Jobs & Opportunities Bulletin 2 (Nov16)

BULLETIN

THE

JOBS AND

OPPORTUNITIES November 2016 Second Edition

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

To see all our latest opportunities please visit the Job Shop website at: http://www.yourspaceonline.net/find-a-job (Select Bedford College Job Shop from the drop down)

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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  Beauty Therapists  Guest Services Assistant  Housekeeping Assistants/Cleaners  Housekeeper/Cleaners  Housekeeping Assistant Supervisor  Housekeeping Supervisor  Spa Lifeguard  Mini Bus Driver  Window Cleaner/Housekeeper  Guest Services Assistant  Retail Assistants  Security Officer  Spa Laundry Assistant  Spa Superviser

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. Please mention in your application that you are a Bedford College student as this will ensure that your application is looked at through the agreement the Job Shop has with Center Parcs.

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

Part time Sales Adviser Christmas temp

Bedford Closing date: 2 December 2016 For more information and to apply please visit: https://debenhams.taleo.net/careersection/ext/jobsearch.ftl#

Christmas Temp – Huntingdon We are always looking for great talent over the Christmas period and you'll need to show that you can be the best and be part of a team which strives to be at the heart of the gaming community and industry, delivering for customers, teams and suppliers alike.

Every role offers great opportunities. You will be involved in shaping the future of GAME and work for a company that recognises the expertise and value of our people.

Our Opportunity: Think you've got more speed than Sonic? More helpful than Navi?

Just as much knowledge as Cortana? Then this could be the job for you!

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

Part time Seasonal Customer Service Assistants – Willington We are looking for friendly and outgoing people with a positive and flexible approach to work, as well as excellent communication skills.

Duties will include till operation, providing our customers with outstanding customer service and general retail housekeeping. Previous experience within a retail environment would be an advantage.

Flexibility will be required to work alternate weekends and some Bank Holidays.

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

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Luton and Bedford  Part time Temporary Store Colleagues  Part time Temporary Sales Consultants For more information and to apply please visit:

https://careers.dixonscarphone.com/christmas-temp-jobs

Recruiting now for Christmas Casuals Are you looking for part time work over the Christmas period?

We are looking for a team of enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking casuals to join us during the party season as Waiting Assistants in our restaurants and banquet rooms, Bar staff, Housekeeping and Cleaners.

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

Christmas Support Team     

Bedford Midland Road Bedford Interchange Hitchin Luton Arndale, Luton Retail Park Milton Keynes, Kingston

Closing date: 3 December 2016 For more information and to apply please visit:

http://careers.next.co.uk/vacancies#/Search

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Part time Christmas Temp - Luton As part of our dedicated team of Consultants you will offer expert advice to our customers and provide an inspirational insight into The Body Shop products and philosophy. You will get to learn the products, their origins and proactively engage with customers to experience a range that suits their preferences and lifestyle.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://career.loreal.com/TBScareers/SearchJobsRetail/?3_108_3=%22621825%22&3_34_3=%2217971%22

Part time Sales Assistant (Christmas Temp) Bedford We are recruiting for a Part Time Sales Assistant for the Apricot concession in Bedford Beales. Contracted to 10 hours per week; candidates must be flexible with working days, including weekends. The role is to start in the middle of December and end at the end of December 2016. The role will involve:     

Working within a store team.

Commercially aware.

Motivated to provide excellent customer service.

Strong product knowledge.

Attention to detail.

We are looking for candidates with a positive attitude, motivated to work as part of a strong team and an interest in womenswear retail.

The Brand Apricot is a unique and growing women's fashion brand making hot new trends affordable for everyone. All of Apricot's clothing and accessory pieces are lovingly made using our in-house designs coupled with great fabrics from around the world. As a brand, Apricot was born in 2007 and aim to produce beautiful clothing collections that appeal to both mother & daughter, which can be styled up or down to suit individual tastes. Bringing something fresh and new to the high street and fashion e-tailing, Apricot aspires to deliver what every woman's wardrobe needs…from well produced staples, through to limited edition and trend-led fashion pieces.

For more information and to apply please visit:

http://www.indeed.co.uk/cmp/Apricot/jobs/Sales-Assistant9cf21ef1a1e3e22b?q=part+time 6

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 7

Apprenticeships Start date: September 2017 Vehicle Maintenance Apprenticeship – Northampton, Milton Keynes, Hemel Hempstead Advanced Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship - Peterborough Operations Management Programme - Hatfield Technology Data Analyst Apprenticeship – Milton Keynes Technology Software Developer Apprenticeship – Milton Keynes Technology Business Analyst Apprenticeship – Milton Keynes For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.royalmailgroup.com/careers/apprenticeships

Broadcast & Communications BEng (Hons) Engineering Higher Apprenticeship – Industry Sponsored Degree Apprenticeship start date: September 2017 Closing date for applications: 6 January 2017 Salary: BBC Apprentices start on £12,500 (£17,015 including London weighting). There are annual increments.

An industry-designed three year Broadcast and Communications Engineering apprenticeship where you work towards a BBC-funded BEng (Hons) degree. This is delivered in a block release at university while also undertaking industry work placements with the BBC and other UK-based broadcast and technology organisations.

What you need to apply: The scheme is open to anyone who is 18 at time of commencing employment in September 2017 (You can start applying at 17+).  

You need a minimum of 120 UCAS (2017 Tariff) Credits which must include maths and another science (or equivalent), or 120 UCAS credits undertaking a BTEC or City and Guilds Extended qualification in Electronics, Computer Science or other relevant technology based qualification.

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For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.live.bbc.co.uk/careers/trainee-schemes-andapprenticeships/technology/techapprenticeship

Broadcast & Communications Operator Apprenticeship Apprenticeship start date: September 2017 Closing date for applications: 6 January 2017 Salary: BBC Apprentices start on £12,500 (£17,015 including London weighting). There are annual increments An industry-designed 22 month Broadcast and Communications Operator Apprenticeship. Level 3 Extended City & Guilds in Digital Technology fully funded by the BBC. Delivered as block release at our partner college whilst undertaking work placements across BBC broadcast and production technical and operational teams.

What you need to apply: The scheme is open to anyone who is 18+ at time of commencing employment in September 2017 (You can start applying at 17+).   

We require at least 5 GCSE (Nationals) at grades A*-C or equivalent (including Maths and English/Welsh/Gaelic, as well as a relevant Science (like Physics or Computer Sciences).

There is no upper age limit and we would welcome applications from those have been working in a similar role Please note we are unable to accept applications from those who already hold a degree, HNC, HND or equivalent.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.bbc.co.uk/careers/trainee-schemes-andapprenticeships/technology/broadcast-operator

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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: 30 November 2016 Scheme start date: March 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 in March 2017 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, careeradvancing 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 be 18 by 1st April 2017 to apply and have 4 GCSE’s (or equivalent) at Grade A*- C in English, Maths, Science or Engineering and 1 other subject.

If you have any questions please post them on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/networkrailadvancedapprenticeship For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.networkrail.co.uk/careers/schemes/students-and-graduates/advancedapprenticeship-scheme/

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

MOBILE FARM ASSISTANT We are looking to recruit a Mobile Farm Assistant on a 7 week contract role from Feb 28th – April 13th 2017.

Days to be worked are Tue, Thu & Friday.

Fridays 7am – 5pm (times may vary some days +/-30mins) Travel as part of a team to venue and assist teaching staff with setting up mobile farm & handling livestock - Full training will be given.

DBS Checks will be undertaken as role involves working with children. £180 - £240 p/w inc bonus.

Need to be reliable, physically fit and comfortable working with animals & children.

On site weeknight accommodation available (Sun - Thu nights)

To apply please contact Fraser Bairstow, Operations Director on Tel: 01234 771212 or by Email: fraser@arkfarm.co.uk

Farm Manager (Part time) The school has a small farm, restored to operation about four or five years ago. It is hugely popular with students as a club, and is now, for the first time, being used as a teaching facility for new Key Stage 4 (GCSE level) rural courses. The first of these, BTEC Animal Care launched this September.

The farm currently has three sheep, about thirty chickens, and five guinea pigs. It has had several pigs in the past, and may add a donkey or goat or two in the near future.

The buildings comprise of purpose built sties, a classroom, office, and stores. There is also a small agricultural area, with crop growing large poly tunnels, and a wildlife pond.

The farm is a source of pride and real passion for the school, and due to a recent retirement we now have a need for a part-time Farm Manager to ensure that it is run professionally and reliably, with the animals welfare fully met along with all relevant legislation and good practice.

We have two part-time helpers, and a teacher who provides a great deal of support as well as delivering the course.

Etonbury Academy has a very strong team ethos, and staff and students are immensely supportive of each other and the school.

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Hours and times can be very flexible as to fit around your needs and other commitments.

Some of the key roles and responsibilities we have identified are:

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Regular physical checks of livestock Cleaning out livestock areas Monitoring and replenishing stock levels.

Completion of all DEFRA related paperwork Adhere to and implement health and safety procedures Have knowledge of bird and sheep welfare Comply with strict hygiene standards Provide cover where necessary

You will need to have demonstrable relevant experience of farm management, and a willingness and enthusiasm to nurture and develop our school farm.

This is a paid position with BEST Multi-academy Trust staff benefits.

For more information please visit www.etonbury.org.uk For an informal chat and a visit to the school please contact Doreen Facey-Rose: Dfacey-rose@bestacademies.org.uk or telephone 01462 730391

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

Medical Typist and Healthcare Administrator (Bank) – Bedford Closing date: December 2016 BMI Healthcare’s Manor Hospital has a vacancy for a Medical Typist and Health First Administrator (Bank) to join their team of staff in the Medical Administration Department.

This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://bmihealthcarejobs.co.uk/vacancies/

Part time Assistant Registration Officer (Electoral Registration) Salary: £14,771- £15,238 pro rata per annum (plus living wage supplement as appropriate) Hours: Part time, 19 hours per week (3 days a week)

Electoral Registration doesn't just happen before General Elections. Day in and day out we deal with people moving into, within and out of the Borough, who reach the qualifying age, who gain British Citizenship, change their name etc. And electors change their voting arrangements and opt into or out of the Open Register throughout the year. It is a busy office and it is vital that we offer prompt services and responses to our residents. If you can rise to these challenges then this is the job for you.

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

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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-schoolleavers/ey-foundation-smart-futures/

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FINANCE OFFICER Closing Date: 5pm 21 November 2016

Interviews: w/c 28 November 2016

Part-Time (15 hours over 3 days) Autism Bedfordshire is an independent charity that provides a range of services to reduce social isolation and improve the quality of life for children, young people and adults with autism and their families in Bedfordshire.

We are looking for a self-motivated, organised, and enthusiastic Finance Officer. Based in our offices in Bedford you will provide financial support to ensure the efficient running of the organisation.

You will have two years relevant experience using Sage Line 50 or a similar accounting package.

Good communication skills, the ability to prioritise tasks and keep accurate records are essential. Experience or knowledge of autism is desirable.

You will be educated to A-Level standard or equivalent and ideally be working towards an AAT qualification in accounting.

Main duties include: entering supplier invoices/ expenses; raising ad-hoc customer invoices; assisting in reconciling the bank accounts; paying suppliers in a timely manner, and entering the payment onto Sage; processing the group returns in a timely manner; monthly entering the employees payroll payments; monthly analysis of the debtors and creditors; Gift Aid analysis; entering journals into Sage; maintaining accurate petty cash records and ensuring that the petty cash is counted and reconciled on a monthly basis; provide a clear and transparent audit trail at all times.

Salary in the range £17,706 – £19,750 pro rata, plus stakeholder pension. This is a part-time post working 15 hours per week spread over 3 days between the hours of 9.00am and 3.00pm.

For more information and to apply please download an application form and further details from our website: http://www.autismbedfordshire.net/currentvacancies/ If you have any questions please email recruitment@autismbeds.org or call the Autism Bedfordshire office on 01234 214871.

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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/

This vacancy is more suited to our ex-students.

Recruiting now for Winter 2016 Please click onto http://www.workaseason.com/work-for-us/winterjobs/childcare/childcare-jobs/nanny/ for any students looking to join our overseas team this winter.

The application is here; http://recruit.workaseason.com/ Anyone who would prefer to email their CV directly can do so by sending it to this address - apply@workaseason.com Wishing students luck with their application and we hope we see many of them on the slopes with us this winter!

Don’t forget to mention that you have studied at Bedford College as this will ensure you are offered an interview.

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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 07734220745, or email navita@doctors.net.uk

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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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Merry Poppets Nursery – recruiting now Closing date: 9 December 2016 We are currently recruiting for a range of roles with various hours/shifts (minimum of 25hrs a week) available across all our settings; Flitwick, Westoning and RAF Henlow.

You will be working with the children supervising meal times, planning activities, and general duties working with children.

NVQ Level 2/3 would be desirable but is not essential as full training will be given.

Positions are available working with all age groups.

For more information and to apply please call 01462 850242 or email merrypoppets1@gmail.com

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

Teaching Assistants (1:1 Support) Closing date: 21 November 2016

Interview Date: 25 November 2016

32.5 hours per week term-time only Level 2b point 11 - 14 £15,507 - £16,481 (Pro rata) Level 3a point 15 - 18 £16,772 - £17, 891 (Pro rata) We are looking to appoint a number of Teaching Assistants (1:1 Support) to join our team and to be part of our vision for an outstanding school. The role involves supporting pupils with special educational needs, including working with pupils with additional medical needs across all year groups within the school. We require NVQ Level 2 and NVQ Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistants with a commitment to helping all children progress.

The successful candidates may be required to move through the school with the child and will be required to ensure that every effort is made to ensure the child can access and is included in all curriculum elements.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.kingsoakprimary.co.uk/vacancies/4584180143

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

Support workers – Bedford The Rhema Projects are currently seeking staff for four residential homes for children displaying challenging behaviours, in Bedford. We provide support services for young people to enable successful independent living.

We are urgently seeking staff to cover the Christmas period and into the New Year.

Night Shift Support Worker (Bank) We are looking for night shift workers to work on a casual and bank basis across Bedford. The ideal candidate should hold at least six months experience in a health and social care related field. If you are an empathetic, caring person with good people skills looking to work a minimum of 2 nights a week please read on.

There are two night shift options available both at different rates of pay.

The Waking Night is paid at £7.75per hour      

To carryout various duties whilst service users are asleep To engage with young people throughout the night if they are unable to sleep To support service users with any needs during the night To think effectively on your own and make decisions where necessary To follow out of hours procedures if applicable To ensure service users are safeguarded on site

Sleep-in is paid at a set rate per night   

To be on site whilst service users are sleeping To be alert and prepared for situations that may arise To ensure service users are safeguarded on site

Further Information: The work operates on a 24 hour rota system, which includes weekends, evenings and bank holidays.

Support Worker We are currently searching for Support Workers to join our team. If you are a individual who has experience in working with children and young people and have provided direct support then we would love to hear from you. The ideal candidate would have a minimum of three years experience working in a social care setting. If you have skills in managing challenging behaviour and display skills in resiliency you would be well suited to this position.

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- Building a rapport with service users - Being committed to the achievement and development of service users - Following safeguarding and child protection procedures - Completing daily logs and monthly reports - Sharing information and liaising with external agencies This position is paid at an hourly rate which is dependent upon experience but ranges from ÂŁ8.00-ÂŁ10.00. There are a variety of shifts available however flexibility is key and a willingness to work antisocial hours is essential. If you have life experience, go the extra mile for individuals and would like to make a difference, please apply today.

Salary: ÂŁ8.00 per hour

Part time On Call Support Worker We are looking for experienced care professionals to assist us with 'On Call' duties in the evenings and nights. The ideal candidate would be available for 2-3 nights per week Monday Sunday, 10pm-8am. This may include working bank holidays. There is a competitive rate per night plus an hourly rate when required to respond to On Call situations/matters.

You should hold a relevant social care qualification or hold at least 3 years support work experience (or similar). You should be familiar and comfortable with advising colleagues and or external bodies in emergency situations and/or incidents. You will be required to take calls from home and answer immediately in a confidential area of your home and respond within a reasonable time. You will be required to log all situations and share information accordingly.

You should be familiar with Safeguarding and Health & Safety processes in relation to working with children and young people in the care setting.

For more information and to apply for any of the above vacancies please submit your CV to Shannon Cahill recruitment@therhemaprojects.org

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Construction and Building Services The Job Shop would be happy to support you with your application for any of these vacancies.

Part time Retail Assistants – Milton Keynes and Cambridge As our first point of contact for our customers you will be working in a trade counter environment; you will support the management team in providing a great customer experience, getting involved in all aspects of the store operation from front end trade counter sales to warehousing and stock management.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://vacancies.toolstationjobs.com/site/

Part time Painter and Decorator – Milton Keynes As a Painter, you are responsible for carrying out daily maintenance and repairs to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A Painter will also be required to retouch maintain tools and equipment, and ensure all work complies with company standards. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:      

Carry out daily maintenance and repairs Paint and decorate in the hotel Ensure wallpapering is executed properly Ensure all duties comply with hotel/company workmanship standards and Health and Safety standards Examine finished surfaces of work pieces and retouch any defective areas Maintain tools and equipment, using solvents, brushes, and rags

For more information and to apply please visit: http://bit.ly/2focwFM

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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.

Part time Powder Painter Operators – Future Automation Ltd, Bedford Duties:     

Lifting machined assemble parts Powder painting the assemble parts Using different powder paint colours Working in a clean powder coating environment Maintaining all powder coat equipment that it is kept in a clean and functional condition for the morning shift operators.

Working a 20 hour part time week from 4pm-8pm, so must be able to work evenings.

For more information and to apply please contact: Graham Randall – graham@futureautomation.co.uk or 07870 785 659

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

Hair stylist - Shefford Qualified, Level 2 or 3. Full or part time hours (one late night with full time) Saturday's inclusive whether full or part time.

Good rates of pay with generous commission.

To apply please email or phone Rachel on 07500900981 or rachel061@hotmail.co.uk CV will be requested at time of interview.

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Part time role - Essence of Beauty (Bedford) Ltd I am looking for someone to support me on treatments whilst building the client base after just taking over the business.

You should ideally be qualified in body massage, facials, manicure and pedicure, eye treatments (Tinting and shaping) any additional qualifications are a bonus.

Working around your college hours, so can be discussed, but preference for a Friday evening, Saturday daytime, and a day in the week minimum 20 hours.

Pay is ÂŁ6.00 per hour or minimum wage according to age.

Duties: Clean down of treatment area, welcoming clients, patch tests, appointment setting, general washing of towels etc.

Start date is immediately. Paid monthly.

For more information and to apply please email: Sheralyn Gray at sheralyn@eobbedford.co.uk

Beauty Therapists Various hours/contracts available – Henlow, 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/

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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

Part time Skincare Specialist - Bedford Using your natural enthusiasm you will be responsible for raising awareness and selling the full range of Clarins products through a range of promotional activity and exceptional customer service. To be successful in this role you will need to be sales driven and have the ability to meet individual retail sales and service targets as well as working within a team. You will be provided with outstanding training to provide you with the necessary expertise helping you to achieve your successful career with us.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://careers.clarins.co.uk/Vacancies/Job/?jid=8177

Stylists – Harper Center, Bedford Please call into the salon for more information and to apply.

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Spa Therapist - Bedford The Lotus Spa at the Bedford Swan Hotel is recruiting for a Spa Therapist to work the following hours: Wednesday 4pm-8pm Friday 9.30am – 3pm Saturday 9.30am – 6pm Sunday 9.30am – 4pm (every other Sunday off) For more information and to apply please email: lotus.spa@bedfordswanhotel.co.uk

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

This vacancy is more suited to our ex-students.

Recruiting now for Winter 2016 Please click onto http://www.workaseason.com/work-for-us/winter-jobs/ if you are interested in joining our overseas team this winter.

The application is here; http://recruit.workaseason.com/ Anyone who would prefer to email their CV directly can do so by sending it to this address - apply@workaseason.com Wishing students luck with their application and we hope we see many of them on the slopes with us this winter!

Don’t forget to mention that you have studied at Bedford College as this will ensure you are offered an interview.

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MILLBROOK VENUES – Trainee Chef As part of our continuing commitment to the development of staff within our industry, we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and capable Trainee Chef to join our team at Millbrook. Working with our existing catering team, the successful applicant will become an integral part of our event delivery team helping to plan and deliver all aspects of Event catering for both internal and external clients in our unique venues. The role will comprise of assisting the head chef to prepare and cook agreed menus, assisting with client catering enquiries, helping to devise, cost and test new menus whilst providing catering support to the Event Management team and helping to maintain the high standards of client satisfaction that have become the norm for our business. Due to the nature of our service delivery, working times may vary from week to week and whilst there will be opportunities for overtime, these may be at short notice as driven by the demands of the business.

We are seeking a very capable individual to fill this position, who will see this as a logical first step on a career path within The Events Catering Industry. He or she will need to be passionate about our industry and flexible in their approach to work as the nature of the job often demands long and unsociable hours, including some weekend work.

This position offers day release training at a catering college in order that the candidate can obtain recognised qualifications within the hospitality industry.

For more information please contact: Saira Lawlor - Client Delivery Manager, Adecco Tel: 01582 427325 Mobile: 07827 230649 Email: saira.lawlor@vauxhall.co.uk

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

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Waiter/Waitress - Henlow We are looking for casual (0 – 20 hours per week) Waiter/Waitresses to provide and maintain an efficient and courteous service of food and beverage, to Champneys standards.

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

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Bedford High St Bedford Aspects Luton, George St Wyboston Hitchin Baldock Services Caxton, Nr St Neots

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

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

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

Part time Assistant Ranger – Dunstable With your endless passion for our work, you’ll help with the protection and care of habitats, wildlife, property and machinery, and your passion will inspire other to love this beautiful place as much as you do. We want you to engage with visitors, making time to talk to them, not rushing away to the next task. As an easily identifiable member of the Ranger team, on your best day you will be creating lasting memories for everyone.

So whether you’re maintaining our green spaces to assisting with guided visitor walks, through to delivering a wide range of engaging visitor experiences, no two days will be the same. You’ll also share and promote the work that we do here, ensuring special places like these are here to be both protected and enjoyed by everyone for ever. This will see you responding to queries and explaining the value of the work being undertaken.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://careers.nationaltrust.org.uk/OA_HTML/a/#/vacancy-detail/43998

Part time Temporary Customer Assistant Horticulture – Flitwick For more information and to apply please visit:

http://www.tesco-careers.com/apply.aspx

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

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

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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.

Casual Stage Technicians – on-going recruitment We require Casual Stage Technicians at all levels to assist in the provision of an efficient and effective service within the backstage and technical functions relating to the Gordon Craig theatre, Main Hall and Conference are. To assist in all aspects of backstage and technical functions for a show/ event.

Previous experience would be an advantage, but not essential.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://www.gordon-craig.co.uk/technical-information/recruitment/

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/?jobsearch=true&country=England&county=Bedfordshi re&keyword=&contractHours=Part+Time&contractType=&sector=&page=0

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Part time Retail Sales Assistants – St Neots and Huntingdon 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

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 Customer Assistants – various departments Locations: Bedford, Flitwick, Sandy, Shefford, St Neots Various shifts and hours available, including just weekends and evenings.

If you are interested in any of these vacancies please apply as soon as possible.

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

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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

Part time vacancies at the following stores:  Biggleswade  Fairfield Park  Bedford  Kempston For more information and to apply please visit: https://sainsburys.jobs/apply-choice

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Part time Cleaners required at the following stores:  Huntingdon  Letchworth Garden City Part time Customer Assistants required at the following stores    

Bedford Kempston Letchworth Garden City Wellingborough

For more information and to apply please visit: http://careers.lidl.co.uk/cps/rde/SID-2DEEA1C8-F37ACA09/career_lidl_uk/hs.xsl/retail-1673.htm

Temporary Part time Sales Assistants - Biggleswade Our Sales Advisors are fundamental to our business; they are the face of OUTFIT and therefore must be passionate, energetic, provide excellent customer service and must love fashion! Various contracts are available.

For more information and to apply please visit: http://bit.ly/2cTeqh8

Part Time Sales Assistant - Bedford  Flexibility and availability to work additional hours is desirable.  Previous retail sales experience advantageous.  Friendly with a commitment to excellence in customer service essential.

For more information and to apply please visit:

http://www.rymancareers.co.uk/current-opportunities to search for current vacancies and to download an application form, or drop CV in store.

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Part time General Assistant – Bedford, Riverfield Drive Please call into the branch for more information and to apply.

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 Fitness Instructor - Northampton As a Fitness Instructor, you are responsible for conducting fitness programs and assessments to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A Fitness Instructor would also be required to schedule adequate staff coverage.

Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:  Carry out fitness assessments on members as required  Conduct fitness programmes and inductions  Understand and advise members and guests on the correct usage of gym equipment  Ensure adequate coverage of the pool, gym and reception  Carry out regular pool tests  Maintain cleanliness of reception, changing rooms, pool side and gym facilities  Adhere to all health and safety regulations.  Promote the facilities to hotel residents and perspective members For more information and to apply please visit: http://bit.ly/2f1dACq

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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 – Bedford, Hitchin and 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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Voluntary Visitor Services Officer - Herons View Visitor Centre The Greensand Trust relies on the support of volunteers to provide visitor information and services to visitors to Rushmere Country Park.

The main responsibilitites of this role are to assist the Visitor Services Team to: • To engage with visitors ensuring they feel welcome and recognize how much we value their support. • Respond to visitor enquiries providing information and guidance to visitors, whilst also promoting the site and its activities • Process retail sales, parking, cycle and horse permit sales and donations The hours can be flexible and are managed on a rota system, working as part of a team of volunteers to provide visitor services whilst the centre is open. Relevant experience is helpful but not essential as training will be provided, however given the nature of the role it is essential that you have excellent communication skills and a positive and engaging attitude.

For more information and to apply please e-mail Kate at visitorservices@greensandtrust.org or Tel 01525 234260

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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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