Recruitment

CHEF/COOK REQUIRED Applicants must be: Experienced in a busy pub kitchen. Confident in their ability to manage a small team. Reliable and trustworthy. Able to comply with Health and Safety and food Hygiene regulations. In return we offer an excellent rate of pay working in a family run pub, with the opportunity of a performance bonus. To apply please call Sam 01747 830221 email: sam@thebenettarms-semley.co.uk

Water, Civil & Waste Water Engineers

GARDENER, available 1 day per week, south or west of Sherborne. Contact Clive, 07709092610

HOME-START North Dorset are embarking on an exciting new project to support Naval families in South Somerset and are looking to recruit volunteers from this area. If you have parenting experience and have 3 hours a week to spare to make a change that lasts a lifetime we would love to hear from you. Call 07730 218436 or email jamie.keast@home-start-northdorset.co.uk. Training beginning end of February.

Millbrook House

RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME

in Childe Okeford CHILD OKEFORD, BLANDFORD FORUM, NORTH DORSET, DT11 8EY is recruiting for staff in a variety of positions

Apprentice Water Engineer

We are recruiting for an Apprentice Water Engineer to serve an apprenticeship working with our Installation Teams on water & drainage projects. Our work covers both the public and private water sectors. We would be interested in hearing from applicants who have obtained GCSE’s or A Level’s prepared to attend further education to gain the relevant qualifications. You will need to hold a full UK driving licence or be working towards one You will be based at our Company Head Office in Dinton, Wiltshire Please return your fully completed application form with a CV to:

Mrs Jules Simmons M J ABBOTT LTD, Bratch Lane, Dinton, Salisbury SP3 5EB Email: jules.simmons@mjabbott.co.uk www.mjabbott.co.uk MJ Abbott Ltd is an Equal Opportunities employer

NIGHT CARE ASSISTANT

48 hours over 2 weeks CARE ASSISTANT

Full time and Part time Excellent rates of pay and benefits Please call us on 01258 860330 for further information or email gini@millbrookhouse.co.uk to request an application form• 24-hour care by dedicated and experienced staff • Twenty-nine beauti fully appointed en-suite rooms • Freshly prepared home cooked cuisine

In the heart of North Dorset this elegant home for the elderly is set in two acres of beauti ful gardens. Established as a care home for over 30 years. Like you we value care, respect and dignity. If you are seeking care for yourself or a relati ve a warm welcome awaits you here at Millbrook house. A place you really can call ‘home’. We care, allow us to care for you. • Family and friends welcome to visit at anyti me • Convalescent and holiday breaks • In-house acti vity programme

Please visit us at anyti me

For further informati on and a brochure contact us on 01258 860330

enquiries@millbrookhousecarehome.co.uk | www.millbrookhousecarehome.co.uk

Registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), regularly inspected and recently rated good. We are proud to have also recently been awarded Experienced a ‘Commend’ by the Gold Standards Framework. Groundworkers

We are looking for experienced groundworkers to work with our Installation Teams on local Drainage & Civil Engineering projects. Experience in drainage installations including underground tanks and pipe laying, concreting, kerbing and many other varied works. You will work in teams, be conscientious and hard working.

Good rates of pay, paid travel and uniform provided.

You will be familiar with the operation of small plant and hold a full UK driving licence.

You will be based at our Company Head Office in Dinton, Wiltshire. Please contact for an application pack: Mrs Jules Simmons M J ABBOTT LTD

Bratch Lane, Dinton, Salisbury SP3 5EB Email: jules.simmons@mjabbott.co.uk www.mjabbott.co.uk MJ Abbott Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Want real meaning in your 9-5?

STORE MANAGER

£18,408.00 per annum, 37.5 hours per week www.ymca.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/2534158? cid=1821&t=Store-Manager ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER £13,946.40 per annum, 30 hours per week www.ymca.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/2463466? cid=1821&t=Assistant-Store-Manager Both vacancies are located in Blandford

GILLINGHAM SCHOOL, DORSET

Hardings Lane, Gillingham, Dorset SP8 4QP Tel: 01747 833851 www.gillingham.dorset.sch.uk 11-19 Mixed Comprehensive - 1,700 on roll (350 in the Sixth Form) Part-time GROUNDS PERSON

(two days per week) £9.81 per hour

Gillingham School manages its own grounds maintenance and we welcome applications from candidates to work in a small team who are responsible for maintaining our school borders and grounds. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to ‘make their mark’ on our school environment. We are very proud of our grounds and we are looking for candidates who will share our passion for providing the best learning environment for the young people at our school. Relevant training will be provided for the successful candidate and you will be directed by our experienced Site Managers. Responsibilities to include: Mowing of pitches and grassed areas Maintenance of border areas Weeding and herbicide application Hedge trimming and cutting Preparation and marking up of sports pitches Please ring the above number or visit our website for an information pack and application form. Closing date: 4 March.

We are seeking 2 apprentices for our busy Agricultural, Equestrian, Garden Fencing Company. Covering Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire. Please go to our website www.perrettfencing.co.uk or call 01963 205050 for more details.

ADMIN OFFICER

SEMLEY CE VA PRIMARY SCHOOL

We are looking for a friendly, efficient and enthusiastic person to work alongside the School Business Manager in our busy school office. 22.5 hrs per week, term time only Pay is Grade D - £9.81 per hour

Working hours: Monday & Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Tuesday - Thursday: 8:30am - 12pm

School office experience desirable but not essential as training will be provided. For further information and anapplication pack, please visit our website: www.semley.wilts.sch.uk

Closing date for applications: Friday 11th March 2022 @ 12pm Interviews to be held on Friday 18th March 2022

Age Concern North Dorset

Our charity, based in Sturminster Newton, seeks two Trustees to support its important work. You would need IT skills, a knowledge of Board procedure and an interest in helping the elderly in the local community. If you would like to know more about the organisation: see www.acnorthdorset.org.uk, phone 01258 475582, or drop in for an informal chat. Dianne Cooper. Chairman, ACND

FARM WORKER

REQUIRED on dairy farm. Good remuneration. Call 07976-068115. LABOURER REQUIRED. For established family-run building company. Experience preferable. Good pay/conditions for the right person. 07970 660042 GROUNDSMAN REQUIRED for 10 acre garden near Shaftesbury. 25hours/week working under the direction of head gardener. Applicants must have mowing tractor, chainsaw, strimmer experience. Please contact James on 07393 835762

Duty Manager

Full Time – 37.5 hrs per week.

Early/Late/Weekends on a 4-week rolling rota. About Us We are a busy, committed, fun loving, professional team dedicated to ensuring that our customers enjoy the very best experience from this community owned, wet and dry Leisure Centre. As part of our DM Team, you will be involved in the day-to-day running of activities and ensuring the safe facilitation of a multitude of activities ranging from fitness classes to swimming lessons.

About you We are looking for an enthusiastic, professional person with good customer service skills who really enjoys being part of a team but are also comfortable working independently. Can make good customer care decisions, actively lead from the front and take ownership of this important role with confidence. Essential: NPLQ, Level 2 Industry specific qualification. Desirable: 3+ years’ experience in the industry, Level 2 Fitness instructor, FAW, Pool Plant Operator, Industry specific level 3 management qualification.

What we can offer you Salary from £19,000 – £20,500 according to age and experience based on an average of 37.5 weekly (Overtime hours paid at hourly rate in addition We encourage an environment where everyone can be themselves and we celebrate differences and wellbeing. Working at RiversMeet gives you access to lots of great benefits including FREE membership for you and your family (Gym, Swim, Classes, and Racket Sports) as well as great discounts off our amazing products available in our Sport Shop as well as a heavily discounted Café. There’s lots of career opportunities and progressions available, from training to becoming a Lifeguard, Swimming Teacher, Gym Instructor or attaining First Aid. There is every opportunity to diversities or expand into a career into Leisure. As well as these benefits we regularly host community engaging programmes such as Charity Quiz nights, Christmas fairs and Family Fun days with the opportunity of any employee taking hands-on role in these events. There will also always be the option for staff to engage in team building exercises, food and drinks and party twice a year at Summer and Christmas.

How to apply

If you are interested in joining us, please send a letter of application and CV to Ciaran.lea@riversmeetgillingham.org or you are welcome to leave your application with reception addressed to Ciaran Lea. Closing date: 28th February. Interviews will follow shortly after, pending availability.

GREENHAVEN LANDSCAPES

Landscapers and labourers needed. We are looking for skilled landscapers and general labourers to join our team. A good knowledge of hard and soft landscaping along with a can do attitude required, drivers preferred but not essential. Long term positions within an establish local company. Previous applicants need not reapply. 07792892999 info@ greenhavenlandscapes.co.uk

EXPERIENCED CARER REQUIRED To join a fantastic small team providing 1:1 care 24/7 for elderly gentleman in The Gussages. Must have experience with dementia care. Day, night and weekend shifts available. For further information please contact: 07866 446879

CARER WANTED NEAR TISBURY: Kind, loving person required once a month for a long w/e to live-in & look after an active, elderly woman, Friday 12 noon to Sunday 12 noon. Dementia experience essential. Please call Caroline on 07867 982 718.

M-TECH REQUIRE A QUALIFIED VEHICLE TECHNICIAN/MOT TESTER to join our professional team working in first class premises. Full or part time position. Competitive salary offered. E-mail CV to Paul McMorran mtechfiles@hotmail.com. 01747 858794 M-Tech, West Stour, Gillingham. SP8 5RJ

CHANGEOVER CLEANERS required for glamping sites at Stock Gaylard Estate near Kings Stag. Mondays and Friday from 9.30am – 3pm from April until October. Good rate of pay. Please contact Josie at josie@stockgaylard.com | 01963 23511

WOULD YOU AND YOUR PARTNER/BROTHER/SISTER/ FRIEND LIKE TO MAKE CHEESE or know someone that would? A fantastic opportunity has arisen for one or two people to be part of our team making the unique Dorset Blue Vinny Cheese, 4 days a week. Earlier starts with an earlier finish and competitive rates of pay. Must be physically fit and able to work within a small team. Full training will be given for these rewarding and unusual roles. For more information call 01963 23133 or email: info@dorsetblue.co.uk

We are looking to expand our veterinary nursing team at our INDEPENDENT companion animal practice based in Shaftesbury and Wincanton. We pride ourselves on our friendly and supportive working environment, with a great team spirit and opportunities for career development. REGISTERED VETERINARY NURSE

This is an exciting opportunity for a RVN to join our forward thinking practice. The position is full time (37 hours per week) or part time, plus participation in the on-call rotas. There is a generous salary package including payment of annual RCVS registration fees. Duties are varied between theatre, inpatient care and nurse consultations. Personal interests and career development are encouraged and funded by the practice. The practice has very good facilities (we are currently awaiting delivery of our CT SCANNER) and we offer orthopaedic surgery, laparoscopic and endoscopic procedures. KENNEL ASSISTANT

We are a nurse training practice, so this is a great opportunity for someone who is hoping to train to become a Veterinary Nurse in the future. If you share our passion for delivering outstanding pet healthcare and excellent client care, then we would like to hear from you. To apply for either position, please send your CV and covering letter to: mail@longmeadvets.co.uk Tel: 01747 852064

DISPENSER MERE SURGERY, WILTSHIRE Minimum 20 hours per week

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our dispensing team. The successful candidate will assist in the preparation of all aspects of dispensing, stock control, ordering and restocking of the dispensary. Ideally the candidate will hold an NVQ 2 Pharmacy Services qualification or equivalent and able to work Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, although these days may be subject to change. Flexibility for additional hours to cover holiday and other absences is essential. Training will be provided. To see the job description and person specification please visit the vacancies section on www.meresurgery.co.uk To apply please send a CV and covering letter to: Michele Mason, Practice Manager, Mere Surgery, Dark Lane, Mere, Wiltshire, BA12 6DT or alternatively email: michelemason@nhs.net Telephone: 01747 860001 Applications to be received by: 18 February 2022 Interview date: 1 March 2022

We are recruiting for the following positions to join our team: Sales Assistant

The successful applicant will be working in our showroom, mostly within the fabric department. This role could be fulfilled by one full-time or two part-time staff members. Apprentices

We are seeking 2 candidates to become key members of our workforce with duties including carpet and flooring installation (of all types including carpet, vinyl, safety and LVT), preparation of floor work and tasks in our warehouse.

Please email lizzie@cullingfordcarpets.co.uk with your CV to apply for the above roles. We look forward to hearing from you!

Join Home Manager, Alex, and the friendly team at Fern Brook Lodge for your new rewarding career in care

Looking for Looking for a rewarding new career in care? a rewarding new career in care?

£500 Welcome bonus!* • A rewarding, skilled career – not

‘just a job’ • No experience necessary – we off er ongoing training and career progression opportunities

Join the friendly team at Fern Brook Lodge Join the friendly team at Fern Brook Lodge and discover your full potential this year. and discover your full potential this year.

Contact the Care South Contact the Care South team today on 01202 712448 01202 712448

• Flexible working hours to fi t around your life • Variety of roles available including Care Assistants,

Kitchen staff and Activities

Co-ordinators • Easy-to-reach north Dorset location with free on-site parking

*Valid until end January 2022. T&Cs apply. Please enquire for more details

careers.care-south.co.uk

Are you looking for a sociable and fulfilling career in an enjoyable environment? Alex Gavriilidis and the team are hiring fantastic people like you to join Fern Brook Lodge, a Care South residential care home in Gillingham. There are exciting opportunities available for Care

Assistants. Whether you have experience already, or are new to the care sector, Alex and the team will £500 provide you with all the training you Welcome bonus!* need and ongoing support. Alex has a wealth of experience, having • A rewarding, skilled career – not ‘just a job’ managed various nursing homes in • No experience necessary – we

Greece and Cyprus over the past 17 off er ongoing training and career progression opportunities years, prior to joining Care South. • Flexible working hours to fi t

around your life

Alex is a real hands-on manager and • Variety of roles available is committed to making sure everyone including Care Assistants,

Kitchen staff and Activities

is enjoying living and working at the Co-ordinators home. Alex’s favourite part of the day is• Easy-to-reach north Dorset location with free on-site parking interacting with residents and listening *Valid until end January 2022. T&Cs apply. Please enquire for more details to all their stories, knowing that him and his team are helping to make a real difference to their lives. Fern Brook Lodge is a warm and welcoming home, which is easily accessible given the home’s proximity to Gillingham and Shaftesbury. The rewarding, skilled career offers progression and development opportunities with flexible working to suit your commitments and lifestyle. A £500 welcome bonus is available. *T+Cs apply

To find out more, call 01202 712448 or visit careers.care-south.co.uk. Make a difference and join Alex and the team today.

Fern Brook Lodge is a Care South home for residential and dementia care at the heart of the Gillingham community

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Fern Brook Lodge is a Care South home for residential and dementia care at the heart of the AWARD 2021 Gillingham community

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DAIRY FARM for relief milking, some GFW, 4 days a week, could suit part-time, Shaftesbury area Tel 07970 925507 CHEF WANTED at Green Man, Kings Stag. Part-time/Full-time. Apply to jack.langmead@ stockgaylard.com

The Chedington Estate are recruiting at our equestrian facilities YOUNGSTOCK GROOMS, GLANVILLES WOOTTON, DT9

We are looking for full and part time members of our team. All general yard duties including mucking out, grooming, handling and feeding are vital to this role. Previous experience with young horses required. For more information, please contact Vicki on 07817 960454.

YARD AND COMPETITION GROOM, BEAMINSTER, DT8

We are seeking an enthusiastic person to join the team at Chedington Equestrian, a purpose built, high-end training and rehabilitation yard. The position will include all daily yard and horse care jobs as well as supporting one of our resident eventing riders at competitions and training days. For more information, please contact Bek Burton on 07879 761396

GRAINSTORE AND SILO CLEANING TECHNICIANS The cleaning of farm and commercial grain stores across Southern England. Full training and independent certification is given. Qualifications for you to keep. Contract period from MidApril to Mid-August. Working hours - Monday-Friday 06.00-18.00; Saturday 06.00-14.00(if required) Excellent hourly base pay + end of contract bonus On site subsidised accommodation for the duration of the contract is available. Contact enquiries@bwfeeds.com with a CV

EXPERIENCED DAIRY PERSON Required to milk 160 organic dairy cows Location: Wanstrow, BA4 3 bedroom house included onsite Wage based on experience Apply via email to accounts@gilcombefarm.co.uk Or phone 01749813710 Our office is open Mon-Fri between 9-5

WE REQUIRE A PLEASANT LADY to join our small team of carers enabling a young woman continue living in her own home in Castle Cary. Hours are Saturdays 2 pm until 7a.m, with sleepover in your own bedroom. Also if possible ditto for Sundays. If you could only manage one of these days, particularly Sunday or both days every fortnight we could consider. Ideally we would be looking for cover for annual leave as well. Salary £190 per shift and holiday pay entitlement Contact Elizabeth Cross 01963350820

GILLINGHAM SCHOOL, DORSET

Hardings Lane, Gillingham, Dorset SP8 4QP Tel: 01747 833851 www.gillingham.dorset.sch.uk 11-19 Mixed Comprehensive - 1,760 on roll including 370 in the Sixth Form TEACHER OF SCIENCE

(Full Time)

Required from April or September 2022, Gillingham School in Dorset are looking for an enthusiastic, well-qualified TEACHER OF SCIENCE to join a large department in a modern 13 laboratory Science block which offers exceptional facilities. This is an opportunity for an ambitious candidate to play their part in the continued success of this thriving and dynamic department in a vibrant and supportive school. All three sciences are popular and successful at A-Level and opportunities are available for a suitably qualified candidate to teach at this level. The post is ideally suited for either a newly qualified teacher or for a teacher with experience looking for a fresh challenge. An excellent induction programme exists for new colleagues and opportunity for further career development is a real priority for our school. All colleagues who join our school are entitled to rich professional learning and ongoing professional development. Gillingham is an ambitious and happy school which offers excellent resources and outstanding facilities and a special, particular ethos both amongst pupils and staff. Closing date 4th March 2022. Please apply on line via the school web-site (https://www.gillingham-dorset.co.uk). We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and will require the disclosure of any criminal convictions. We look forward to receiving an application form from you.