Jobs & Opportunities Bulletin Mar (1) 2019 by The Bedford College Group

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JOBS AND

OPPORTUNITIES March 2019 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.

Looking for an apprenticeship? Please visit https://www.bedford.ac.uk/apprenticeships/apprenticeshipvacancies

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.

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

NEW Apprenticeships coming soon  Bricklaying  Painting  Carpentry Locations: Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes

Watch this space: https://www.taylorwimpey.co.uk/careers/starting-your-career/apprenticeships 2

Apprenticeships Stores Programme – lots of local opportunities. For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.aldirecruitment.co.uk/apprentice

Trainee Optical Consultant Locations: Biggleswade, Bedford and Northampton We’re looking for really great people, with a friendly personality. It’s all about working together as one great team – after all it’s our people that are at the heart of our business. It’s a fantastic opportunity to add to your own development, and a chance to learn more about us as a business. It could open up even more opportunities with us. You’ll need to have lots of computer experience, along with really great communication and customer service skills.. It isn’t just about experience, we’re interested in seeing a bit more, the real you – and that makes us all feel good.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.boots.jobs/search-jobs/ (using the search term ‘trainee optical consultant’)

Trainee Pharmacy Advisor Location: Biggleswade, Hitchin and Northampton Fantastic customer care is at the heart of everything we do, and as a Trainee Pharmacy Advisor you’ll be part of helping patients feel good. It’s everything from the clear advice and care you offer them, to the wide ranges of dispensing services we provide.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.boots.jobs/search-jobs/ (using the search term ‘trainee pharmacy advisor’)

ASPIRE Programme Start date: 23 September 2019 The ASPIRE Programme Our ASPIRE programme gives school leavers the opportunity to start their careers in professional, challenging and fast paced businesses. The programme is a structured yet tailored-made, two year rotational scheme with placements in two business areas within our Banking division. ASPIRE trainees join various teams and departments; progressing quickly to work on the front line handling customer queries and gaining experience with successful sales teams. Learning is very much on the job with supportive teams and mentors. We also provide full sponsorship for the chartered associateship in banking with the London Institute of Banking & Finance.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.closebrothers.com/careers/welcome-aspireprogramme?utm_source=email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=client+mailing

KPMG360° Apprenticeships Locations: Cambridge, London and Milton Keynes Start date: October 2019 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 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 - Assurance Locations: Cambridge, Luton and London Start date: September 2019 Salary: Up to £21,750 We make sure that businesses are protected from risks that can affect their reputation and performance. As external auditors, we help companies and governments publish accurate financial accounts others can rely on. You will be:  Getting to know our clients, their businesses and how they work  Testing checks and balances to ensure they work how they’re supposed to  Analysing the data that goes into a financial statement to make sure it is true and fair For more information and to apply please visit:

https://ukcareers.ey.com/students/programmes/apprenticeships

Apprenticeships Closing date for applications: 10 March 2019 HR Degree Apprenticeship Our teams come from all kinds of different cultures and backgrounds, so an HR career at BP is always going to be exciting, challenging and full of incredible opportunities. Data Analyst Apprenticeship As an apprentice data analyst in the BP Shipping Data Analytics team, you’ll collect, organise and study data to provide business insight. This will include managing data, as well as conducting a range of analytical studies. You’ll work across a great variety of projects, providing technical data solutions on stakeholder or customer issues. For more information and to apply please visit:

https://www.bp.com/en/global/bp-careers/students-andgraduates/locations/united-kingdom/uk-early-careers/apprenticeships-uk.html 5

Apprenticeships    

Commercial Finance F&F Clothing Food Science and Technology

Closing date for applications: 10 March 2019 Apprenticeship start date: 2 September 2019 Please visit https://www.tesco-programmes.com/programmes/ for more information, including entry requirements for each of the apprenticeship programmes.

Apprenticeships Closing date: 6 March 2019 Kew are currently offering a range of apprenticeships and training schemes with start dates from August 2019. Please visit https://careers.kew.org/student_and_apprenticeship_vacancies.html?p_type=A for

more information on each scheme.

Trainee Horticultural Technicians Closing date: 3 March 2019 Scheme starts in September 2019

Salary: £17,079

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.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/19817/

Trainee Dog Groomer – Luton You'll deliver the very highest standard of pet care and as a Trainee Dog Groomer your main responsibility will be the prepping and bathing of pets, as well as clipping their nails in preparation for the Dog Groomer/Salon Manager to carry out the required groom.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.petsathomejobs.com/search-jobs-and-apply/517326-traineedog-groomer

Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme – Little Barford Closing date: 15 March 2019 Salary: A starting salary of £13,985 rising to circa £25,000 in year 4 Power your future with our engineering apprenticeship programme. Are you excited to kick start your engineering career in a dynamic organisation, focused on securing the UK’s energy supply? Our Engineering Apprenticeship programme provides the perfect blend of development; including the technical, practical and business skills needed to begin your career as an engineering craftsperson of today and tomorrow. Programme duration: 4 years. Entry Requirements: Minimum 5 GCSE’s A*-C including Science, Mathematics and English.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.rweukjobs.com/job/engineering-apprentice-little-barford-powerstation-jobid-508814401

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

For more information on the roles available please visit: https://www.gulliversfun.co.uk/recruitment

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

Part time Store Colleague - Biggleswade Reporting into the Store Manager this is a Part time position where you will be responsible for exceeding our customers' expectations by delivering Pawsitively Outrageous Service throughout the store, ensuring that you always deliver the very highest standard of pet care and build strong working relationships within the store team and with our customers. For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.petsathomejobs.com/search-jobs-and-apply/516677-part-timestore-colleague-16-hours

Part time Dog Groomer - Bedford As Dog Groomer you will be responsible for all aspects of pet grooming and you'll deliver the very highest standard of pet grooming. For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.petsathomejobs.com/search-jobs-and-apply/517462-part-time-dog-groomer16-hours

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

Smart Futures Paid Work Experience Programme Locations: Cambridge, Luton, London Smart Futures 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. Smart Futures can make you more employable, helping you with your next steps whether thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s university, college, an apprenticeship or a job. A mentor will support you throughout the ten months and advise you on one of the biggest career choices you will make: the first step in your working life. You will also be invited to a series of events throughout your final school year. For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.ey.com/uk/en/about-us/corporate-responsibility/ey-foundationsmart-futures

London Career Kick-Start Work Experience programme 2019 Closing date: 04 March 2019 Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner’s (BCLP) Career Kick-Start Work Experience programme is designed to provide Year 12 students with a real-life insight into what it’s like to work as a lawyer in London. Given the importance of work experience when striving for a career in the legal sector, this opportunity will be crucial in helping any aspiring lawyers succeed. The programme comprises two weeks as follows: Week One (29 July - 2 August) - A week at BCLP’s offices, gaining a real insight into what lawyers do on a daily basis via work shadowing and skills sessions to help you succeed. Week Two (5 August - 9 August) – A week visiting a different organisation each day in a variety of sectors including sports, financial services and media. During this week you will learn how law firms interact with their clients and the different roles for lawyers in these organisations. What will I gain?    

An understanding of what working as a lawyer in different organisations involves and the skills required. Practical advice for future job applications. Evidence for a future employer of your interest in and motivation to gain a role in the legal sector. Access to BCLP employees and client contacts while you are in the office and afterwards.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://bit.ly/2CMI85j

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

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/vacancies/currentvacancies/care-assistants/

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 /family_and_carers/shared_lives_bedford.aspx Or contact Sue Belton, Shared Lives Officer on 01234 228426 or sue.belton@bedford.gov.uk

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

IT Product Support Analyst – Trainee Salary range: 16K - £18K An excellent opportunity is available for a technology enthusiast looking for a new career in product support. Based out of our office in Luton, you will be part of a growing team providing technical support for digital dictation systems on behalf of a global manufacturer. This is a 1st line support role involving answering customer calls, responding to emails and ensuring that all case data is accurately logged into the CRM system. As an ideal candidate, you will be self-motivated and a logical thinker with the ability to investigate and resolve technical issues. You will also have good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to customers of varying IT literacy. Your daily responsibilities would include:   

Answering pre-sales and technical support queries via telephone and email. Accurate collection of customer information for entering into the CRM system. Processing orders for accessories and software licenses.

Experience of Windows client operating systems is required, and additional experience of server management or virtual platforms would be preferred. In-house training and support will be provided to ensure that you h ave every opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career. After gaining sufficient experience, you will become more involved with a number of technical projects including customer-side implementation, software testing, and product development. This is primarily an officebased role with some opportunities for national and international travel. For further information please visit: https://www.olympus.co.uk/site/en/a/audio_systems/professional_dictation/ This is

the Olympus website which shows the Audio products we support . https://opdsupport.com/ This is our support website which we have built and developed on behalf of Olympus Tokyo over a number of years and is used on a worldwide basis. 17

Required Skills / Qualifications     

Experience of Windows Client Operating Systems. 4 Grade A* - C GCSE’s, one of which must be an English qualification. Self-motivated and able to work to a deadline. Team player – Keeping the objective of the team and business in mind, providing assistance where possible. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Desirable Skills   

Experience or qualification in server management or virtual platf orms e.g. Citrix/VMware. Experience of working in a 1st/2nd line IT support or customer support capacity. Fluent in another European language.

Working Hours Monday to Friday 8.00am – 5.00pm. However, these hours could be flexible to fit around your current course and allowing you to complete your studies. Benefits    

Free car parking Free lunch on Friday’s Free refreshments 21 days holiday (including birthday) + national holidays

How to apply Please email your CV to Ann Powdrill at ann.powdrill@bes.solutions

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

Harrold Priory| Riverfield | Bedford | MK41 0SD

Part time Spa Therapists - Henlow Our therapists provide the highest standard of therapeutic, holistic and beauty treatments, providing a range of face, body, massage, nails, beauty services and electrical treatments. As a Champneys Therapist you will have a passion for wellbeing, and everything you do will be driven by a desire to exceed your guestsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; expectations. You will be offered excellent training and development to enhance your skills to ensure we provide our guests with the highest standards. If you can demonstrate excellent customer service and want to be part of the Champneys Family, we want to hear from you.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.champneys.com/aboutchampneys/careers/vacancies/resorts/henlow-vacancies/

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

This role maybe more suitable for our past students or those studying part time.

Chefs - Stevington Chefs needed for an exciting site in North Beds gaining a formidable reputation on the independent restaurant scene. Since itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opening last year The Red Lion Stevington has the area buzzing with its robust, unpretentious cooking which celebrates the talents of local suppliers. The food offer is simple, fresh and evolves with the seasons and month. We make everything in house were possible so chefs need to be competent in all areas of the kitchen and happy to work with a small team.

This is a unique opportunity for both experienced chefs looking for a chance to shine and ambitious trainees/recent graduates looking to work with a management team who are passionate about food and providing a fabulous experience for diners. The property had been closed for seven years and has undergone extensive refurbishment, to create a brand new look gastro pub with rooms (no breakfast). The food operation is Wednesday evening to Sunday lunch and based on an attractive 45 hour week, there is also a competitive pay scale in place and plus bonus, tips, pension and holiday.

For more information and to apply please contact alex@redlionstevington.co.uk

Part time Front of House - Stevington Dynamic and charismatic front of house staff needed for an exciting site in North Beds gaining a formidable reputation in the independent restaurant scene. Since opening last year The Red Lion Stevington has the area buzzing with its robust, unpretentious cooking which celebrates the talents of local suppliers. This is an exciting opportunity for professional waiters and bar staff looking for a chance to shine and to work with a management team who are passionate about food and providing a superb dining experience.

The property had been closed for seven years and has undergone extensive refurbishment, to create a brand new loom gastro pub with rooms (no breakfast). The food operation is Wednesday evening to Sunday lunch and there is also a competitive pay scale in place and plus bonus, tips and holiday.

For more information and to apply please contact alex@redlionstevington.co.uk

Part time Bar Staff â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bedford & St Neots Part time Kitchen Staff - Biggleswade We are looking for people with excellent customer service skills, who go out of their way to help our customers and are friendly, smiley and sociable.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.jdwetherspooncareers.co.uk/careercenter/vacancySearch.php

Part time Restaurant Customer Service Assistant We are looking for part time Customer Service Assistants to join our busy restaurant team at Frosts Garden Centre, Willington. The job role entails serving customers, food and coffee preparation, cash handling, some housekeeping and running your section to ensure business runs smoothly throughout the course of the day.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.frostsgardencentres.co.uk/blog/careers/restaurant-customer-serviceassistant-2

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

Chef â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bedford New cafe style restaurant linked with art gallery opening early February. Basic cooking helpful but will be taught. Must have enthusiasm.

For more information please call Simon Gillett on 07952 350842

Housekeeping – Woburn Forest • Seasonal Bed makers – part time - £7.95 per hour (fixed term Easter holidays) • Cleaner (Nights) – full time - £7.95 per hour, rising to £8.75 • Smoke Detector Checker – part time - £7.95 per hour • Health and Safety Checker – part time - £7.95 per hour • Housekeeper – 74 or 92 hours per Apply online at www.centerparcscareers.co.uk

Seasonal Front of House Service Assistant - Italy 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 as well as in-depth training and knowledge from both the owners of the hotel. 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 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. 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. 24

 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  High sense of responsibility  Hard-working To apply please provide your CV to Madeline@hotelleone.it including a statement why you think you should be considered and are suitable for this position and why you are interested in working in a hotel/restaurant.

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

Gardens Experience Programme Closing date: 24 March 2019 We have three exciting placement opportunities available assisting primarily within the Woburn Abbey Gardens, with scope to assist within other areas of The Estate; such as the Woburn Safari Park animal enclosures and foot safari areas, Woburn Golf Club amenity areas, the Woburn Hotel grounds, Woburn Village High Street and London Estate (Bloomsbury). The placements will require you to be hands-on assisting with a wide range of horticultural tasks gaining valuable experience from our knowledgeable team, assisting with onsite events, i.e. the Garden Show and night work for the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s British golf open. You may also be given the opportunity to manage and deliver a small project. For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.woburn.co.uk/job-vacancies/vacancies/?cat=allvacancies&type=horticulture-green-keeping&info=FEB20199234

Part time Outdoor Plant Assistant - Willington We have an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about plants to join our Outdoor Plant Area team at Frosts Willington. The successful candidate will have excellent horticultural knowledge and previous experience working within a gardening sector, and a genuine passion for plants. You will ideally have a qualification in horticulture. For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.frostsgardencentres.co.uk/blog/careers/customer-serviceassistant-outdoor-plant-area

Part time Gardening and Landscaping opportunities Positions currently available for both tree surgery and garden design and landscaping parts of the business. I am looking for a very conscientious person who is keen to learn, and wishes to undertake work to very high standard. Initially the role would be 2 to 3 days a week on a selfemployed basis with more work available for the right person. We undertake work for clients who have had their gardens designed by Award winning designers, so attention to detail is a must, as is an extremely polite and professional mannerism. Please visit our website at www.urbanrurallandscapes.co.uk For more information and to apply please call Colin Crane on 07976 824137

Part time Assistant Gardener Required This is a permeant position for a large mature and beautiful garden in Ickwell Bedfordshire. Some experience required, this is an opportunity to develop your skills working alongside two very experienced gardeners, and become part of the team. General garden duties: weeding/edging/mulching/tidying/watering/hanging container and basket maintenance. Working hours: Friday 8.30am-4.30pm extra hrs by arrangement. Remuneration: Generous for the right candidate and subject to experience. To apply for this opportunity and then arrange a visit to the garden to see the working environment. Please Call: John or Nita Williams 01767 627744 or /07831 095709

Part time Gardener Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a sole trader and looking to employ a gardener. Work is based In Eversholt Bedfordshire. Part time with the potential to become full time for the right candidate. Ideal candidate will have some education in horticulture, willing to work, works well in a small team, good listener and willing to learn on the job. To more information please email Tom Sibley at Tsibleyhorticulture@gmail.com

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

Gardener â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Southill House, Bedfordshire A talented Gardener is required for Southill House in Bedfordshire to help to care for the 18 acres gardens and grounds surrounding Southill House, which includes extensive lawns, shrubberies, a conservatory, an environmentally controlled glasshouse and kitchen garden. The successful candidate will be a team player, reliable, and trustworthy. The candidate will have: RHS level 2 qualification or equivalent with a few years' experience and good plant knowledge. Reporting to the Head Gardener, you will be happy to accept and follow instructions as well as being able to use your own initiative. The successful applicant must have a full driving licence and it would be advantageous if they held a PA1 and PA6 qualification. The hours of work are 7:30am-4:30pm with a rota weekend watering duty in the Summer. Please apply by sending a cover letter and Curriculum Vitae to The Estate Office, Southill Park, Southill, Biggleswade, Beds, SG18 9LJ, email enquiries@southillestate.co.uk telephone 01462 813209.

Part time Gardener – Bedford We are landscape gardeners based in Bedford and are looking for a member to join our team. We do all sorts of work from regular maintenance to grounds maintenance plus landscaping projects. We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our team. The requirements for this role are:  General gardening maintenance work  Have a knowledge of operating machinery including lawn mowers and strimmer’s  The landscaping side would be general labouring, patio driveway work, construction of fences  General maintenance work of rugby pitches under supervision  Good communication skills Hours of work are negotiable. Wages are based on experience and knowledge. Need someone who is conscientious, proactive, with attention to detail and has a good basic knowledge in this field of work. More information on the company can be found on my website www.landscapegardenerbedford.co.uk To apply please email your CV to Chris Ashworth at carashwrth@aol.com

through the dealer network. Working at Kramp means working with more than 3000 international colleagues and despite our size we have retained a strong family culture which is warm, friendly and informal. As a successful local business we are keen to employ warehouse operatives (minimum age 18) who are: • looking for regular, full time or part time work between now and September 2019 typically working afternoons or/and evenings, or • not necessarily looking for full time, long term or even regular employment but who have the flexibility to work as and when required at short notice, again in the afternoon and evening In return you will receive a competitive salary, above minimum wage. You will be fully trained and treated as one of our own, so if you are interested please get in touch by sending your contact details and quoting “Warehouse Operative Casual” to HR.UK@Kramp.com

Harvest Position at J.A.Shaw & Partners J.A.Shaw & Partners is a 3,400 acre arable farm, with a small flock of Texel sheep, situated on the Bedfordshire/Hertfordshire border. Three harvest students are required from July to September. The job will involve driving current up-to-date John Deere’s in the role of corn carting from a Claas Lexion 780 combine and some light cultivation work. The successful candidates will be expected to carry out tasks on their own and work well as part of a team. A full driving license, forklift certificate (not critical) and non-smokers are preferred. Accommodation and evening meals are provided with good wages. To apply please send a covering letter and CV to: henrythomasshaw@btinternet.com Or contact Henry Shaw: 07990 632309 or 01582 883498 for more information.

Harvest / Holiday Work We have a vacancy for a summer student/ college leaver for the 2019 hay making and harvest. We are a small but busy mixed arable, grass and livestock farm in Henlow with an Equine hay and straw delivery business. Duties would include driving modern John Deere and Fendt tractors with GPS and JCB Telehandlers for tedding, raking, bale wrapping, bale carting and stacking, along with grain carting and cultivations. Yard duties would be daily servicing of machines and helping with hay and straw deliveries and feeding cattle. We are looking for a keen and enthusiastic person to join our team with possible permanent employment for the right candidate as our business is constantly expanding. We work Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Saturday, with long hours at peak times. Salary based on age and experience. Candidates must have their own transport, car licence, tractor driving experience, telehandler certificate an advantage but not essential. In addition there will be opportunities to do some work in the Christmas and Easter holidays and some Saturday mornings.

Please contact Mark Cooper, Director, Old Manor Farm Ltd with your CV and skills at info@oldmanorfarm.com

Harvest Work 2019 - Alswick Hall Farms, Buntingford We require two students to work with us during harvest 2019 from mid-July to September, the dates are flexible to fit in with your term times. We are an all arable farm producing milling wheat, oats, peas and green covers at present over an area of 1110 hectares with modern well maintained machinery. The employment would involve general harvest practice of grain cart and following on to assist with post-harvest cultivations.

For further information and to apply please contact Ian Gray on 07711 210635. 33

Harvest work Closing date for all applications: 1st April 2019 We are currently looking to recruit harvest workers to join our business on a full time temporary basis through the harvest time (start June/July finish September / October). There are various roles within the company available including Grain Sampling and Laboratory Work. These jobs are an ideal opportunity for anyone studying agriculture or interested in an agriculture career, to work for the UK’s leading crop production and grain marketing business. Various locations are available around the country please enquire for details. No experience is required for in either role, full training will be given prior to commencing work. Grain Sampling All candidates will be required to perform physical manual labour in collecting the grain samples; the role also includes driving to various locations on a daily basis. Key responsibilities will include;     

To work with the sample line manager to ensure the smooth running of all sampling requests To arrange appointments with farms prior to sampling To accurately sample bulk grain and pulses Ensure accurate completion of all paperwork Adhoc duties as required

Summer Laboratory Work The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail and good communication skills and a flexible attitude towards their work. Basic IT skills and the ability to work as part of a small team are essential. Working weekends and overtime as and when required. Key responsibilities will include; Weighbridge operations, to include the use of load samplers. Testing a variety of different cereals, oil seeds, pulses, animal feed and recording results correctly and clearly.  Ensuring quality is monitored for all grain intake/out loading.  Accurate record keeping through both paper and digital methods.  

For further information please email Alison.webb@frontierag.co.uk

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

Part time Sales Assistant – Bedford Closing date: 4 March 2019 Our colleagues are at the heart of our business and we’re looking for hard working and energetic people who are passionate about our customers and the products we sell. We want you to thrive in a positive and productive environment. For more information and to apply please visit: https://jobs.gooutdoors.co.uk/site/viewvacancies.cfm?ID=517142&mid=496&m id=496

Part time Service Assistants Locations: Bedford, Kettering, Luton, Letchworth Garden City, Milton Keynes As a Service Assistant you’ll give our customers first-class service. Whether you’re looking to work in a company where there’s scope to progress, or get your foot on the retail ladder, we’ve got the opportunity for you. It’ll be fast. It’ll be challenging. But it’ll also be rewarding. For more information and to apply please visit: https://jobs.screwfix.com/search-jobs?orgIds=929&acm=33138

Store Assistants Locations: lots of local opportunities 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 37

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 Customer Sales Consultants  Part time Sales/Support Colleague 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: lots of local opportunities Various shifts and hours available, including just weekends and evenings. 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 Hitchin Luton Arndale

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

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

Part time Spa Attendant - Henlow Champneys Henlow is coming to the end of a beautiful multi million pound refurbishment and we are looking for a passionate and friendly Spa Attendant to join the Champneys family. You will be responsible for the smooth running of the poolside area to ensure our guests are relaxing in a clean and safe environment. Duties will include the clearing of leftover towels to ensure guests have beds readily available to them should they require one, you will ensure the poolside area is kept clear of excess water and that all public and changing areas are tidy and pleasant for our guests to use at all times.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.champneys.com/aboutchampneys/careers/vacancies/resorts/henlow-vacancies/ 40

Ski and Snowboard Instructor Internships The EA Ski and Snowboard instructor internship positions for 2019 and 2020 are now open for applications at all locations in Europe, the USA, New Zealand, Canada and Japan. These instructor internships provide full training, accommodation, exams, lift passes and a guaranteed job offer at the end. Students that are over the age of 18 by November 2019 and are considering a career in the snow industry should get in touch with our experienced training consultants to discuss their training, visa and working options. The courses with Educating Adventures have been in operation at over 30 resorts around the world for 10 years, and with a 99% pass rate maintained each season AND the guaranteed job offer, it is a great career pathway program. Program Requirements: 

Intermediate to advanced skiing or snowboarding ability

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Genuine interest in snow sports

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Positive attitude and good work ethic

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Ability to work as part of a team

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As of 18 years of age by November 2019

For more information and to apply please visit: https://easkiandsnowboard.com/

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

Temporary or casual Warehouse Operatives Local employer looking for temporary or casual Warehouse Operatives for the afternoon or evening – No experience necessary. All applicants are welcome as long as you are over 18 years old. Kramp UK are looking for Casual Warehouse operatives (pickers and packers) to work in our Warehouse on Stratton Business Park in Biggleswade. The Kramp Group is the leading European distributor of Spare Parts to the Agricultural, Forest/Grasscare and OEM markets through the dealer network. Working at Kramp means working with more than 3000 international colleagues and despite our size we have retained a strong family culture which is warm, friendly and informal. As a successful local business we are keen to employ warehouse operatives (minimum age 18) who are: • looking for regular, full time or part time work between now and September 2019 typically working afternoons or/and evenings, or • not necessarily looking for full time, long term or even regular employment but who have the flexibility to work as and when required at short notice, again in the afternoon and evening In return you will receive a competitive salary, above minimum wage. You will be fully trained and treated as one of our own, so if you are interested please get in touch by sending your contact details and quoting “Warehouse Operative Casual” to HR.UK@Kramp.com

Volunteering 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

Email: nikki.mencapplayscheme@gmail.com

Phone (between 5-8pm): 07863 553857

Bedford Mencap Play Scheme are looking for volunteers! We are a play scheme that support children aged 4-18 who present with Special Educational Needs (SEN). We need volunteers (aged 14+) like you to help the children have a fun and enjoyable summer in a safe environment. Our play scheme is running from 23rd July - 8th August 2019, at St Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s School, Kempston, Bedford. 45

If you are interested, or want to find out more please email or phone Nikki (details above). Please also visit our Facebook page, search â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bedford Mencap Playschemeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to see photos of the children, activities we do, and get more general information.

We are a local Bedford charity looking for volunteers. We are Friends of Refugees and are currently hoping to find people who would be willing to help us with supporting young (under 18), unaccompanied refugees and asylum seekers to develop language skills or friendship and plan and participate in social events. There are currently 30 refugee children under the age of 18 living in Bedford and a further 20 in the 18 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 25 year age group. All of these young people have been exposed to a series of traumatic experiences including the circumstances which forced them to leave their countries of origin and distressing journeys, leaving them constantly at risk of exploitation and abuse. We have found that often, the young people do not get the best access to all that they need once they arrive in the UK. We hope to bridge this gap and help to adjust to life in the UK. We already know that by exposure to English speakers and social activities, these young people do so much better than they would if left alone and we are hoping that your students might be able to offer their time to help out! Donation Sorters We receive lots of generous donations and send loads of clothes, blankets and other items to refugee camps. However, we need to sort it into what is useful for the location it's headed to. We hold regular sorting days where we all get together and make up hundreds of boxes to send. The days are lots of fun and productive, packing up items that we know will make a difference. We usually 46

do these sorts every couple of months and need all hands on deck to help, so if you have an afternoon to spare once in a while, this role is for you!

Interpreters Imagine being somewhere where you can't communicate. You can't tell someone what's wrong or what you need. Pretty awful, right? That's where you come in! Do you speak Arabic? If so, we need a bank of people who could help as and when needed to assist in translating leaflets, or speaking to refugees and us to help better determine what we can do. We would love to have a group of people we could call on when needed to help out, so not a regular every week commitment, just what you can do, when you can!

Event Helpers We run regular events to raise money to help local refugees. This can be anything from a pub quiz to a market stall to a gala dinner. We need people to help out in various ways, you might be helping to advertise the event, fundraising, asking people for donations, serving food, hosting a quiz... this is a varied role and you could pick and choose what you want to help out with depending on your likes and availability. If you have ideas for other events too, we'd love to hear from you! For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.friendsofrefugees.org.uk

We also have opportunities for under 18s with this group and with our new Junior Language CafĂŠ. 53

Event Supporter - we hold events every other month for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. They take place on either a Thursday, Friday or Saturday night. The events are usually either nightclub, gig or karaoke and are held in premises with full licenses. Volunteers will be expected to not drink alcohol throughout the evening. Volunteers may mingle or dance with the attendees, they may help as a steward and ensure that everyone enters the event in a safe manner. Volunteers and members are all there to have fun and a large part of the role is ensuring that everyone is having fun in a safe way. Performing Arts Centre Volunteer - we run a performing arts centre on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday daytime. We have 2 bands, a live internet radio show, we are currently working on a musical and we do arts and crafts. We are always looking for volunteers who have an interest in any of the above to get involved.

For more information and to apply for the above opportunities please visit www.livingitupevents.co.uk or contact Fizz Heseltine at livingitupinfo@gmail.com 57

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

School and College Leaver Events March 2019 Careers in Chartered Accountancy Locations: Cambridge, Milton Keynes and St Albans Come along to our upcoming events for school and college leavers to discover how a career in chartered accountancy is more than you’d imagine. You’ll hear expert advice from ICAEW’s Student Recruitment team, trainee and qualified chartered accountants, and both local and national employers, helping you to deepen your understanding about chartered accountancy. Find out about the opportunities available locally and gain first hand insight into the career and how to succeed in the recruitment process. You’ll also hear about the different routes available to those wishing to become a chartered accountant, whether that’s starting straight from school; through school leaver and apprenticeship programmes, or after university as a graduate.

For more information and to book please visit: https://bit.ly/2RRcLRp

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

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