Nursery Assistant

Nursery Assistant- Full-time Permanent- Clearly Kids Lisburn Are you passionate about working with young children? Do you have a caring and patient nature? We’re looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our vibrant team, where you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children, all while enjoying a fantastic work-life balance. Our award-winning nursery is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join their team! This is a full-time position, working 36 hours per week over 4 days between 7.15am and 6.00pm, according to a weekly rota. As a Nursery Assistant, you will play a crucial role in assisting in the daily care and supervision of the children and supporting the overall well-being of each child under your care. Why Join Us? 4-Day Working Week – More time for you to relax, explore hobbies, or spend time with loved ones! Supportive Environment – Work with a friendly, dedicated team of professionals who are committed to providing exceptional care and education. Personal Development – Receive ongoing funded training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career. Job responsibilities: - Responsible for the daily needs of the children in the nursery - Arranging and conducting play activities  - Changing duties - Feeding duties - Cleaning duties  - Assist the team to develop and implement play programmes - Maintain daily reports and observation records  - Maintain open communication with parents, keeping them informed of their child's progress and daily activities  ​​​- Any other reasonable duties as required by management  Essential criteria: - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Reliable, punctual and able to handle the physical demands of the job  - Patient with a positive attitude  - Ability to work well in a team and independently  Desirable Criteria: - NVQ level 2 in childcare (or be working towards this) - CACHE diploma or equivalent - Previous experience in a day nursery or childcare setting ​​​​​​​- Working toward a qualification  Job Benefits: - Company Pension  - Reduced Chilcare costs  - Free parking  - Company incentives  - Funded Personal Development Oppertunities  - Uniform provided  - Uniform allowance  ​​​​​​​ Access Ni Enhanced check  As part of our vetting process we will ask you to complete and Enhanced Check through Access NI which we will fund. ​​​​​​​If you’re looking for a rewarding career in early years education, with a great balance between work and life, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and start your journey with us. ​​​​​​​ Email- Amyb@cleardaynurseries. com with any queries.  * ​​​​​​​Must be aged 18 or over at the time of application

Accounts Administrator

Do you possess excellent communication and teamwork skills? Can you carry out tasks with a high degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail? The ideal person will have / be: Essential Criteria If you believe you can demonstrate these skills, please click the Apply button and if successful, we can offer an outstanding career opportunity. If you prefer, please send your CV to applications@agnews.co.uk. ​​​​​​​In addition to filling this vacancy Agnews, reserve the right to create a reserve list of successful applicants in merit order. The list may remain live for up to 6 months or until exhausted, whichever is sooner. If the same post or similar post becomes available during the “live” period, you may be offered the post, if eligible and based on the information you have previously provided.

Associate Dentist

We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Dentist to be part of our family run group of Practices and to join our team in Duke Street on a part time basis. Days required would be Thursday and Friday. There is an established list available which includes a number of private patients. Denplan is offered at this practice. We pride ourselves on offering an excellent quality of care and service to our patients. Our practices are equipped with Digital X-Rays, Software of Excellence Practice Management Software and Rotary Endodontics. Benefits:

Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager (Job Ref: 26N/CSPM) Randox Laboratories continues to develop disruptive innovations in Diagnostics and Healthcare globally. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland for the second consecutive year in the Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies List for 2024. With our ever increasing number of new clinics opening on the high street across the UK and Ireland, we require several new staff members to join our Facilities team We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Construction Project Manager to join our Facilities team. Location : Randox Laboratories, 55 Diamond Road, Crumlin, BT29 4QY. However, travel to our sites across the UK and Ireland will also be required.  Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent Working Hours : 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 08.40 to 17.20, or longer days Monday to Thursday with half day Friday. What does this role involve? This role is responsible for managing construction projects from inception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The role involves coordinating internal teams, contractors, consultants, and stakeholders while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and regulatory requirements. Key duties of the role include:  Project Delivery • Plan, manage, and deliver construction projects from feasibility and design through construction and handover. • Develop and manage project programmes, budgets, risk registers, and procurement plans. • Monitor project progress and take corrective action to address delays, cost overruns, or risks. Stakeholder Management • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders. • Lead project meetings, site meetings, and progress reviews. • Manage relationships to ensure alignment with project objectives. Commercial & Contract Management • Manage contracts in line with agreed terms (e.g. JCT, NEC). • Review and approve payment applications, variations, and final accounts. Health, Safety & Compliance • Ensure compliance with all relevant health & safety legislation and company policies. • Ensure works comply with building regulations, standards, and planning conditions. Quality & Handover • Ensure quality standards are met through inspections and audits. • Manage snagging, commissioning, and handover documentation. Essential Criteria: • Proven experience as a Project Manager in construction (building, civil, fit-out, or infrastructure). • Strong knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, and site operations. • Experience managing budgets, programmes, and contracts. • Good understanding of UK health & safety legislation (e.g. CDM Regulations). • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and contractors effectively. • Proficient in project reporting and use of common project management tools. • Full UK driving licence.  • Flexibility to travel throughout the UK and Ireland.  Desirable Criteria: • Degree or HND in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Surveying, or similar. • Professional qualification or working towards membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, or ICE. • Formal Project Management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, APM, PMP). • Experience with NEC and/or JCT contracts. • Experience managing large-scale or multi-site projects. • Knowledge of sustainability standards (e.g. BREEAM, Net Zero, ESG requirements).

Costing And Warranty Controller

Do you thrive on delivering great service to customers? Can you demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail? The ideal person will have/be: If you believe you can demonstrate these skills, please click the Apply button and if successful, we can offer an outstanding career opportunity. If you prefer, please send your CV to applications@agnews.co.uk. In addition to filling this vacancy Agnews, reserve the right to create a reserve list of successful applicants in merit order. The list may remain live for up to 6 months or until exhausted, whichever is sooner. If the same post or similar post becomes available during the “live” period, you may be offered the post, if eligible and based on the information you have previously provided.

Front Of House Supervisor

Mount Charles Group are one of the largest and privately owned soft Facilities Management, catering and ancillary service/product providers in Ireland. If you are a customer focused individual and want to join a fun and family orientated business which believes people are our greatest asset, then we have a role for you! Our family values speak for themselves:  Do the right thing, Have fun & grow together, Take pride in what you do! The Mount Charles Group has an exciting opportunity for a Front of House Supervisor to join its team at Belfast International Airport, Antrim. Working Pattern: The Mount Charles Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Please note, the successful applicant's offer is subject to the Access NI (Basic) check prior to commencement of role. Mount Charles Group has a policy on recruiting ex-offenders, a copy of which is available upon request. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from working for the Mount Charles Group.  ​​​​ GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE

Mobile Food Service Assistant

Mount Charles Group are one of the largest and privately owned soft Facilities Management, catering and ancillary service/product providers in Ireland. If you are a customer focused individual and want to join a fun and family orientated business which believes people are our greatest asset, then we have a role for you! Our family values speak for themselves: Do the right thing, Have fun & grow together, Take pride in what you do! We are currently recruiting for a Mobile Food Service Assistant to join our team based in the Belfast area. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: The Mount Charles Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. ​​​Due to the number of applicants Mount Charles receives, we only respond to short-listed applicants. If you have not been contacted within six weeks of the closing date, you have not been selected for interview. Please note, the successful applicant's offer is subject to the Access NI (Enhanced) check prior to commencement of role. The Access NI Code of Practice is available upon request. Mount Charles Group has a policy on recruiting ex-offenders, a copy of which can be provided upon request. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from working for the Mount Charles Group. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE

Agricultural Product Development Project Associate

Vice Principal

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HR Support Specialist

Role Description The HR Support Specialist provides comprehensive support across recruitment, employee relations, attendance management, and HR operations. The role ensures smooth HR processes and contributes to a positive employee and candidate experience while working towards strict deadlines with a high volume workload. They support strategic HR priorities including employee engagement, performance culture, and workforce planning across all directorates. We are looking for an applicant who is: ▪ Motivated with excellent people skills and highly professional attitude ▪ A confident PC user with intermediate Word and Excel skills ▪ A strong multi-tasker with excellent organisational skills ▪ Able to prioritise conflicting deadlines ▪ Attentive to detail ▪ Able to use their own initiative ▪ Hands-on, with a confident, 'can do' attitude ▪ Dynamic, flexible and hard-working ▪ An experienced Specialist Role Responsibilities Recruitment and Resourcing • Identify and track recruitment metrics, for example, equality information and generate equality reports to meet regulatory reporting responsibilities • Provide comprehensive end to end support for high volume recruitment activity including creation and posting of job adverts across a range of platforms, distributing application packs, preparing interview materials and communicating with candidates and recruiting managers within the business • Co-ordinate high volume recruitment including scheduling interviews, taking minutes, tracking actions, and communicating feedback on shortlisting and interviews throughout the recruitment journey • HR systems maintenance to ensure competency and physical capability assessments across all roles including accurate record-keeping to support management decision making in recruitment and selection exercises • Lead the onboarding process for new employees including scheduling inductions, inviting business representatives to present and delivering the HR session • Act as the first point of contact for queries and concerns from candidates and escalate as required • Make informed decisions on operational matters involving recruitment and selection ensuring alignment with established policies and procedures • Work as part of a team providing support to a wide range of stakeholders • Provide advice and guidance to hiring managers/employees/candidates/colleagues on the recruitment process and all relevant policies, procedures and practices • Manage the end to end recruitment and selection training process supporting Recruitment Specialists in delivering training and tracking, recording and coordinating all activities in line with the Recruitment & Selection Policy • Ensure timely and accurate records are retained to support management decision making, particularly in recruitment and onboarding processes • Maintain responsiveness to queries and uphold compliance with HR policies. Records must also meet regulatory reporting requirements e.g. Equality monitoring • Contribute to building the company’s employer brand by promoting a positive image to potential candidates during recruitment events such as work experience programme • Network with potential candidates at outreach events to promote NI Water as an Employer of Choice for example careers fairs • Contribute ideas and feedback to enhance HR operations and recruitment practises. Play an active role in company projects for example, migration from Oracle to FCS • Identify and implement improvements in recruitment and HR processes ensuring efficiency and compliance • Provide advice on processes, raise contractual issues, respond to queries, manage scheduling and logistics in recruitment campaigns • Administer all new employee and promotion/transfer information with regards to Payroll, Pensions, Facilities, Occupational Health and Telecoms and maintain regular correspondence with relevant staff to ensure appropriate action • Raise PO’s and liaise with suppliers to support recruitment activities, for example, employee induction and work experience programmes Employee Relations • Assist HR management in the administration of grievances, disciplinary actions and other ER issues, collating case-files, and note-taking at meetings, following up on these with employees and managers • Create and update personnel records both in hard copy and using the ORACLE HRIT system ensuring maintenance of accurate staff structures within each function • Process resignations, retirements, special leave, annual leave and reference requests • Co-ordinate, input and receipt HR-related invoices and purchase orders in line with budgetary provisions • Attend Trade Union Quarterly Meetings, JIC, LCC and Service Whitley to support on note taking and following up actions Managing Attendance • Correspond with Occupational Health provider to arrange appointments for NIW staff, new start employees and handle related internal administration to support the corporate attendance KPI • Liaise with line managers and employees in relation to fitness for work tasks and provide advice in relation to same • Support Attendance Manager in carrying out Managing Attendance meetings including minute taking, recording and tracking actions to be taken forward • Co-ordinate monthly and quarterly contract meetings with occupational health provider including minute taking recording and tracking actions • Manage the end to end health surveillance process tracking, recording and coordinating all activities to ensure utilisation of available appointments • Ensure health and safety compliance by coordinating all periodic medicals within agreed timescales, including referrals and liaising with employee and Occupational Health • Maintain relevant databases, absence management records and all relevant correspondence • Build relationships with key stakeholders including occupational health provider, employees and line managers • Collate and analyse fitness for work data to report to Directors and Heads of Functions to inform resourcing decision-making • Manage, track and co-ordinate the attendance and assessment renewal mailbox queries • Make informed decisions on operational matters involving attendance guided by organisational policy and procedures. Escalate when necessary • Contribute ideas and feedback to enhance attendance and health surveillance processes. Actively participate in company projects for example provider transition from BHSF to Optima • Identify and implement improvements in attendance tracking and health surveillance processes • Provide advice on health surveillance processes, raise contractual issues, respond to queries, manage scheduling and logistics in arranging appointments • Maintain frequent communication across multiple channels to a range of stakeholders including HR colleagues, line managers, employees, Trade Union representatives internally and external Occupational Health providers Budget and People Management Responsibilities • NA Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of duties and the post holder will be required to carry out other duties as required. Entry Requirements Applicants MUST be able to demonstrate in their application and where necessary at interview: ESSENTIAL CRITERIA A minimum of five GCSEs including Maths and English at grade C or above or equivalent. Minimum of six months experience in an administrative role. Proficient in the use of current IT packages, in particular Outlook/Microsoft Word/PowerPoint and Excel. The ability to communicate confidently, clearly and concisely both orally and in writing, with a wide variety of stakeholders both inside and outside the organisation. DESIRABLE CRITERIA In the event of a large number of applications, candidates may be short-listed on the following desirable criteria, in this order: Have a minimum of six months’ experience of HR administration. Hold or are working towards a HR qualification. Competencies The candidate should demonstrate the following competencies in the candidate response and interview process through examples and outcomes: Planning and Organising • Ability to meet tight deadlines to required standards by planning and organising own workload. Customer Focus • Ability to work effectively in a team and build and maintain effective working relationships with NI Water staff and stakeholders. Information and Communication • Ability to communicate effectively. • The ability to provide individuals with information so that they can make accurate decisions. • The ability to communicate effectively to all levels in a confident, clear and succinct manner. Problem Solving & Decision Making • Strong analytical and problem solving skills together with the ability to make soundly based decisions. Confidentiality • Understand the need for confidentiality and discretion when dealing with sensitive data. Other competencies related to the role may be tested at interview stage. What is on Offer Salary This Band 7a role offers a competitive remuneration package with a salary scale of £26,741 - £32,683 per annum (further pay award pending). Salaries are reviewed annually effective 1st April. Duration of Appointment Full-time, Fixed-Term for 12 Months. Location Westland House, 40 Old Westland Road BELFAST, BT14 6TE Benefits Not only will you be working for one of Northern Ireland’s top companies, you will also receive a number of company benefits to include: • Generous annual leave and public holidays • Flexible working and family friendly policies • Hybrid working (available for certain roles after 3 months following onboarding and training) • Occupational sick pay • Employee assistance programmes • Cycle to work scheme • Volunteering support Pension As well as a competitive remuneration package, NI Water offers an excellent DB pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 26.2% (rate subject to pension fund valuation). Annual Leave Full-time employees receive 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 days after 10 years of service, in addition to public and privilege holidays. Part-time employees are entitled to a pro rata equivalent. Health & Wellbeing Programmes NI Water offers a multi award winning Health and Wellbeing programme offering a range of benefits and initiatives to support physical, mental, financial and social health including: • Seasonal health campaigns • Wellbeing Roadshows twice a year across all hubs, including free vaccinations and health checks • A range of social networks and support forums