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Main Purpose of Post/Job Summary The postholder will be responsible for maintaining a high level of general cleanliness, general maintenance and upkeep, ensuring a friendly and efficient service to the public. Driving duties and other services to support the activities of the Section in keeping with the Council’s aims and values. Duties and Responsibilities Cleaning the entire premises including main rooms, stairways, passages, cloakrooms, toilets, offices, internal windows etc. Use all industrial/powered cleaning equipment and chemicals in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines and Health & Safety regulations of COSHH manual. Prepare and lay out Centre as the occasion demands. As the main keyholder have responsibility for ensuring that the Centre is opened and locked as required as responding to callouts as and when available. Salary 185 Reports to Community Facilities Manager Base Location See terms and conditions. Based in either Cloughreagh Community Centre, Bessbrook Community Centre or Greenbank Depot, this post will work across the Council District of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. Car user Casual Access NI Check N/A Rehabilitation of Offenders Non Excepted Directorate / Department Active & Healthy Communities / Community Development Security of premises to include the inspection of premises after use to ensure that no article has been left behind that would incur damage to the premises and see that all doors and windows are firmly locked and secured. Ensure that the heating apparatus is in working order. Report to the Line Manager, or other designated supervisor on damages, loss, repairs, etc, to the building and other defects to ensure the continued safe running of the centre. Remove graffiti and debris from around the outside of the premises, to preserve the appearance of the building and maintain a tidy site. To keep clean, brush and litter pick the grounds surrounding the premises on a regular basis. Receipt and storage of materials, supplies and equipment. Maintenance of stock and stores of cleaning items and the efficient use of same. First aid repairs to minor damage of equipment, building etc. Carry out other duties as directed by the Line Manager or other designated supervisor. Respond to enquiries by telephone or personal callers, providing quality information to the public in relation to the Community Centre. Responsible for issuing and completing booking forms and maintain a desk diary of booking requests and approvals. To include issuing copies of conditions of hire. Responsible for handling and safeguard Newry, Mourne and Down District Council cash and cheques and prepare all monies as required in compliance with section policy on cash handling. Driving Duties Drive and be responsible for any vehicle allocated. Duties will include vehicle checks requiring routine maintenance, e.g. oil and water checks and cleaning, transporting goods, equipment and personnel and completion of associated paperwork. Whilst not driving, undertake ancillary duties as appropriate. Responsible for the constant movement of all stock/equipment in relation to summer festivals, major events and community events and for completion of associated paperwork. General Carry out duties in compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Order 1978 (as amended); Acts of Parliament; Statutory Instruments and Regulations and other legal requirements; and all Council Policies and Procedures including Dignity at Work, Health and Safety, Attendance and all relevant Codes of Conduct. Undertake the duties in such a way as to enhance and promote the positive reputation of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. Lead by example by behaving at all times in accordance with the Council’s values and promote same within the organisation and externally. Undertake all aspects of work respecting confidentiality and ensure that personal and/or sensitive information under the control or access of the postholder is used, stored and maintained in accordance with relevant data protection legislation. Contribute to Corporate, Departmental and Regional working groups as required. When required, assist in the execution of the Council’s Emergency and Business Continuity Plans. Promote diversity across the organisation and in the Department by adhering to the Council’s Equal Opportunity policies and procedures and avoiding all forms of discrimination both as an employer and a service provider. The list of duties / responsibilities must not be considered comprehensive nor exhaustive. They are simply a summary of the main duties / responsibilities that the post holder will be required to undertake. No Job Description can cover every issue that may arise within the post at various times and the post holder is expected to carry out other duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with those in this Job Description. The Person Caretaker/Driver Employees/Applicants must be capable of undertaking the duties and responsibilities as set out in the Job Description and fulfil the requirements of this Person Specification; which will be assessed through the appointment process. Employees/Applicants must be suitably qualified and experienced, be able to meet the criteria set out in this Person Specification and demonstrate they possess the key competencies for the position at an Operational. Qualifications and Experience Current ordinary driving licence (Category B) • Application Form • Driving licence • Driving Assessment Experience: At least one year’s previous experience in a working environment in ALL of the following areas: • Cleaning • Caretaking • Security duties At least 6 months’ working experience in a customer facing role. Previous experience of operating electrical and mechanical cleaning equipment. Technical Skills and Knowledge: Have a good knowledge of Health and Safety relevant to the post Essential Criteria Method of Assessment* Experience: At least 6 months’ previous experience of cash handling and keeping associated records in a work environment. Previous experience of operating heating plant equipment. Where a high volume of applications are received, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council reserves the right to apply an assessment in order to identify those candidates who most closely meet the criteria for the role.
Analytical Laboratory Coordinator
Analytical Laboratory Coordinator Location : Craigavon, Northern Ireland Hours : 37.5 Hours Per Week, Monday – Friday. Flexible working schedule. Business Unit : Almac Sciences Open To: Internal & External Applicants Ref No.: HRJOB11803 The Opportunity Join Almac Sciences as an Analytical Laboratory Coordinator and play a key role in supporting the development of life-changing medicines. We're recruiting at either Coordinator or Senior level, depending on your experience. Please review the attached Job Descriptions to establish the duties and criteria at each level. Working in a fast-paced and collaborative analytical laboratory environment, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the laboratory. Acting as a central point of coordination, you will work closely with laboratory teams to maintain a safe, efficient and compliant working environment that supports the successful delivery of client projects. In this varied role, you will oversee activities such as equipment qualification and lifecycle management, laboratory compliance programmes, 5S initiatives, maintenance planning, and laboratory improvement projects. You will help ensure facilities, equipment, documentation and processes meet GMP and regulatory requirements while driving operational excellence across the laboratory. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys organisation, problem solving and working with a wide range of stakeholders. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on laboratory performance, supporting scientists and technical teams by ensuring the infrastructure, systems and processes they rely on operate effectively and efficiently. Essential Candidate Criteria * Higher Level Qualification in relevant discipline, including significant industry experience, may be considered in Lieu of Degree Qualification Why Almac? At Almac, you’ll be part of a global organisation where collaboration, innovation and quality are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a supportive environment that encourages continuous improvement, professional development and the opportunity to work on projects that make a real difference to patients worldwide. If you are a driven project management professional with a passion for genomics and client delivery, we would love to hear from you. Reward A competitive salary and excellent benefits package are available, including generous holiday allowance, healthcare reimbursement scheme, and the opportunity to work in a role that directly supports patient safety and the advancement of clinical research. Apply Now Apply online by uploading your CV (PDF format preferred). Please ensure your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria outlined above. Closing Date We will no longer be accepting applications after Sunday 30th August 2026 at 17:00 RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CVs received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.
Analytical Development Chemist
Analytical Development Chemist Location : Craigavon Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week. Monday to Friday, flexible working hours. Business Unit: Almac Sciences Open To: Internal & External Applicants Ref No.: HRJOB11783 The Role We are currently recruiting for talented Analytical Chemists to join our Analytical Development team, within Almac Sciences. Post holders will be responsible for performing development and phase appropriate validation of analytical methods in support of API manufacturing projects for small molecules and/or peptides. These include, but are not limited to, determination of assay and related substances by HPLC/UHPLC/GC, determination of residual solvent content by GC, determination of water content by KF, counter ion content by IC. Advancing human health requires exceptional people - your talent, experience and passion will be the perfect match. Together we will make an exceptional difference to the health of countless patients all over the world. Candidate Criteria Closing Date We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Sunday 30th August 2026 RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CVs received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited, and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.
Project Worker, Short Breaks
The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit the following staff member: Project Worker – Short Breaks Reference 26-170-PW-SB-WEB Job Role Project Worker - Short Breaks Location Southern Health & Social Care Trust Area (Craigavon & Banbridge Area) Contract Temporary -Initially 3 months Salary Starting on £28,525 per annum (pro rata) Hours 37 hours per week (30 hours direct contact with families and 7 hours administration flexible (agile) working is available for the completion of administration) Please note: Due to the nature of our work with young people, the majority of the Service is delivered late afternoons, evenings and weekends (not Sunday) The Service Short Breaks is a fun and exciting service providing individual support to children and young people with, disabilities, autism and brain injury some of whom may display behaviours that challenge. The service proves one to one social and emotional support to children and young people. To enable them to develop friendships and access social and recreational opportunities within their local community, whilst providing parents and carers with a regular short break. The Role The Project worker will work to enable young people to access a range of fun activities within their own home or their local area on a one-to-one basis. It may be attending a local youth club, educational play such as arts and crafts or supporting the young people in sporting or other social/leisure activities. The Project Worker will provide personal care and transport to young people where necessary, and this may include some manual handling task Benefits Essential Criteria 1. An RQF/NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Health & Social Care or 5 GCSEs A-C including English Language, or equivalent qualification in relevant field, AND Minimum of 6 months’ paid experience in a caring role providing direct care and support to individuals OR 2 years paid experience in a caring role providing direct care and support to individuals AND be willing to complete RCF/NVQ Level 2 certificate in Health & Social Care within 18 months of appointment 2. Proficiency in IT skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Teams, Zoom 3. Ability to work independently with good organisational, communication & interpersonal skills. Apply: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Closing Date: Friday, 28th August 2026 at 10:00 am THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Please Note – The Cedar Foundation does not offer Sponsorship.
Parent Support Worker, Maternity Cover
Parent Support Worker – Maternity Cover Location: Dungannon & Armagh - Remote BCM Early Intervention + Prevention family support service Salary: £30,283.5 per annum (£15.53 per hour) Contract: Fixed Term – Maternity Cover Work hours: 37.5 Hours per week 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 delivering services across Northern Ireland to support people at their point of need. BCM Parents' Support programme aims to help parents and their children (5–13-year-olds) by offering both emotional and practical support through early intervention. This is offered via home-based support, formal group work and informal peer support groups to parents. What we can offer you Please refer to the job description for further details. Belfast Central Mission is an Equal Opportunities Employer. 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.
Catering Assistant
Salary: Scale 3 SCP 7-9 £26,403 - £27,254 per annum pro rata based on 37 hours per week Hours: 15 hours per week on a rota basis. Please see sample rota below, which is subject to change. The post holder will be required to work outside normal hours including public holidays, evenings and weekends to facilitate the needs of the Service. Duration: Fixed-Term contract for 6 months, may be extended The Council may retain a list of reserve candidates arising from this recruitment for any vacancies which may arise which are the same or similar and are of an equal grade of pay throughout the Council area. Such a reserve list will be compiled and held for a period of 12 months. All employees are expected to model the Customer Care behaviours of “Serve Passionately, Engage Positively and Deliver Consistently.” JOB PURPOSE: The postholder will ensure the provision of high-quality food, while working to all standards, policies and procedures, ensuring a high-quality customer service. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Input to menu planning for the Café and for Events at the Centre. Preparation and cooking connected with a full range of meals, includes portion control and function catering. Preparation of specialised Barista style teas and coffees. Provide a counter/table/buffet service to customers. Cleaning duties e.g., dishes, tables, catering areas, floors and equipment and specialised cleaning. Handling cash, includes till transactions, preparation of floats, and reconciliation of cash at end of shifts. Undertake stock control duties including stock rotation, stock taking, ordering and inventory checks. Be responsible for securing the Café area at the end of shift in line with Councils policy and procedures. Act as team leader, in the absence of the Catering Manager and oversee work of casual catering staff. Carry out similar duties in any other Council facility if required. Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by Management. Maintaining excellent hygiene standards and implementing health and safety and security processes using systems and keeping records in accordance with current legislation and guidelines e.g., HACCP, COSHH. Maintain all equipment food commodities, cutlery etc, in good working order and report all detects and deficiencies. Contribute to increasing number of visitors to the Lough Neagh Discovery Centre through high quality provision and customer service. Report all incidents or accidents, fire, loss, theft, damage, unfit food or other irregularities. Facilitate buffet service and evening bookings as required. Undertake any other relevant duties that may be required and are commensurate with the nature and grade of the post. Please note - employees must remain on site for the duration of all breaks which may be interrupted due to the requirements of the service. Paid meal breaks are normally of half hour duration. The timing of such breaks will be determined by operational requirements. Employees will be reimbursed this time. In addition to the standard pre-employment checks this position will also be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Basic AccessNI check. Please note that completed applications must be submitted not later than the closing date and time as stated on the application form. Qualifications and training • Level 2 Food Safety Certificate (or equivalent). * Experience • One years’ experience within a catering environment including the preparation of food • Working in a customer facing role delivering high quality customer care • Cash handling Key skills, knowledge and attributes • Proven ability to work well as part of a team • Good communication skills
Bereavement Manager
The postholder will be the strategic lead for the delivery of a modern, high-quality, cost-effective bereavement service in line with Council objectives and to ensure that the service is provided in a sensitive and helpful manner. All employees have the opportunity to request flexible working from the first day of their employment. Flexible working provisions are dependent on the role being undertaken. Successful applicants are encouraged to discuss with the relevant manager/ HR, what flexible working provisions may be available in the role they are taking up, prior to commencing employment. All correspondence in relation to your application will be sent via e-mail. Please ensure a valid e-mail address and phone number is provided when filling out the application form. Applicants must advise of any changes to contact details during the process. Applicants should ensure that they check their e-mails including junk folder regularly. Please download the Job Description and Person Specification as these will not be available after the advertisement. Human Resources Section (Craigavon Office) Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council Lakeview Road Craigavon Co Armagh BT64 1AL Tel: 0300 0300 900 Ext: 62014/61705
Housekeeper
Experience • Six months’ cleaning experience in a work environment. Key skills, knowledge and attributes • Attention to detail and ability to clean to a high standard; • Understanding of health and safety requirements; • Good organisational skills; • Ability to interpret written instructions; • Basic record-keeping skills; • Effective verbal communication skills; • Flexible approach to work demands. 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 Housekeeper, you will keep the centre clean, tidy and hygienic to ensure an excellent standard of facility for all customers. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clean and tidy all areas, as defined within the specification and operating manuals for the Centre to a high standard, ensuring compliance with health & safety procedures. Remain fully conversant with all emergency procedures and take part, as trained and directed, in emergency situations. Organise and maintain chemical and equipment stores and usage in compliance with safety standards (COSHH). Report all/any areas of concern e.g. safety, maintenance or hygiene. Keep records as required. Provide customers with information and assistance, as appropriate. Be flexible and collaborative and actively support all colleagues and other activities or processes which impact on the performance of the Centre. Undertake any other relevant duties that may be required and are commensurate with the nature and the grade of the post.
Analytical Technical Leader
Analytical Technical Leader Location : Craigavon Hours : 37.5 hours, Monday – Friday. Flexible working hours. Business Unit: Almac Sciences Open To: Internal and External Applicants Ref No .: HRJOB11790 The Role Almac Sciences are seeking a skilled Analytical Technical Leader, with experience in Method development and validation. The role involves leading projects through a mixture of laboratory and desk-based work with additional supervisory responsibilities. The Analytical Technical Leader will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, ranging from early phase clinical studies to commercial readiness for API small molecules up to larger complex molecules and across a wide range of therapeutic indications. You will be responsible for demonstrating expertise in the technical aspects of the job and maintaining a strong understanding of internal procedures and regulatory aspects. You will actively contribute to implementing best practices and stay updated on advancements in technology related to the job. Strong customer focus is required, including being responsive to customer requirements and maintaining effective communication both internally and externally. Candidate Criteria Closing Date We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Sunday 30th August 2026 RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CVs received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited, and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.
Economic Engagement Manager
The successful postholder will have a customer focused approach to providing high quality and responsive support to local and regional businesses or community organisations. They will support the Head of Business Skills and Economic Engagement or Head of Innovation and Economic Engagement in establishing the College as the leading regional centre for professional and technical skills training and business support services. This is a full time temporary position within the College up until 30th April 2028. Closing date for applications is Friday 28th August 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.
