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Job Ref 26-232-FNTLCL-CROFT-WEB Job Role Female Team Leader – Nights Awake (2 posts) (This position is open to female applicants only. The lawful recruitment of a female for this position falls within the exception allowed by Article 10 (2)(e) of the Sex Discrimination Order 1976) Location Croft Communities BT20 4UR Salary £15.14 per hour Contract Permanent Hours 36 hrs per week (3x 12-hour shifts, over 7-day cover) Flexibility is required to work within the rota system in order to meet the needs of the residents, the service and statutory regulation and availability to work evenings and weekends as required. The Service Croft Lodge is a seven-bed wheelchair friendly respite unit which provides adults with learning disabilities the opportunity to come and enjoy a break with us. This service provides 24 hour tailored care and allows main carers to avail of a break to recharge. Purpose of the Job As part of the Living Options Services, the Team Leader will be a part of the management team and will support the Registered Manager to meet the Residential Care Homes Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2005 and DHSSPS Residential Care Homes Minimum Standards, August 2011. They will: Essential Criteria 1. A minimum of RQF Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a health & social care or related discipline AND at least 2 years’ experience in a social care setting providing support/care. OR A minimum of GCSE English & Maths (A* - C) or equivalent AND at least 3 years’ experience in a regulated care or support environment. 2. A Working knowledge of the needs of people with learning disabilities 3. Effective communication and experience of IT systems (eg. digital record keeping) Apply online at: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Closing Date: Friday, 13th November 2026 at 10am THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Caretaker
JOB PURPOSE Provide efficient caretaking and cleaning services as part of a team and in accordance with the practices and procedures of the College. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES The successful candidate will be responsible for any or all of the following duties: SECURITY • Security of the premises and its contents. • Open and close the premises and grounds, except in circumstances where the College Management or designated Line Manager authorises another person to do so. • Ensure that all windows are closed, doors and gates, both internal and external are locked at the end of each day. • Safe custody of the keys of the premises, the allocation of keys to Cleaning staff (or other staff as appropriate) and ensuring that keys used by the Cleaning staff are returned at the end of each working day. • Monitor Security Camera System and report to Estates Manager or other appropriately designated staff member all incidents of suspicious activity. • Operate Fire Alarm, Burglar Alarm and Building Security Systems and report any faults. • Respond to alarm activations within the designated guidelines. • Attend after hours break-in and vandalism at the premises and ensure that the premises are secure and cleaned at the earliest opportunity when clearance has been given and any unauthorised entry or damage is reported to the designated Line Manager. • During normal working hours report any breach of security or suspicious activity of persons immediately to the designated Line Manager or Authorised Person to ensure a safe working environment for building users. • Administer the despatch and return of goods and equipment from the College in line with agreed practice. • Apply grit/rock salt in times of snow and frost to ensure pathways and entrances are free from snow and ice. CLEANING • In conjunction with Estates Manager and Cleaning Supervisor, plan, organise and control the work of cleaning staff (as appropriate) to ensure that College standards are met, it being understood that the Caretaker personally undertakes cleaning duties. • Monitor the standard of cleaning (where appropriate) investigate complaints in respect of the cleaning provision, take corrective action and report to the Estates Manager. • Recommend and implement changes in work procedures in accordance with economy, standards or ease of operation. • Monitor suitability and performance of materials and light equipment and advise the Estates Manager where these are inappropriate for the task. • Ensure that all hard surfaces and paths and ornamental grounds around the property are clean, tidy and free of litter. • Ensure that all external surface drains and gullies and kitchen grease-traps within the building complex are free flowing and clean by removing any obstruction. • Ensure that bins within the building complex are washed and cleaned. • Empty on a daily basis litter bins within the building complex. • Provide an ongoing cleaning service to the entire premises to deal with such things as spillage, flooding, regular toilet cleaning, litter or any cleaning problem associated with weather conditions. • Replenish toilet rolls, soaps, paper towels and any other requisites as required throughout the working day. • Clean external signs, light covers and notices. • Clean non-electrical fittings on all portable heating and ventilation equipment. • Ensure that adequate supplies of materials and light equipment are requisitioned and maintained at appropriate levels and the equipment is kept in good condition, used and stored correctly. • Ensure that all defects in cleaning equipment are reported to the Estates Manager. • Prepare the premises for evening activities e.g. Open night/Governing Body Meetings, Other functions, cleaning and preparing the College for its normal use during and after these activities. • Direct and clean all internal and external fixed glass surfaces using the appropriate equipment provided to ensure safe working conditions. PORTERAGE • Receipt and transport of stores and materials and other goods that have been delivered to the building premises and their distribution to and from appropriate points of storage as per goods in procedure. • Despatch goods and other materials throughout and from the building. • Assist with the setting out and removal of tables and chairs as required. • Prepare rooms for examinations and other purposes. • Transport all refuse bins to and from their collection point. MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL SERVICES • Efficient operation of the boiler/heating system ensuring value for money and energy conservation. • Lighting and heating of the premises and the routine maintenance of plant. • Ensure adequate fuel is requisitioned in good time. • Monitor and document the usage of fuel, water and electricity and take action to eliminate waste. • Replace lamps, tubes and plugs using appropriate equipment. • Inspect and report any defects on fire fighting equipment. HANDYPERSON DUTIES • Carry out handyperson duties within the competence of the post-holder. DRIVING DUTIES • Carry out driving duties within the competence of the post-holder. The Post holder will be required to undertake training as appropriate. • Fuel and maintain SRC Vehicles at designated filling stations (Fuel card provided). ADMINISTRATION • Report to the Estates Manager on the cleaning of premises noting any defects in the premises externally and internally. • Assist the Estates Manager with the coordination of outside contractors or workmen. • Complete all paperwork associated with the post. • Maintain records of consumable stocks e.g. oil/water and inventory of equipment. • Ensure that defects in electrical floor equipment are reported immediately to the Estates Manager and that a record of equipment repaired is kept and that all equipment is cleaned and stored safely. • Carry out such other relevant duties as may be required by Director or his delegated authority. GENERAL CONDITIONS • The post holder will be required to act in the capacity of a designated first aider and fire warden and will accept training towards the same. • All duties must be carried out to comply with: ➢ The Health and Safety at Work (NI) Order 1978; ➢ Acts of Parliament, Statutory Instruments and Regulations and other legal requirements; ➢ COSHH Regulations; ➢ Codes of Practice; ➢ Conditions normally inherent in post. • All duties will be carried out in the working conditions normally inherent in the particular job. • The postholder will be required to undertake to read and adhere to all policies and procedures including risk management, health and safety, equal opportunities and IT acceptable use and ensure that these policies are implemented by ensuring potential hazards to the well being of self and others are recognised, rectified and/or reported as appropriate. • All necessary paperwork must be completed. • Duties will be carried out for jobs up to and including those in the same grade, provided such duties are within the competence of the employee. This may include cover for absences on stated and/or other campuses as required. TRAINING • Employees will accept any training to facilitate the undertaking of duties for jobs up to and including their own grade. • Employees will accept training for jobs graded at higher levels than their own. Payment will only be made where there is a requirement by the authority for the higher level duties to be carried out. GENERAL • Participate in the enrolment cover rota. • Be required to undertake work outside normal working hours on occasions. • Provide reports, written and oral, as required. • Ensure that all documentation and authorisation procedures are adhered to. CONDITIONS • The hours of work are 36 per week and these will be worked on a shift pattern. During term-time the Caretaker is required to be present in the late afternoon and evenings to provide cover for the evening classes through to them finishing (normally to 10.00 pm) or in the early morning (from 7.00 am). During non term-time the Caretaker will revert to a working week which will normally operate between 8.30 am and 6.00 pm. At all times the work patterns will be required to suit operational requirements. Any hours worked beyond the 36 are paid at an overtime rate and a shift premium will also be paid on the 36 hour week. • The post-holder will be required to be flexible within the hours of duty for this post and will be required to work in any of the College campuses and in the evenings when required to do so by the Director or his designated authority. • Promote the College positively at all times. • Abide by all College procedures and ensure these are implemented in area of responsibility. • Within the context of the post, ensure full compliance with College health and safety requirements. • Within the context of the post, ensure full compliance with College equality requirements. • Any other duties appropriate to the grade and post, as assigned by the Head of Estates. The location of the post will reflect the needs of the College and may be changed subject to the requirements of the College. Duties may change as the College develops, therefore the person appointed will be expected to be flexible in relation to duties performed as required. Personnel Specification Applicants must as a minimum, meet the essential eligibility criteria listed below. Eligibility Criteria Essential 1. Applicant must be literate and numerate. 2. A minimum of one year’s relevant experience in a building related discipline such as caretaking, building maintenance or building trade. Desirable 1. Formal qualifications which indicate an appropriate level of literacy and/or numeracy. 2. Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and practice. Other Essential Criteria The role may entail travel between sites and you are required to demonstrate how you are able to meet this requirement, e.g. whether you hold a full (i.e.) not provisional, current driving licence which enables you to drive in Northern Ireland, and a car for official business, or have access to a form of transport which will enable you to meet the requirements of the post.
Care Worker, Nursing Household
Job Title: Care Worker (Nursing Household) Location: Copelands Care Home, 97 Donaghadee Road, Millisle, BT22 2BZ Salary: £13.12 per hour (Days) | £13.48 per hour (Nights) Contract Type: Permanent Work Hours: C ontracts available - 18, 24 or 36 hours per week (Day and Night shifts available) Be part of something new. We are excited to be recruiting Care Workers for a new Nursing Household within our award-winning Copelands Care Home. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team delivering person-centred care in a unique household model that creates a genuine "home from home" environment for older people, including those living with dementia. These roles are ready for immediate start, pending pre-employment checks. Please note we do not offer sponsorship for these roles. About BCM BCM’s mission is to provide quality, compassionate support to people at their point of need. We are a registered charity who seek to help people change their own lives, offering hope in spaces marked by isolation and despair. Our support services range right through from the youngest to our eldest. Our ‘mission’ is one inspired by Christian values, delivered to all irrespective of beliefs. Religious commitment is not required from our staff or anyone wishing to benefit from our services. BCM is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Your New Role As a Care Worker within our new Nursing Household, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team providing high-quality, person-centred care to residents. You will support residents with daily living activities, personal care, mobility, mealtimes, social engagement and maintaining independence, while helping to create a warm, welcoming and homely environment. You will build meaningful relationships with residents and their families, contribute to care planning, and play an important role in enhancing residents' wellbeing and quality of life. What We Can Offer You We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Staff Nurse
Job Title: Staff Nurse Location: Copelands Care Home, Millisle, BT22 2BZ Salary: £37,092.51 Contract Type: Permanent Work Hours: see job description - day and night contracts available, 12-hour shifts operating across a 7-day rota. This role is available for an immediate start, subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Please note we do not offer sponsorship for these roles. About BCM BCM’s mission is to provide quality, compassionate support to people at their point of need. We are a registered charity who seek to help people change their own lives, offering hope in spaces marked by isolation and despair. Our support services range right through from the youngest to our eldest. Our mission is inspired by Christian values and delivered to all irrespective of beliefs. Religious commitment is not required from our staff or anyone wishing to benefit from our services. BCM is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Your New Role An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the nursing team at Copelands, BCM's flagship care home in Millisle. As we continue to grow our innovative household model of care, we are opening a new nursing household and are looking for compassionate, skilled Nurses to help shape this next chapter. At Copelands, residents live in small, homely households designed to promote dignity, independence, and meaningful relationships. Each household supports just 10 residents, creating a truly person-centred environment where nurses can build strong connections and deliver exceptional care. As a Staff Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality nursing care to older people, including those living with dementia. Working alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you will lead and support care staff, develop personalised care plans, oversee medication management, and promote the health, wellbeing, and quality of life of every resident. This is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking care environment where clinical excellence and compassionate care go hand in hand. What We Can Offer You Please see job description for full details.
Systems Accountant
This role is to support the maintenance, development and optimisation of financial systems, ensuring they are efficient, accurate and aligned with business objectives. The post bridges the finance and IT services. It is essential for optimising financial software, managing system integrations and providing data-driven insights to improve financial reporting and support informed business decisions. Please note Plus much more…
Manufacturing Supervisor
MANUFACTURING SUPERVISOR Location: Newry, Co. Down | Full Time, Permanent Norbrook Laboratories is recruiting Manufacturing Supervisors to take a pivotal leadership role in our world-class sterile veterinary medicines facility. This is your opportunity to lead high-performing teams, drive operational excellence, and directly shape the quality of life-saving products used across the global animal health industry. If you're a motivated, quality-driven leader with experience in highly regulated manufacturing—we want to hear from you. WHY JOIN NORBROOK?
Continuous Improvement Lead
Continuous Improvement Lead Job Overview The Continuous Improvement Lead is responsible for improving processes and procedures, as well as leading and managing continuous improvement projects. Typically, this will include identifying and resolving operational issues, enhancing productivity, reducing waste or reducing costs. The Continuous Improvement Lead will report to the Site Manufacturing Lead Main Activities and responsibilities
Packaging Operative
Main Activities/Tasks Level 2 operative will assist the assistant packaging manager to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the packaging department in line with daily operational requirements and quality standards. Essential Criteria: Duration: Full Time, Permanent Location: Newry, Co. Down Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk Additional Information: Previous applicants to this role, who have been unsuccessful in the past 6 months, need not reapply. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for this role. Norbrook DOES NOT provide visa sponsorship for this position. Where an applicant's current right to work is time-limited, they MUST be able to maintain their right to work without employer sponsorship. We regret that applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted. Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community.
Production Operative
Continental Shift Pattern – Work Smarter We operate a continental shift pattern designed to give you more control over your time outside work.12-hour shifts and fewer working days, you’ll enjoy: • More days off to spend with family, pursue hobbies, or relax • Predictable scheduling for easier planning • Weekend flexibility in some weeks • Fewer commuting days Why you’ll love working here: • Good attendance bonus - £1500 per annum payable quarterly (subject to conditions) • 32 days annual leave + wedding & paid bereavement leave • Healthcare cash plan & free life assurance • Company pension scheme • Cycle-to-work & tech purchase schemes • Subsidised canteen & on-site parking • Employee recognition, perks & wellbeing initiatives The Role: As part of our manufacturing team, you’ll: • Make high-quality veterinary products in a controlled, GMP-compliant environment • Operate equipment safely and efficiently • Keep production flowing and complete documentation like a pro • Be flexible across tasks and shifts while learning and growing What We’re Looking For: • Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures accurately • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety • Basic level of English and maths (assessed internally) • Ability to communicate clearly within a team and with other departments • Comfortable completing written or electronic records as part of daily work • Reliable, organised, and able to manage own tasks once trained • Willingness to work shift patterns Location: Newry, Co. Down Type: Full-time, Permanent Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for this role. Norbrook DOES NOT provide visa sponsorship for this position. Where an applicant's current right to work is time-limited, they MUST be able to maintain their right to work without employer sponsorship. Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community.
Maintenance Supervisor
Job Overview The Maintenance Supervisor will supervise and coordinate a team of fitters and electricians to ensure that preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently and in compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements. The role is responsible for maintaining facility, utility and production equipment reliability to minimise downtime and maximise operational performance within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The position requires strong technical expertise, effective cross-functional engagement and robust oversight of documentation and compliance standards. This role can either be continental shifts OR permanent DAY shift. Main Activities/Tasks Duration: Full time, permanent Location: Newry, Co. Down Benefits: Free Life Assurance, Company Pension Scheme, 32 days annual leave, Wedding Leave, Employee well-being initiatives, Healthcare plan, Company Sick Pay, Employee Assistance Programme, On-site free parking, Canteen Facilities, Employee Perks scheme, Discounted Car Insurance, Annual Employee raffle, employee recognition scheme, career development opportunities and much more…
