Aim High is an education programme that helps young people learn about the world of aviation. Here, they learn more about the breadth of career opportunities in the industry and what skills and attributes they would need to find a place and how their career might develop.

We are currently welcoming applications to our April scholarship which is being held for the first time at London Luton Airport during the school Easter Holiday from Monday 3rd – Friday 7th April 2017.

During the exciting week, you will get the chance to:    

look behind the scenes at the Airport visit based companies, hangars, flight lines visit Air Traffic Control and the Fire and Rescue team have an opportunity to meet and discuss career options with Pilots, Operations, Engineers, Air Traffic control and many more

There is also the opportunity to spend two days away from the host airport visiting world leading companies like easyjet, Rolls Royce, Airbus and military bases. There may be the chance to pilot a flight simulator or even take the controls of a light aircraft for a 15 minute flying lesson.

How to apply Please visit our website www.fly2help.org and look under ‘How we help’ and click on ‘Aim High’. Students can apply via our website under that same menu but by clicking on ‘Aim High Application Form’ and filling in their details.

Deadline for applications is Friday 24th February 2017

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

Beauty Therapists Various hours/contracts available – Milton Keynes and St Albans Beauty therapists required to provide consultations and treatments in a professional manner. Maintaining and improving services to clients, providing a range of face, body, massage, mechanical and electrical treatments.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.champneys.com/about-champneys/careers/

Beauty Therapist - Weekend We are looking for the very best beauty therapists to join our fantastic Y Spa team.

Your role will be to provide a range of treatments to resident and day guests ensuring they are met in a professional, timely and efficient manner giving them an excellent spa experience. You will be carrying out massages and also beauty treatments.

You will also be promoting our range of beautiful products (Elemis, Murad, Katherine Daniels and OPI) Essential Skills • Excellent customer service and communication skills • Reliable and flexible • NVQ Level 3 in Beauty Therapy

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.wybostonlakes.co.uk/beauty-therapist-weekends.aspx

Beauty Therapists - Woburn Forest For more information and to apply please visit: http://isw.changeworknow.co.uk/centerparcs/vms/e/careers/search/edit and fill out an online application form.

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This vacancy is more suited to our ex-students or those studying part time.

Hairdresser - Milton Ernest, Bedford Salary; ÂŁ16,320k

Closing date: 25 January 2017

Working 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. The site operates 24/7 over 7 days so when needed you may be asked to come in at a weekend.

About Us Yarl`s Wood Immigration Removal Centre (IRC) is a fully contained residential Centre, housing adult women and adult family groups awaiting immigration clearance and it is and is one of many essential public service contracts run by Serco a FTSE 250 international service company. Our Justice and Immigration division provides vital services across our Custodial, Escorting, Immigration, Community and Housing services.

At Yarl’s Wood we focus on decency and respect in all aspects of care for our residents, and our aim is to create an environment which supports and values diversity, integrity, trust and openness. The Centre provides a range of services for our residents including: welfare, healthcare, faith and cultural provision, educational and recreational activities.

Overview of the role As a Hairdresser you will be based in Yarl’s Wood and you will be trusted to create a relaxing and calm atmosphere for the residents to escape to. You will be providing a hairdressing and barbering service to the residents as well as beauty therapy sessions.

One of your key requirements will be to keep up to date records of all equipment in the hairdressing locations and report any damages or concerns to the safety and security centre.

The ability to maintain a positive, professional and empathetic relationship with our residents during a difficult and emotional time in their lives is a key requirement.

About You As the successful candidate you must have proven and demonstrable experience of working as a hairdresser or beauty therapist and qualified at a minimum of NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.

You will need to have had experience in barbering and also cutting and treating Caucasian, Afro Caribbean and Asian Hair.

As this will be based in an immigration removal centre you must be able to remain professional at all times and you will possess excellent communication skills both verbally and written as you will be communicating with people at all levels.

Specific Requirements You must have a minimum of NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Hairdressing and any beauty therapy qualifications would be advantageous.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all offers of employment are subject to security clearance checks and approval by the Home Office.

If you are interested in applying please visit our website www.serco.com/careers and enter the reference number 21302. You will then be asked to upload a copy of your CV. 27

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

Part Time Commis Chef – Old Warden We are searching for a commis chef who is available to work on weekends, bank holidays & throughout the holiday seasons. This position would ideally suit someone wishing to take on an apprenticeship or currently a student studying the catering trade. Cash tips per shift as well as competitive hourly wage.

For more information and to apply please contact 01767 627225 or email info@hareandhoundsoldwarden.com

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

Commercial Service Assistants Events Assistant (Catering) Dining and Bar Assistants Bar staff Conference and Banqueting Steward Commis Chef

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

Part time staff  Bedford Aspects  Wyboston  Hitchin

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

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Lots of opportunities for part time, bank/casual staff in housekeeping and food and beverage.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.wybostonlakes.co.uk/current-vacancies.aspx

Part time Catering Assistant - Bedford Working Week: Mon - Sat 25hrs+

Weekly Wage: Negotiable

Fresh Caribbean Cuisine requires a catering assistant to prepare and serve food on our mobile catering unit based at the Interchange Retail Park in Kempston.

Minimum cooking skills will be required so this is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to start their career in the retail food business. We are a small business who is looking to expand and therefore progress the right candidate.

You will be required to use the oven for heating purposes i.e. (curry patties, jerk chicken) and serve food from the rice cooker and bain maries.

There are also opportunities for outside catering events that we hold, i.e. music events, weddings, funerals, private parties. Uniform will be provided.

For more information and to apply: Please feel free to come along and visit us any day between the hours of 11am and 3pm or telephone Brian Service and Lennox Barker on 07484 033733 or 07932 303003 for more information. Alternatively please email us on - freshcaribbeancuisine@msn.com

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

Lots of local part time vacancies for: 

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Customer Service Advisers Bike Mechanics Bike Hut Customer Service Advisers Auto Fitters Vehicle Technician

For more information and to apply please visit:

https://jobs.halfordscareers.com/site/jobboard_search.cfm

HGV Mechanic/HGV Fitter - Bedford Service & MOT prep work and maintenance on 32 vehicles.

Manufacturers’ training is available.

Working week: Monday – Friday.

Salary: 28k to 32k depending on experience.

Annual leave: 21 days + Bank Holidays All applicants and experience considered.

For more information on this role please call Billie on 01234 938019

Part time Cycle Mechanic - Woburn Forest For more information and to apply please visit: http://isw.changeworknow.co.uk/centerparcs/vms/e/careers/search/edit and fill out an online application form.

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

Milton Keynes We are recruiting for the following roles:  Video Production Editors  Freelance Camera Crew  Freelance Presenters & Journalists For more information and to apply please visit: http://thevideonewsfactory.com/careers/

TEACHING ASSISTANT FOR PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL – Bedford We are looking for an Early Years teaching assistant to assist in class. This would suit an individual who is looking to go into higher education within the performing arts field.

We are looking for a dynamic assertive individual to join our specialist team. The applicant will have a performing arts background and be accompanist in dance, drama and singing. The teaching assistant will support our staff initially with younger pupils, but also will be able to provide cover to all staff. We are looking for the right candidate to develop and will provided training and development; this post would therefore suit a student.

The post will be on Saturdays throughout term time form 9.15 - 11.30am. The position is paid at an hourly rate of £8.00. Our school is located in Bedford, MK41 7UY. For more information please contact Kate Howard on 01234 782414 or email Bedford@theatretrain.co.uk

To apply - please supply your CV and covering letter outlining your experience and background to Bedford@theatretrain.co.uk

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

Part time Carphone Warehouse Sales Consultant – 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 Mystery Shoppers Recruiting now for organised, self-motivated 18/19 year old mystery shoppers with an eye for detail.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://servelegal.co.uk/ourvisitors/

Part time Retail Sales Assistant – Hitchin An exciting opportunity has arisen in our fashion stores for a Sales Assistant who wants to use their customer service skills in a very fast moving environment and to know that their contribution will make a lifesaving difference.

Responsibilities include processing stock donations and providing great customer service to the highest standard to help us meet our sales targets.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.bhf.org.uk/aboutus/work-for-us

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Part time Customer Assistants – various departments Locations: Bedford, Shefford, Sandy, St Neots, Luton 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 Interchange Bedford Midland Road Biggleswade Retail Park Luton Arndale, Luton Retail Park Milton Keynes Kingston Retail Park

For more information and to apply to any of the above vacancies please visit: http://careers.next.co.uk/

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

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Part time Customer Service Adviser – Bedford Closing date: 3 February 2017 As a Customer Service Advisor, it is you who will guide our customers through the world of parenting - in many cases for the very first time!

You will be responsible for giving our customers the best impression and experience of Mothercare and the first person they meet when they enter our store. We are looking for helpful, enthusiastic and knowledgeable people, giving our customers trust in your expert advice. We offer a competitive hourly rate, on the job training and an opportunity for career progression for the right person.

Part time Mini Club Senior Sales Adviser – Biggleswade Mini Club is an exciting contemporary clothing brand available exclusively in larger Boots stores nationwide. The joint venture between Boots and Mothercare has created a stylish collection of high quality clothing for babies and children from 0 to 6 years and is both comfortable and affordable.

As a Senior Sales Advisor, making sure our customers get precisely what they need will be down to you. This means you'll be responsible for delivering everything from helpful advice about our clothing range to impactful in-store merchandising - with the help of our guidelines. Driving sales, delivery processing and stock replenishment will also be part and parcel of your role.

For more information and to apply please visit:

https://mothercare.team.careers/search

Sales Assistant - Luton We're on the lookout for a Sales Assistant to join our busy store and become a GAME Hero.

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

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

Opportunity for Summer 2017

Tennis Coaches in America Camp Cayuga, which is based in Pennsylvania up in the Pocono Mountains.

The position starts on June 18th and ends August 28th and is a residential position so full accommodation and food are provided. This job involves Tennis coaching to the Children throughout the camp, age’s range from 5–15 years old. The camp employs people from all over the world so it is truly a magical and culturally enriching environment to work in, giving staff amazing experience for their CV and memories that last a lifetime. This position is ideally suited for someone aged 18-30 years old with a keen interest in Tennis, no formal coaching/qualification is required.

All of our vacancies are aimed at complimenting academic degrees and most jobs involve spending 9 weeks teaching children aged 5-15 years so this is a great opportunity for students looking to gain teaching experience as well as those just looking to complete a travel experience that has relevance to their chosen career path.

The closing date for these positions is April 30th 2017 however students are hired on a first come first interviewed basis so many jobs will be filled in the coming months and our advice is to apply early.

For more information please contact Amy Jones at summer2017@makemysumer.com or visit http://www.makemysummer.com/

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Community Sport and Wellbeing Placement Chelmsford Closing date: Tuesday 28 February 2017 Chelmsford City Council is looking for a conscientious individual to join the Community Sport & Wellbeing Team for a 10 month placement.

The role is heavily focused on sports development, with a key focus on the organisation, marketing and delivery of the Play in the Park play schemes during school holidays, and coordination of workplace health activities for the Council. The successful candidate will also assist with the organisation and delivery of a wide variety of community events, ranging from primary school athletics events and health walks, to mass participation events.

The term of employment is 10 months; starting in November 2017. The role would be particularly suitable as an industry placement for degree students on sandwich courses.

Details on the job and how to apply can be found online at www.chelmsford.gov.uk/jobs (note that we can only accept applications via the online portal and cannot accept CVs).

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

F4YP offer a wider and varied programme of activities based around mixed sport, music, singing, dance, drama, art, design & technology, science, literacy, canoeing, rock climbing and swimming.

Science Tutor Pay rate: £18 per hour 8.30-4pm Monday & Tuesday 13, 14th Feb 8.30-6.30pm Wednesday 15th Feb Must be qualified secondary Science teacher.

Tutor would need to plan and execute 6 x 35minute sessions each day including mini experiments and educational content relating to the current curriculum. (Groups are organised by age) This is an opportunity for young people aged 8-14 to become interested in science.

Art Tutor Pay rate: £18 per hour 8.30-1.30pm Monday & Tuesday 13, 14th Feb 8.30-1.30pm Wednesday 15th Feb Tutor would need to plan 6 x 35minute sessions per day around story illustration and imagination. Previous teaching experience desired.

Junior Sports Coach £10 per hour (this could be someone currently training as would be assisting our Head sports coach) After School Clubs- starting Tuesday 24th January running for 10 weeks, 4.30-6.30pm.

8.30-4pm Monday & Tuesday 13, 14th Feb 8.30-6.30pm Wednesday 15th Feb Tutor would need to have previous experience in the subject and be able to execute sessions under guidance of Head Coach.

May be asked to help transport equipment, set up sessions, pack down sessions.

Opportunity of progression, more termly work will be available.

Closing Date: 12 noon Tuesday 31 January 2017 To apply for any of the above vacancies please send a CV and covering letter to recruitment@ymcabedfordshire.org Applicants must understand and demonstrate support to the aims and purposes of the YMCA. Any appointment will be subject to suitable references and DBS checks. The YMCA is committed to Equal Opportunities and Safer Recruitment practices.

YMCA Bedfordshire is a Company Limited Guarantee: Registered in England & Wales No: 02337961 Charity No: 801035. Housing No: H3858.

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

Part time Retail Travel Advisers – St Neots As a Thomson Retail Travel Advisor you will help to create unforgettable holidays for all of our customers with your personality, professionalism and personalised service. You will understand our customers and adapt your style using information provided to help you find ways to improve customer satisfaction and loyalty. Your knowledge will help us collaborate and answer questions for our international colleagues and customers. There will be modern technology to work with so you can discuss, recommend and sell suitable products and services, and promote and assist our customers to self-serve online.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://tuijobsuk.co.uk/work-at-tui-travel/thomson-retail/

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

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Volunteers needed to support our work at HMP Bedford Ormiston Families, Unite Programme The Unite Programme works with prisoners and their families to minimise the impact of imprisonment on their children. Our services support family relationships to continue developing throughout the sentence, which plays a critical role in helping to reduce reoffending rates.

We are seeking volunteers for 2 roles.

1. To supervise prisoners in the Visits Hall tea bar. This role supports prisoners in their rehabilitation and training as Barista’s and families visiting the prison.

You will open the tea bar, oversee the selling of hot food and drink and operate the till. We need volunteer for Weekends 13.00 to 16.15 and Wednesdays and Thursdays 13.00- 15.30.

2. To assist Play Staff in the Visits Hall play area. This role involves working directly with children aged 1-13 years at Weekends from 13.15 to 16.15. You need an interest in working with children and understanding of children’s needs.

For both of these roles Ormiston will offer the necessary training and support. You will need to undergo prison vetting and Ormiston will arrange for a DBS. We like all volunteers to commit to a minimum of 2 sessions per month.

For more information on either of these roles please email:Wendy.davies@ormistonfamilies.org.uk or: - Tori.burr@ormistonfamilies.org.uk

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Volunteer Room Steward and Volunteer Tour Guide – The Mansion House Do you love meeting new people and sharing fascinating historical facts?

We’re extending the public interest in The Collection and Swiss Garden to The House and Parkland. If you like people, becoming a volunteer at The House will be an opportunity to find out more about the place yourself, as well as enjoying showing it off.

Time commitment will be variable to suit the individual and our events programme. We seek volunteers to: 

Stewards for the rooms in The House

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Tour Guides to conduct tours and talk about the history, family, pictures, furniture and architecture for both special interest and general groups.

Learning Volunteer – The Collection Educational activities volunteering is available on weekdays, weekends, school holidays and for workshops for visiting schools. Activities will be Swiss Garden based or in The Collection, and there are a range of opportunities from booking in schools to creating craft activities.

Role descriptions are available from the Job Shop please call in.

Further information is also available from:

http://www.shuttleworth.org/volunteering/

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

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Jobs Fair Location: Bedford Date: Wednesday 1 February 2017 Venue: Corn Exchange Time: 10am - 2pm For more information please visit:

http://www.thejobfairs.co.uk/event-details.php?id=565

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.

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