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Nursery Assistant- Full-time Permanent- Dundonald Our award-winning nursery, Little Gems, 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 7am 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. Job responsibilities: - Responsible for the daily needs of the children in the nursery - Developing and implementing play activities - Changing duties - Feeding duties - Cleaning duties - 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 Benefits: - Competitive salary - Uniform provided - Training and development opportunities - Pension and annual leave - Strong team and company culture * Must be aged 18 or over at the time of application
Store Yard Person
With 17 branches, a strong on-line trading platform and centralised warehousing and distribution facilities Fane Valley Stores is Northern Irelands leading supplier of animal health and agricultural products to farmers and the rural community. Our aim is to exceed the expectations of our customers. We are currently recruiting for a Store Yard Person to join the team based at our Lisbane Store. The role has full time hours, but we will consider part time working hours. Store Yard Person Job Ref No: FVS/SYP/05/24 The Role: In return, the company offers an attractive rate of pay and benefits package which includes Healthcare Plan for employees and their children under 18, Company Pension & Life Assurance, Health & Well-Being strategy which incorporates a range of on-going initiatives and programmes. To request an application form please contact the HR Department at Fane Valley. Email: hr@fanevalley.com, Tel: (028) 9261 0480 or apply on our GET GOT platform: https://fanevalley.getgotjobs.co.uk Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 5.00pm Monday 20th May 2024. Fane Valley Stores is an equal opportunities employer
Senior Planning Officer
Planning plays a vital role in delivering sustainable development that is responsive to the priorities and needs of local people. The post holder will be required to contribute to the effective service delivery of the Planning Department in furthering sustainable development through balancing of complex social, economic, and environmental factors in the formulation of policies and local development plans, in determining planning applications and carrying out appropriate enforcement. The post holder may be required to work in any of the three sections of Development Management, Development Plan or Enforcement. Please Note
Recycling Attendants
PURPOSE AND FUNCTION OF THE POST The post holder will be primarily based at one of the Councils 9 Household Recycling Centres (HRCs) but may be required to work at any of the other HRCs on occasion to meet the needs of the service. The post holder will be responsible to the HRC Supervisor for the day-to-day operation of the Councils HRCs. To undertake all duties associated with the operation of the Household Recycling Centre/Amenity Site to ensure that all domestic and commercial waste is disposed of in accordance with the Council’s policy for recycling whilst providing the highest level of customer care at all times. The Household Recycling Centres are licensed Waste Management facilities and must operate in accordance with licensing conditions stipulated by DAERA (NIEA) including being manned at all times whilst open. The post holder will be required to work unsupervised and must demonstrate good customer care with site users. The postholder is required as key-holder to open and close the site PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. To open, close, secure, work in and control access to the Household Recycling Centres at appropriate times as instructed by the Supervisor/Manager. 2. To ensure that the site (including staff buildings) is kept clean and tidy and that all waste is stored in an appropriate manner. Ensuring sufficient stock of cleaning materials and equipment are on site, by reporting to Supervisor. 3. To use plant and equipment including but not limited to the compactor, woodroller, cardboard bailer which are provided at the site to control, process or handle waste. This includes general maintenance of equipment (for example Health and safety inspections and reporting of defects) and ensuring supplies for equipment are available, by reporting to Supervisor. 4. To ensure all buildings within the site and the perimeter of the site, including associated footpaths are kept clean and tidy, and partake in all cleansing schedules for the site. 5. To ensure all relevant data (both digital and non-digital) is captured and stored in line with Council policies in either paper or digital form eg on a electronic device such as a hand held or desk based computer/Mobile/Tablet, site licence and Council procedures. This includes commercial vehicle control data, Waste Transfer Notes and Consignment Notes. 6. To advise, assist and direct members of the public where and how to segregate and deposit waste including hazardous material for example oils, batteries, paints and florescent tubes in compliance with the site rules. 7. To ensure the segregation of waste including defined hazardous waste is properly handled and stored. Ensuring that only appropriate waste is accepted at the site in accordance with its Waste Management License and Operational plan. 8. To control the flow of traffic within the site particularly at times of high usage. Ensuring one way systems are adhered to, where applicable, to minimise the risk of vehicle (both Council and approved private contractor) accidents and for injuries to pedestrians on site. To assist drivers of collection vehicles while on site and ensure that the site users are kept at a safe distance by erection of temporary barriers. 9. To ensure that the filling and emptying of containers is managed efficiently at all times and especially at busy times to prevent site closure by contacting contractors’/ council collection by using communication equipment. 10. To record the tonnages of the various types of waste removed from the site (where appropriate). 11. To ensure that work activities at the site are carried out in compliance with health and safety legislation, the Councils EMS (ISO 14001), Safe Systems of Work and site licensing conditions 12. To liaise with external bodies during site inspections. 13. As the Recycling Centres also serve as Designated Collection Facilities (DCF’s) for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), ensure redundant electrical items are separated 14. To distribute salt and/or grit within the site and around the entrance and exit during periods of frost, ice or snow. 15. To immediately report and record any accidents, incidents, near misses, complaints, comments, breakdowns, non-permitted waste or damage at the site to the Supervisor. Maintaining site diary in accordance with Waste Management Licencing requirements. 16. To ensure that unauthorised persons are not on-site, policing illegal use of HRCs by commercial users. To ensure that commercial users present the appropriate paperwork in accordance with legislation. 17. To undertake the duties in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of the Council. 18. To comply with and ensure the site users comply with and promote equality, health and safety in accordance with Council Policies and legal requirement. 19. To assist with projects/initiatives from time to time in line with Recycling/Reuse promotions including surveys and competitions. 20. To undertake any other appropriate duties as may be allocated from time to time in accordance with the general nature of the post. Job summary The post holder will be primarily based at one of the Councils 9 Household Recycling Centres (HRCs) but may be required to work at any of the other HRCs on occasion to meet the needs of the service. The post holder will be responsible to the HRC Supervisor for the day-to-day operation of the Councils HRCs.To undertake all duties associated with the operation of the Household Recycling Centre/Amenity Site to ensure that all domestic and commercial waste is disposed of in accordance with the Council’s policy for recycling whilst providing the highest level of customer care at all times. The Household Recycling Centres are licensed Waste Management facilities and must operate in accordance with licensing conditions stipulated by DAERA (NIEA) including being manned at all times whilst open. The post holder will be required to work unsupervised and must demonstrate good customer care with site users. The postholder is required as key-holder to open and close the site. Please note
Parks And Cemeteries Area Operations Manager
The post holder will have daily operational and functional responsibility for the Parks & Cemeteries Service within the South area of the Borough including operational management and budgetary control of the parks, play and outdoor sports facilities, open spaces and cemeteries. They will have specific responsibility for developing, reviewing and promoting the Service. Supporting the Head of Service in development and implementation of Departmental and Service Business Plans. Managing the Parks & Cemeteries staff under their control and co-ordinating, developing, monitoring and planning work programmes. Please note
