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Early Years Assistant (DP23YO) (Ref: E/EYA/B/326) Permanent - 20 hours per week 11 month contract (July off) Bangor Sure Start £12,879.62 per annum Main Duties and Responsibilities: To implement a child-centred and welcoming environment. To ensure a safe, stimulating and varied programme of play and learning opportunities are provided for the children within the Developmental Programme for 2 – 3 Year Olds / Little Stars programme, suitable to the child’s age and stage of development. To ensure planning occurs to meets children’s individual needs that takes into account children’s abilities, interests, language and cultural backgrounds, reviewed as necessary and to ensure ongoing creative evaluation of the programme (s). To work with the team ensuring that the environment is organised both inside and outside to ensure that resources and equipment are available, compliant and appropriate to meet the needs of the individual children. To develop and deliver the Developmental Programme for 2 – 3 Year Olds / Little Stars programme as outlined in the Lisburn Sure Start yearly business plan that provide a purposeful, stimulating environment rich in learning opportunities, both indoors and outdoors. To establish effective and empowering relationships with parents enabling them to develop their children’s maximum potential. To develop and deliver the programme ensuring that it promotes and actively encourage parents to play alongside their child / children. Whilst offering developmentally appropriate play and development opportunities for the child and their parent / carer. To provide support for all children’s emotional and social needs by promoting positive behaviour through role modelling and work performance. Maintain up to date knowledge of all Bryson Pathways and Bangor Sure Start Projects policies and procedures affecting children. To open, maintain and accurately record as required by the job role and ensure compliance to good record management and information systems. To take part in local events to promote the work of the Bangor Sure Start and to contribute to the development and preparation of promotional materials, where necessary. Essential Criteria: NVQ Level 3 Child Care qualification or equivalent. Consideration will be given to those who are working towards qualification One year’s experience of working in the early year’s sector 2 GCSE’s at grade C and above including English Language and Mathematics or equivalent Clean drivers’ licence, access to transport and Business (Class) Car Insurance for the vehicle and driver Desirable Criteria: Experience of working within a Developmental Programme for Two – Three year olds Completion of the Developmental Programme for Two to Three Year Olds Training Application: A satisfactory Access NI Enhanced / Standard disclosure or Garda Clearance is required prior to commencement of employment. Bryson adheres to Access NI Code of Practice available upon request. For more information, or a full job description/person specification, please contact the Human Resources Department Tel: (028) 9084 8494 or email: recruit@brysongroup.org Application packs are downloadable from https://bryson.getgotjobs.co.uk/home, where there is also the option to apply online. The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is: Monday 13th April at 12pm
Support Worker
Support Worker Location: 12 Thomas Street, Dungannon, BT70 1HN Salary: £18,224.96 per annum, SP 21 (£13.48 per hour – effective 1st April 2026) Contract: Permanent Work hours: 26 hours per week, mainly evenings and weekends Please note we do not offer sponsorship for these roles. Belfast Central Mission (BCM) is an award-winning leading charity with social care projects and social enterprises across Northern Ireland. With over 300 staff and volunteers. The Estates & Facilities team support all services across Northern Ireland to deliver vital services to people at their point of need. The team currently looks after a portfolio of 10 properties. This includes supported accommodation, care homes and 2 private dwellings. These are mixtures of joint and sole tenancies. Your new role As a Support worker you will ensure that you listen to the needs and feelings of the young person to enable you to facilitate any necessary help that they need, including interventions and signposting them to other support services to give them every opportunity to get the help that they need and deserve. You will assist the young people to cope with significant changes associated with adulthood, encourage them to make their own decisions and educate them on general life activities in terms of health, hygiene, finance, housing, etc. You will work as part of a team to maintain tidiness, cleanliness and hygiene standards in all communal areas ensuring all health and safety requirements are met. What we can offer you Please see attached job description and specification for further details 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.
Fitness Advisor
Salary: Scale 5 SCP 14-19 £29,540 - £32,061 per annum, pro rata for part time staff (full time equivalent is based on 37 hours per week) JOB PURPOSE: Committing to the one-team ethos, you will be flexible and collaborative and you will actively support all colleagues and other activities necessary to deliver the service objectives. As a Fitness Advisor, you will implement the Council’s Fitness, Education, Rehabilitation, Nutrition (FERN) Strategy and Plans, both inside and outside of the gym environment. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide support, guidance and encouragement to gym users on how to use equipment, ensuring a safe and enjoyable fitness session. Provide customer inductions, exercise programmes and instruction on all aspects of fitness. Monitor programmes and performance of all customers using the NAP model (Name, Aspiration and Performance) within the gym environment. Make all customers feel welcome and comfortable and ensure they are benefiting from the services provided in the gym or centre. Conduct facility tours. Clean and perform daily checks on equipment and complete associated records. Organise and deliver systems and events to enhance the social aspect of physical activity and the centre, helping to create an atmosphere where people interact and feel a sense of belonging. Actively engage with customers to maximise retention of members and users. Deliver presentations and talks at external locations to community groups of all ages and abilities to promote healthy living and well-being and transfer knowledge in these areas to positively impact citizens’ lifestyles (FERN). Working with GP referral colleagues as required, participate in the GP Referral Scheme and other public health initiatives and deliver FERN advice to customers who are recovering from poor health and injury. Deliver nutrition information to customers, as trained and appropriate, to make a positive impact on their health and wellbeing. Assist with the processing of centre memberships. Conduct exit interviews and surveys with leaving members to understand issues around customer retention. Promote and or sell all products and activities within the centre and within the Leisure Services portfolio. Remain fully conversant with all emergency procedures and take part in emergency situations, providing emergency care as required. Provide cover for exercise class instructors, as required. Be flexible and collaborative and actively support all colleagues and other activities or processes which impact on the performance of the centre. Qualifications and training: • A recognised Fitness (Level 2) qualification. • A recognised relevant coaching or group exercise qualification. • GP referral qualification. Experience: • One year’s experience in each of the following: ▪ Working directly with the public within a customer-facing capacity. ▪ Maintaining accurate records. ▪ Completing facility or equipment checks. Key skills, knowledge and attributes: • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Ability to achieve positive results through influencing and interpersonal skills. • Customer care skills. • Ability to work as part of a team. • Ability to work on own initiative. • Ability to handle sensitive or difficult situations appropriately. • Competent in the use of IT. • Understanding of health and safety requirements. • Flexible approach to work demands. Working arrangements and flexibility: 19 hours per week. The post holder will be required to work outside normal hours, including bank holidays, evenings and weekends.
Quantity Surveyor
H&J Martin Ltd (part of the Lagan Specialist Contracting Group) is now recruiting a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor. Company: H&J Martin Limited Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Belfast Our Business H&J Martin Limited are a Fit Out and Facilities Management company operating throughout the UK and Ireland. As part of the Lagan Specialist Contracting Group our mission is to provide Construction, Fit Out and Facilities Management solutions in an environment where people feel safe, secure and valued. Role Overview Due to continued growth our Facilities Management division have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor to join our team. The successful candidate will ensure all commercial functions for the Division are completed to professional standards within agreed time and cost budgets. *Please see attached document for the full Job Description. The closing date for completed applications is Friday 24th April 2026 at 12noon. LAGAN SPECIALIST CONTRACTING GROUP ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Electronics Technician
Job Overview The successful candidate will be responsible for electronic and maintenance activities with in a manufacturing environment comprising of both preventive and reactive duties, to also include data collection/documentation for validated systems. They will take the lead role in maintaining, troubleshooting electronic equipment and instrumentation forming part of our pharmaceutical manufacturing plant. Managing the data and documentation for all data collected from the validated systems within Norbrook. This role can either be continental shifts, including days, nights and weekends OR permanent night shift. Main Activities/Tasks
Validation Team Leader
Job Overview Norbrook are seeking a highly motivated Validation Team Leader to join our team, responsible for leading and coordinating sterilisation and aseptic processing validation activities within a regulated manufacturing environment ensuring all studies are conducted in full compliance with all health and safety, cGMP and regulatory requirements. Main Activities/Tasks Scheduling, coordination and supervision of Validation Analysts to ensure that all sterilisation and aseptic processing validation studies are scheduled and conducted within defined timeframes and in-line with the production schedule. Training and mentoring of Validation Analysts in line with skills progression framework. Conducting meetings with the team of Validation Analysts to ensure the relevant validation activities are scheduled, prioritised and completed, and that company/departmental communications are relayed within the team. Drive completion of deviations, change control actions, OOS investigations and CAPAs associated with Validation Activities. Communicate status of validation projects to ensure effective cross-functional collaboration. Participation in sterilisation, depyrogenation and Media Fill simulation trials in aseptic manufacturing facilities, in accordance with relevant protocols and standard operating procedures. Recording, verifying and reporting results and other relevant information for the validation activities performed. Preparation, review and approval of Validation Protocols and Reports for validation of sterilisation, depyrogenation and Media Fill studies. Perform laboratory duties relating to Validation studies or as required by other Validation activities. Preparation of Standard Operation Procedures, Validation Master Plans and other technical documentation in line with current GMP and regulatory requirements. Participate in internal, external and regulatory audits/inspections. Ensure that Health and Safety practices and procedures are followed in the incumbent's area of responsibility. Any other duties as deemed necessary by management. Essential Criteria: Proven experience in validation within aseptic manufacturing or sterile environments Strong knowledge of cGMP and regulatory requirements Experience with sterilisation, depyrogenation, and media fill processes Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Duration: Permanent Location: Newry Additional Information: Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the time of their application. Applicants who are unable to provide this proof will not be considered. We regret that applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a Visa at this time. This role is based on a site that produces penicillin and as such, would not be suitable for those with a penicillin allergy.
Innovation And Technology Specialist, Engineering
The BEE centre has three main pillars of support which are: The Innovation and Technology Specialist (ITS) role will deliver the aims and objectives of Pillar 1. Under the direction of the Head of Innovation Technology and Economic Engagement, the ITS will report to the Lead Specialist and deliver innovative business solutions to micro businesses and SMEs in the southern region and beyond. The ITS’s primary role will be to help strengthen the College’s position as a primary provider of business support and knowledge transfer activity to local and regional business and industry. This is a full time permanent position within the College. Closing date for applications is Friday 10th April 2026 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
Associate Lecturer In Hairdressing
Associate Lecturer in Hairdressing Permanent Post, Downpatrick Campus, 0.75FTE, 27 hours per week ABOUT US Northern Ireland’s Further Education sector is a key driver of both economic and social inclusion. SERC as a college is a hub of innovation, collaboration and industry partnerships along with a strong community focus. We pride ourselves on delivering internationally recognised high-quality, industry-relevant courses, which equip our students with the skills necessary to grow and shape our economy and to transform their own lives in doing so. We are committed to continuous improvement and to fostering a supportive culture of creativity and inclusivity as a catalyst for success. If you are interested in being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking institution that helps benefit society and creates transformational opportunities for learners, SERC may have a role for you. The College offers a wide range of employee benefits, rewards and recognitions: We currently have a vacancy for an Associate Lecturer in Hairdressing. JOB PURPOSE To become a member of the teaching team in current courses of study and assist with future developments. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Hold GCSE English (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Communication; and GCSE Maths (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Numeracy, or NICATS Access Maths Modules. Hold a Level 5 or above qualification in Hair and Beauty Management or equivalent Hold a Level 3 qualification in Hairdressing. Have a minimum of three years’ post qualified experience working in the Hairdressing industry within the last 6 years. Hold a recognised Assessor Award OR be prepared to obtain the qualification within one year of appointment. Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative and work independently, as well as work effectively as a team member. Demonstrate excellent administrative, planning, and organisational skills. Demonstrate a high level of competency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral. For further information on the main duties and responsibilities and criteria for this role, please see attached Job Description.
Lecturer And Associate In Business
LECTURER IN BUSINESS AND ASSOCIATE LECTURER IN BUSINESS Post 1: 1 FTE, permanent post, 36 hours per week, Bangor Campus. Post 2: 0.75 FTE, permanent post, 27 hours per week, Lisburn Campus. ABOUT US Northern Ireland’s Further Education sector is a key driver of both economic and social inclusion. SERC as a college is a hub of innovation, collaboration and industry partnerships along with a strong community focus. We pride ourselves on delivering internationally recognised high-quality, industry-relevant courses, which equip our students with the skills necessary to grow and shape our economy and to transform their own lives in doing so. We are committed to continuous improvement and to fostering a supportive culture of creativity and inclusivity as a catalyst for success. If you’re interested in being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking institution that helps benefit society and creates transformational opportunities for learners, SERC may have a role for you. The College offers a wide range of employee benefits, rewards and recognitions: We currently have vacancies for a Lecturer in Business and an Associate Lecturer in Business. JOB PURPOSE To become a member of the teaching team in current courses of study and assist with future developments. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Hold GCSE English (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Communication; and GCSE Maths (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Numeracy, or NICATS Access Maths Modules. Hold a Degree in Business or related area OR Hold a qualification in Business or related area which should be Level 5 or above on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) / National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England and Northern Ireland and have 3 years relevant industrial, professional or business experience. Have a minimum of two years’ experience, within the last five years of teaching Business Studies/Business Management. Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative and work independently, as well as work effectively as a team member. Demonstrate excellent administrative, planning, and organisational skills. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral. For further information on the main duties and responsibilities and criteria for this role, please see attached job description.
Human Resources Assistant
JOB PURPOSE To provide proactive clerical and administrative support within the Human Resources Unit, helping to ensure a professional, responsive, and customer‑focused HR service. The role offers the opportunity to support a broad range of HR activities, with scope to develop responsibility in specific areas, while contributing across the wider HR function including staff development, equality, recruitment and selection, and employee relations. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Act as a first point of contact for HR‑related enquiries, providing a professional, helpful, and timely response to all stakeholders, which include staff, managers, students and members of the public. 2. Responsibility for providing comprehensive administrative support to the HR Advisors, Business Partners and HR Management, thereby contributing to the effective and professional delivery of HR services across the organisation and supporting a collaborative team environment. 3. Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date HR records and databases (manual and electronic), ensuring confidentiality, data integrity and compliance with GDPR at all times. 4. Produce reports to support HR activity as required. 5. Provide comprehensive administrative support to HR related meetings, including the preparation, collation and organisation of papers and documentation. 6. Support managers and staff with a range of routine, non-complex HR matters, including but not limited to: · Annual and special leave · Recruitment and selection exercises · Terms and conditions of service · Contracts of employment and related documentation · Sickness absence · Grievance and disciplinary · Health and wellbeing 7. Assist in delivering an effective and efficient recruitment service, supporting the end-to-end recruitment process and ensuring that all pre-employment checks, including Access NI and documentation are completed accurately and in line with College policies and procedures. 8. Assist in the delivery of effective and efficient absence management processes, providing support with routine queries, absence administration, and the accurate recording and maintenance of absence management documentation in line with College policies and procedures. 9. Assist in the development, delivery and evaluation of health and wellbeing initiatives to support the College’s Mind Yourself wellbeing programme. 10. Provide administrative support to the HR Team in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll across the College. 11. Assist in the administration and promotion of equality of opportunity and good relations within the College. 12. Assist in off boarding activities to ensure a smooth and compliant transition for staff leaving the College including the return of equipment, completion of leaver documentation and notification to relevant departments. NOTES Role Scope This is a description of the job as it is at present constituted. The duties and responsibilities are intended to give a broad indication of the variety of tasks the post holder may be asked to undertake. It should be noted that a job description is not an exhaustive list of activities and staff may be asked to carry out duties commensurate with the grade of the post. The job description may also be amended to take account of changed circumstances, and staff will be consulted when this is necessary. It is the College’s aim to reach agreement to reasonable changes, but if agreement is not possible, the College reserves the right to insist on changes to a job description after consultation with the post holder. Equality In carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the post it is expected that the post holder will do so in accordance with the College Ethos Equal Opportunities Policy and that in doing so the post holder will contribute to the discharge of Section 75 statutory duties and implementation of the College Equality Scheme. Safeguarding This is a post which is governed by The Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults (Northern Ireland) Order 2003. Before appointing anyone to this post, it is policy to ask for the relevant check to be carried out by Access NI. Smoking Policy The College operates a no smoking policy and all staff are expected to adhere to this. College Values In order to deliver its objectives, the College has developed the following set of values and all staff expected to work within these; Supporting our community, Empowering our community, Respecting our community, Caring for our community. Additional Duties All staff at Deputy Head of School Level and above (including staff on NJC Terms & Conditions, band 6 and above) are required to participate in day, evening and holiday cover rotas as required. Health & Safety All Staff are required to contribute to a healthy and safe working environment and to adhere to all health and safety regulations and College policies. Risk Management All staff have a responsibility for ensuring that risks are managed at College, team and individual level. This process will include the assessment and effective control of all acceptable risk situations. Budget Holders All Budget holders will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of a balanced budget across their area of responsibility, including the delivery of any agreed cost improvement programmes. Training Staff will be expected to participate in staff training and development activities to update and enhance their own knowledge, skills and professional competence needed to fulfil the role effectively. Reserve List Please note that a reserve list may be created from this post from which further appointments may be made should the same or a similar post arise within twelve months of the interview date. Please note such posts may be based at any College Campus. Selection Criteria Essential Assessment Criteria: Hold a minimum of 5 GCSEs, grade A-C or equivalent, including English Language and Maths. Have a minimum of one year’s clerical or administration experience, within the last five years. Experience of computerized management information systems, data input and data retrieval. Demonstrate an ability to work in a confidential environment. Demonstrate an ability to develop effective working relationships and work as part of a team. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills. Desirable Assessment Criteria: Have previous clerical or administration experience within a HR/Personnel environment. Demonstrate an understanding of HR procedures and standard practices.
