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New Stour & Avon, August 13, 2021 Recruitment Your questions answered about returning to office working
By Faith Eckersall So you’ve spent the past 18 months working from home. But that could all be about to change after the UK government’s official advice to do so ended on July 19, as part of its roadmap out of the covid-19 pandemic. For some, the upheaval of returning to the old routine may be even harder than it was to switch over, which is why Citizens Advice Dorset has set out what you need to know if you’re asked to return to your normal workplace. Can my employer ask me to return to my workplace? The short answer is yes. When you enter into a contract to work for an employer you have to comply with ‘reasonable management requests’. That means your employer can ask you to return to your normal workplace if your original contract specified that you would be office-based or based elsewhere. In practice and where possible, many employers are looking into or actively encouraging a blended working model – some time at home and some time in the office/workplace. You can ask to keep working from home, but that doesn’t mean your employer has to agree. Start by having an open conversation with your employer about your wishes, and consider making a flexible working request, which is a legal right all employees have. You can include your reasons why working from home is better for you and how it will also help the business. What can I do if I’m worried about safety at work? Your employer has a legal duty under the law, and under your contract, to ensure that your workplace does not pose a risk to your health and safety. Current guidance says employers should complete a Covid risk assessment and take steps to prevent transmission, including frequent cleaning and social distancing. This is due to be updated. While wearing a mask in an enclosed space will no longer be mandatory, employers will still be free to set their own policies, like requiring workers or customers to wear masks. If you are unhappy with safety measures at your workplace, you could report your employer to the Health and Safety Executive, but ideally you and your employer can solve the issues together. I’m uncomfortable about taking public transport, what are my options? Your employer’s duty is limited to things that are under its control, and so there is no clear legal position about whether it has to take into account the risks you face when travelling to and from work, as part of its health and safety assessment. That said, your employer should listen to your concerns if you’re worried about having to use public transport. You could reach an arrangement that you’re comfortable with, for example, asking to travel at quieter times. What if I need to self-isolate? You shouldn’t go into work if you’re self-isolating because you have symptoms or have been in contact with someone who has tested positive for coronavirus. You must tell your employer you have to self-isolate. It’s worth telling them in writing so you have a record for later use. If you’re unable to work from home, you may be entitled to benefits, sick pay or a selfisolation payment of £500 from your local council. If you’ve been furloughed before by your employer, they might also be able to furlough you for the period you need to self-isolate. See the Citizens Advice website for more information. Rules on self-isolating are changing. From August 16, if you’ve had your second jab, you won’t need to self-isolate if you have been in contact with someone who’s tested positive. If you have symptoms you’ll need to self-isolate until you test negative. Chief Officer for Citizens Advice Central Dorset, Daniel Cadisch, said: “With restrictions ending and workplaces reopening, people will understandably have questions about their rights. “If you have any concerns, it’s important to talk with your employer as soon as possible so that you can reach a solution that works for both of you.” For more information, call 0800 144 8848 or visit citizensadvicedorset.org.uk for details of your nearest Citizens Advice.
NANNY WANTED, country family with boys 1 & 3 East of Shaftsbury. Wed, Thu & Fri must be experienced, confident and enthusiastic. – 07825 305303
ACCOUNTS APPRENTICE An exciting opportunity has arisen at DH Accounting in Shaftesbury for an Accounts Apprentice to gain experience from on the job training whilstA JESTYN COKE studying for AAT Levels 3 & 4.CHARTERED This is a full-time position with 1 day a week for study at college. For further details SURVEYORS Lettings / Property Manager Full Time Warehouse Operative Required please call 01747 854556 or send CVs to (P/T). The role is within our property management team J&G Environmental Ltd are recruiting for the following: info@dhaccounting.co.uk. based in Blandford Forum. You will have responsibilitiesDaytime Warehouse Operative (Mon-Fri) WINCANTON GOLF CLUB require a full/-part-time receptionist, must be over 18 years old. For details please call 07974 655224 across a portfolio of residential lettings (ASTs). You will need to have experience in the industry and a relevant qualification, or willing to work towards one. Part-time hours Night-time Warehouse Operative (Mon-Thurs) To join our team at our Blandford based warehouse. (A forklift license is advantageous but not essential.) are 17.5 per week plus Please send a CV and a short covering letter to PART TIME P.A. Sherborne occasional Saturday morning. office. Good computer and
For further information pleasesales@jg-environmental.comtyping skills essential. 6 to 8contact Toby at tobycoke@ajcoke.co.ukwww.jg-environmental.com hours flexible over two days p.w. send CV to ajk@zen.co.uk
MAN/WOMAN FRIDAY Director looking for a person to assist with all aspects of work currently undertaken. The role would be partially to PA for the director but also to mimic all job roles currently been undertaken by the director. The director has various companies in different sectors ranging from transport, magazine/news media, online media, farming, commercial development and others. The applicant needs to be highly motivated, intelligent, able to learn to make independent decisions and have a better grasp of spelling than the director. The applicant will need a driving licence, a good sense of humour and good PA skills. Training will be given in all other aspects of job roles. This is a fulltime position, Salary depending on skills, based in Wincanton but may need to work from other local offices. Email david@larkinglass.co.uk
CAST STONE OPERATIVE, Based just North of Blandford, Full training given, must be hard working and numerate. Starting Rates £10 (DOE) Call 01202 739200 or email: info@broad-stone.co.uk
JAMES ALLIED ENGINEERING LTD We require a part time Secretary/ book keeper, one morning weekly, Fordingbridge area, SAGE accountancy package. Contact James O’Sullivan 01725 518493
WANTED RELIEF MILKER, 1 Day per week. 01963 440777 - Sherborne area
PART-TIME GARDENER required, hours by arrangement. Kings Stag. 07768 709576
The UK’s leading Golf & Sports Construction Company
Experienced Full Time Receptionist
We are recruiting for an experienced full time Receptionist Key Skills Required:
Excellent telephone manner and good communications skills. Confident in dealing with company personnel, customers, consultants and suppliers. Computer literate, Microsoft Office, experienced in Word and Excel and able to type. Good organisational skills, conscientious with a willingness to meet deadlines. Calm under pressure. Smart appearance. Full driving licence required. You will be based at our Company Head Office in Dinton. Hours: Monday to Friday 8am – 5pm Closing date for applications: 20th August 2021 For an application pack please contact Jules Simmons M J ABBOTT LTD, Bratch Lane, Dinton, Salisbury SP3 5EB Email: jules.simmons@mjabbott.co.uk www.mjabbott.co.uk
M J Abbott Ltd is an Equal Opportunities employer
SCHOOL MINIBUS DRIVERS
Now recruiting for September Do you enjoy driving? Could this be your ideal part-time job?
Make a difference to people living in your community. DCT is a not-for-profit organisation providing minibus services throughout Dorset. Part-time, split-shift term-time vacancies as well as casual/relief shifts available. No previous experience required. Comprehensive training provided. Candidate should have D1 on license (check reverse of your photocard) or PSV driving entitlement. Visit www.ectcharity.co.uk/jobs for more details and an application form. For queries call 01258 287 986
Situations wanted
PRIVATE EXPERIENCED CARER, flexible and available for days/nights. Qualified, dbs, insurance and references. Contact 07898 609405
CLEANING SERVICES OFFERED. Please call 01258 860136
EXPERIENCED NVQ3 CARER AVAILABLE for days/nights. 20 year’s experience, Insured, DBS and excellent references available. Please contact 07584 247233
CLEANING SERVICES OFFERED. Please call 01258 860136
Casual Work
Oakleaf Marquees in Stalbridge is looking Pulham Steels Ltd for marquee riggers on a casual basis between now and October. Stockists and distributors of all mild steel Work can be 2-4 days a week generally between products currently require a Mon to Thu and up to 40 hours a week as you wish HGV Class 2 Driver – we are flexible. Must be reliable, hard working with a positive attitude. Drivers 21+ desirable but not essential. To join our growing company, duties to include multi drop deliveries throughout the south of the UK, loading/offloading of vehicles. Applicants must have a clean driving license, be of smart
Further info and applications by email please: appearance and have a conscientious attitude to work jobs@oakleafmarquees.co.uk and equipment. Hi-ab certificate preferred but not essential. Tel: 01300 345110 Or Email: neil.cahill@pulhamsteels.co.uk
Advertise here: 01963 400186
LABOURER REQUIRED for fencing and landscaping company. Experience is preferred but more importantly you must be physically fit with a full clean driving licence and be prepared to work outside in all weathers. Please email a full CV to radleyfencing@gmail.com
OCCASIONAL DOG/ HOUSE SITTER WANTED for short term and some long term (up to two weeks) stays in the Shaftesbury/Blandford area. 07801 186410
REFERENCED PART-TIME CLEANER WANTED. Two days work weekly x 4 hrs, £15 per hr in Ashmore. Please call 01747.811368
REMOVALS & STORAGE REMOVALS & STORAGE Now recruiting for a Sales Person
Armishaws Removals Group is a highly motivated company seeking only the very best Sales People. Our business is a sales person’s dream – at least twenty qualified appointments a week visiting prospective clients in their own homes, each of those clients having personally requested that we quote for their removal - no cold calling, no establishing a need, just sell the benefits of using one of the top rated removal companies in the UK to the decision makers and close the deal. If you can really sell we will offer thorough training in the complexities of the removal industry ensuring that you earn upwards of £45,000 a year made up of a generous basic salary and open ended commission structure, a company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone are included in the package. Make no mistake the work will be pressurised, targets must be surpassed, accuracy of all documentation is paramount, hours can be arduous, albeit normally Monday to Friday between 8am and 6pm. We demand a ‘can do’ attitude from our sales people and an honest and ethical approach to all their tasks. We are currently recruiting for a position based from our Depot in Wincanton. Do you consider you have all the attributes we require? Then please convince our Sales Manager Chris Lewis on 01963 34065 or email sales@armishaws.com
REMOVALS & STORAGE REMOVALS & STORAGE Now recruiting for an Accounts team member
We are urgently looking for a team member that can undertake the following roles for our group of companies and assist our current accounts staff: Invoicing; Purchase ledger; Credit control; Taking payments; Assigning payments to accounts; Payroll. There are also other job roles which consist of using our in-house program. Experience in Sage is required. Applicants need to be meticulous, have a high attention to detail, can solve problems and have the ability to process a high level of work. The applicant will also need to have a good sense of humour. The role is for a full time person, the hours are 09:00 to 17:30. Salary is between £18,750 and £21,500 depending on experience. The position is based at our offices in Wincanton, Somerset and is an immediate start. Please send CV to pat@armishaws.com
PART-TIME CLEANER NEEDED for large country house. Flexibility a must. Hours to be discussed. £10 per hour. Contact enquiries@minterne.co.uk EGG PACKERS, WAREHOUSE CLEANERS AND WAREHOUSE OPERATIVES required Either part of full time to suit Manual work so must be physically fit Please contact Paul for details –07967 388895
FULL TIME GARDENER
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a gardener with experience to join the gardening team, working with the head gardener at a large manor house. Candidates will need good general knowledge, experience with rose and ornamental shrub pruning, familiarity with herbaceous perennials and grasses, some understanding of wild-flower meadows and greenhouse work. A great opportunity for a motivated person to contribute to a fantastic garden. Please apply in writing (or email) for a job description to: Head Gardener, Estate Office, High Street, Cranborne, Dorset BH21 5PS
recruitment@cranborne.co.uk www.cranborne.co.uk
Duke’s
AUCTIONEERS SINCE 1823
Require a Receptionist
A bright, motivated and dynamic candidate is required to work on reception in one of the UK’s leading auction houses. Reporting to the sales administrator the role will offer the candidate an exciting career path and the potential to join a fast-growing organisation. Desirable Experience and Skills
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Competitive salary (dependent on experience) If you are interested in joining our dynamic team please send a 1-page CV and 1 page covering letter to John Holmes: john.holmes@dukes-auctions.com Closing date for applications is 10pm, Sunday 8th August www.dukes-auctions.com
CARETAKER/DOG SITTER (LIVE IN) REQUIRED Detached 3 bed cottage, own enclosed garden, isolated farm in beautiful woodland, N. Dorset. Council tax, utilities paid plus £ negotiable (paye). Hours part-time, variable, domestic help plus caretaker/dog sitter role. Flexibility essential – not regular hours. Suitable for someone who loves the countryside and possibly has an occupation on the side such as a writer/artist that does not have fixed hours, maybe semi-retired. Experience of dog care essential. Happy with small domestic chores, errands, laundry. Regular periods working alone. Other staff kept. Experience in similar role in a private household desirable. References essential. Own pets considered. Own car essential. Start asap. Apply with full CV to gfp.office@btinternet.com HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED for busy household near Fontmell Magna. Three mornings a week. Own transport and good references essential. Tel 07855 312526
PERSON REQUIRED to work on the production of coffins. Full time. Permanent position. For more details email: colin@turnermanufacturing.co.uk or telephone: 01963 362095
JUST STRIMMING Looking for someone to help me with some strimming work with experience. Hours completely flexible. Please call 01747 828449
GENERAL FARM WORKER required full-time, on dairy/sheep farm, nr Milborne port, good variety of stock and tractor work, experience preferred, and must be reliable and ideally available from August. Tel: 07526 259146
ST DENIS LODGE RESIDENTIAL HOME. Requires two part time care assistants.One of these to cover maternity leave. To include alternate weekends. Also required weekend laundry assistant. Experience preferred but not necessary. Please call 01747 854596.
MERE Bright person required two hours a week during summer months, at a time to suit themselves, to prepare two bedroom cottage for older gentleman who visits at weekends. I like things done beautifully and attention to detail is important. Two visits a month at other times will suffice. 07860 507708
General Labourer
We are looking for a keen, punctual & motivated person to join our team. Full time employed position with immediate start. Preferably with own transport. Please apply through our office: T: 01963 824444 E: info@hhpltd.co.uk W: builders-south-west.co.uk
DORSET GARAGE DOORS ARE LOOKING TO RECRUIT
This role is an outside based position and requires heavy manual work. You will be working within an experienced team of garage door engineers; a willingness to learn is a must, motivation and determination are essential.
The company fit and maintain quality doors and automation systems to residential and commercial properties. We also offer a repair service. It will be a varied and challenging role. You will be working directly on the property of the customer; HANFORD SCHOOL it will require an individual who is willing to offer excellent customer services and will work well as part of a team. Ongoing training and support will be given. Partial uniform provided. CHILD OKEFORD DORSET FOOD SERVICE ASSISTANT
A full UK driving licence is essential. JOB TYPE: FULL TIMEPermanent role assisting in the running of a clean and organised kitchen.
Hours 1.30-7.30 pm Saturdays, term time Please send CV and covering letter to office@dorsetgaragedoors.co.uk only, from September 2021. Closing Date : 9am Thursday 24th August 2021 or by post to Dorset Garage Doors Ltd, Unit 9 Station Road, Please email
Business Park, Station Road Stalbridge DT10 2RN Laura Stout stoutl@hanfordschool.co.uk
The New Blackmore Vale
The New Blackmore Vale and The New Stour & Avon Are looking to expand their highly successful Advertising team. has vacancies for ASSISTANT VERGERS Experience in sales within the publishing industry is preferred, however full training will be given. We are an energetic, fun and friendly team who are always busy. Hours of work: 15 hours a week Salary: £10.60 per hour You will be generating new business as well as maintaining existing relationships with clients, selling into two magazines, with the ability to meet deadlines. We would like to employ, as soon as possible, two new Assistant Vergers to join The Sherborne Abbey team. Each verger would be required to work for 15 hours The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills both face to face and on the telephone. The role involves selling into Classified and Display with a consultative approach, with a high volume of outbound activity and the ability to per week and be available to work on Saturdays and effectively source new opportunities to achieve revenue objectives. Sundays. In all cases we require the candidates to be You will be someone with a proven record of offering an outstanding communicant members of the Church of England. level of customer service and of going the extra mile to ensure the job is done to the highest level. We are looking for trustworthy, 昀exible, independent workers with excellent interpersonal skills. The role can be office based in Wincanton or working from home, depending on experience. The posts are subject to DBS checking under our You must own your own vehicle – a mileage allowance is paid – and be Safeguarding Policy. able to attend meetings in Wincanton when requested. For a copy of the Job Description and an application form, please call Sherborne Abbey Parish Oce on Good written English, spelling and grammar, are essential as is a great sense of humour and being a team player. Hours are Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm. Salary is dependent on experience. PARTS PERSON - BLANDFORD DEPOT 01935 713777 or email Asstparishsecretary@sherborneabbey.com Closing date: Monday, 23 August 2021 Sherborne Abbey, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 3LQ If you’ve got what it takes to be part of this dynamic team, please send your application to debi.thorne@icloud.com and tell me why. Closing date for applications Friday 20th August, interviews will take place at our Wincanton office. The New Stour &Avon We are looking for a motivated and experienced Parts Person to join our Team at our Head Office. For full details and to apply please go to our website https://www.candotractors.com/career/
PORT REGIS
DIGITAL MARKETING
EXECUTIVE
We are seeking to appoint a creative and enthusiastic Digital Marketing Executive to join us in September 2021. The successful candidate can expect a competitive salary, benefits package and an exceptional working environment. For full details of the role and application procedure, please visit our website www.portregis.com (key information / staff vacancies). Closing Date: 17.00 on Friday 20 August 2021 Early applications encouraged.
Port Regis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Disclosure – Charity No: 306218
PORT REGIS
PERSONAL LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
We are seeking to appoint a qualified teaching assistant with a caring and nurturing nature to join us in September 2021. The successful candidate can expect a competitive salary, benefits package and an exceptional working environment. For full details of the role and application procedure, please visit our website www.portregis.com (key information / staff vacancies). Closing Date: Monday 16 August 2021 Early applications encouraged.
Port Regis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Disclosure – Charity No: 306218
