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**Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application** Job Summary Working unsupervised or as part of a team, and in all weathers, the postholder will be mainly engaged in work in the Council’s Building Maintenance division but in general terms will be required to carry out the following duties at play areas/amenity areas/cemeteries and other sites as directed. Hours of work 36 Hours per week Duration of Appointment Permanent Work Pattern Monday 8:00am - 4:30pm, Tuesday - Friday 8:00am - 3:30pm Location Greenbank Depot, Newry Salary Scale 3, NJC spinal point 7 - 8, £26,403 - £26,824 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked). It is Council policy to appoint at minimum salary scale point.
Economic Engagement Executive
SALARY: £26,824 – £31,537 PER ANNUM LOCATION: NEWRY OR PORTADOWN (There may be a requirement to travel to other campuses) REPORTS TO: DESIGNATED ECONOMIC ENGAGEMENT MANAGER; PROJECT MANAGER; OR HEAD OF BUSINESS SKILLS & ECONOMIC ENGAGEMENT JOB PURPOSE The Business & Economic Engagement (BEE) Centre delivers on the College's strategic aim, “To be a valued partner in delivering outstanding support to local businesses and communities, supporting the local and regional economy.” The College recognises the importance of developing strong partnerships and working in collaboration with local businesses and communities in delivering for the economy. The College will deliver on this objective by delivering against the following aims: • To stimulate business innovation and productivity through a range of business support services. • To improve the skills and employability of the local and regional workforce. • To work collaboratively and in partnership with key stakeholders to co-design and deliver training and employability solutions. The BEE Centre plays a major role in identifying and responding to the needs of local business and industry. It aims to help companies of all sizes to innovate, compete and grow through the provision of a unique mix of technical and business know-how, skills development and research and development services. The BEE team also works closely with local community groups and organisations to deliver support to those with barriers to entry into education, training and employment. This work with employers and communities, and other valued partners, ensures that SRC delivers the skills solutions needed to support local and regional economic growth. The BEE Centre has three main pillars of support: Innovation and knowledge transfer Skills solutions for industry Community and inclusive workforce development The post-holder will work under the direction and guidance of either an Economic Engagement Manager, the Head of Business Skills & Economic Engagement, or a Project Manager to ensure an efficient and effective service, administrative and general support to the Business and Economic Engagement Team of the College. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES The successful candidate will be responsible for any or all of the following duties: Administrative & Operational Support • Provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to the BEE team across all projects and programmes. • Manage shared inboxes, correspondence, telephone and reception duties, acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. • Coordinate meetings, diaries and hospitality arrangements, including minute-taking and follow-up actions. • Maintain effective record-keeping and filing systems, including SharePoint and BEE electronic systems. • Support managers with staff time and attendance, risk register updates and specialist projects. • Assist with procurement processes, raising requisitions on Agresso and liaising with Finance as required. Data Management, Systems & Reporting • Maintain accurate employer, client and learner records across CRM, MIS, funder and programme databases, including data cleansing and follow-up of outstanding enquiries. Responsibility for designated BEE systems will be allocated across the executive team as required. • Coordinate course administration, including course setup, applications, enrolments, attendance monitoring, withdrawals, transfers, cancellations and learner communications. • Support employer recruitment and programme delivery through research, database development and ongoing project/programme monitoring. • Prepare, update and submit reports, statistics, claims, timesheets, expenses and journals to support management oversight, audit and funding requirements. • Administer funder and examination processes, including participant data entry, milestone claims monitoring, liaison with funders, and learner registration for external exams. Stakeholder, Client & Learner Engagement • Deliver high quality customer service and act as a key point of contact for clients, learners, employers, stakeholders and College staff. • Prepare learner and stakeholder communications, including course updates, cancellations and supporting engagement materials. • Support and coordinate BEE business engagement activities and events, including conferences, webinars, open days and information sessions. This will include all pre-event marketing and recruitment activities, support during events, as well as post-event evaluation. • Assist with employer outreach and recruitment activity, including cold-calling, telemarketing and direct marketing campaigns. Marketing, Communications & Promotion • Conduct research as required and build new client databases to aid recruitment to BEE programmes. • Maintain and update BEE marketing content, including website pages and core literature, in liaison with the College Marketing team. • Plan and deliver digital and direct marketing activity, including social media campaigns, ezines and mailshots, to support programme recruitment. (marketing duties will be required across the entire BEE department) • Collate and prepare promotional materials and supporting documentation for publications, funding bids, tenders and applications. General • Participate in the enrolment cover rota, as required. • 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 • 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. 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. It is anticipated that the post-holder will be required to adopt a flexible approach to the duties and responsibilities as outlined in this Job Description. This is a description of the job as it is at present constituted. It is the practice of the College to periodically examine employees’ job descriptions and to update them to ensure that they relate to the job as then being performed or to incorporate whatever changes are being proposed. This procedure is normally carried out through discussions between the post holder and the line manager. It is the College’s aim to reach agreement to reasonable changes following consultation with the post holder. PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION Applicants must, as a minimum, meet all of the essential eligibility criteria listed below. Eligibility Criteria Essential A Level 4 qualification (or higher) in any subject area. A pass grade at GCSE Level in English Language or Essential Skills Level 2 in Literacy, or an equivalent qualification. A pass grade at GCSE Level in Mathematics or Essential Skills Level 2 in Numeracy or NICATS Access Maths Modules, or an equivalent qualification. Demonstrate experience in two or more of the following areas: • Client Relationship Management • Digital Marketing & Social Media for Business • Event Management • PR & Communications • Customer Service One year’s relevant administrative experience (within the last five years) in a busy modern office. A working knowledge of a range of software packages including Microsoft Office Suite. Desirable Experience of administrative processes in the Further Education and/or Schools sector. 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.
Experienced Manufacturing Operative
Main Tasks/Activties: Benefits: • Free Life Assurance • Company Pension - salary sacrifice scheme • Healthcare cash plan • 32 days annual leave • Wedding Leave • Company Sick Pay • Company Maternity / Paternity • Paid bereavement leave • Cycle to Work Scheme • Tech Purchase Scheme • Employee Savings scheme • Employee well-being initiatives • Employee Assistance Programme • On-site free parking • Subsidised Canteen Facilities • Employee Perks scheme • Employee Recognition scheme • Career development opportunities Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk 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.
Teacher Of Key Stage Two
See attached job advert NB: Permanent Ful Time
Organisational Development Officer
To assist the Organisational Manager in enhancing organisational performance through workforce planning initiatives, learning and development interventions, talent development, and employee engagement and wellbeing to enhance the Council’s culture and branding and imbed PRIDE values and behaviour. Please note
Education And Outreach Officer
** Please read Recruitment Pack before completing your application form ** Main Purpose of Post/Job: To support the Museum and Heritage Services Manager in providing a high-quality museum service, and to be responsible for the delivery of an effective and efficient Museum Education Service for the benefit of the educational, voluntary, private and public sectors. Duration of Appointment: Permanent Salary: PO1, spinal point 29-32, £39,862 - £42,839 per annum Hours of Work: 36hrs Monday – Friday Location and transferability: Down County Museum, Downpatrick
Phlebotomist
Phlebotomist - Newry - (Job Ref: 26N/PNEW) Randox Health continues to be at the forefront of clinical diagnostics, dedicated to improving health worldwide with our disruptive technology and innovative diagnostic solutions. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Phlebotomist within our clinic in Newry. Location : 69 Hill St, Newry BT34 1DG. Contract Offered : Full-time, permanent Working Hours / Shifts : Alternating between a Monday to Friday and Tuesday to Saturday shift pattern. Start and finish times with be either 6.40am to 3.20pm, 7.40am to 4.20pm and 10.20am to 7pm. These shifts are subject to change. For this position, as you may be in contact with live blood samples, you must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or be able to get it following a successful interview stage. In line with Care Quality Commission guidelines, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced Access NI check. Right to Work Requirement Please note that this role requires candidates to have the legal right to work in the UK for a minimum of 12 months from the application date. This is to ensure completion of our 9-month probationary period and for any potential sponsorship decisions to be considered. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at the point of hire. What does the Phlebotomist role involve? This role is responsible for ensuring customers have an excellent experience from the moment they enter our clinic, taking blood samples from both private and corporate clients. This is a varied role that may also include the following responsibilities: • Conduct comprehensive client appointments, including blood and urine sample collection, personal health measurements, and data entry into our Patient Information Systems (PIS). • Demonstrate sensitive communication to ensure client understanding and consent. • Maintain accurate records in PIS, uploading all relevant documentation. • Represent the company professionally at offsite events and appointments. • Engage in upselling and cross-selling at our private health clinic. • Proactively drive sales and exceed targets. • Complete company forms, specimen labelling, and laboratory test order forms accurately. • Demonstrate high IT literacy in order to manager various software systems and daily tasks. Essential criteria: • Previous Phlebotomy experience and certificate or equivalent training. • Confident using IT programmes. • Flexibility with working hours, as required by the business inclusive of evenings and weekends. • Flexibility to work from offsite locations at least once per month. • Strong communication skills. • Currently have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. • Valid UK or Irish driving licence. Desirable: • Experience in a private healthcare setting. • Exeperience in customer service. • 2 years experience in Phlebotomy. • Sales / Retail experience.
Dispenser/trainee Dispenser
We have an excellent opportunity for a qualified Part Time Dispenser/Trainee Dispenser to work in our Clandeboye Road branch in Bangor. Working 16 hours per week on a permanent basis, between 9.00am and 6.00pm Monday to Friday, and 9.00am to 5.30pm Saturday, according to the rota. The successful candidate will be working 24 hours per week on a temporary basis for approximately 6 months to cover a period of absence. Additional hours may be required from time to time and applicants must be fully flexible to work according to the rota. Working as part of a team duties can include; sales of over the counter medicines, providing customers with information on symptoms and products, prescription receipt and collection, date checking, and the ordering, receiving and storing of pharmaceutical stock. Applicants must have excellent communication skills and have the ability to work accurately with attention to detail. Essential Criteria
Essential Skills Tutor, Numeracy
Essential Skills Tutor - Numeracy (Ref: E/ESTN/B/526) Job details: Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: Competitive Contract: Permanent Job Background: To be responsible for the delivery and assessment of Entry Level 1-3, Level 1-2 qualifications in Essential Skills Training - Numeracy in accordance with standards laid down by the Awarding Organisation. To be responsible for ensuring each Programme participant has the opportunity to achieve accreditation in Essential Skills Numeracy which is necessary to progress in training and work. Main Duties and Responsibilities: To develop and demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the guidelines of training programmes designed to increase the Essential Skills of learners To assess individual training needs in relation to the required level of Essential Skills Training as part of a formal induction process To take appropriate action to ensure each candidate has the maximum opportunity to attain an Essential Skills Training qualification within his or her ability To prepare and maintain group and individual learning plans To agree and compile Assessment Plans which demonstrate how Essential Skills Training will be delivered and assessed at key stages To create and maintain a warm, welcoming and supportive environment responsive to the needs of participants with multiple barriers to learning To be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive records of attendance and progress at Essential Skills classes Essential Criteria: Educated to 5 GCSE’s Grade C or above (or equivalent) including English and Maths Degree in Mathematics as per DfE requirements (circular 01/12) minimum of one-year previous experience delivering Numeracy. Desirable Criteria: A recognised teaching qualification or Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or UUJ Certificate in Teaching (CIT) A working knowledge of current Training & Employment Programmes A minimum of 1 year working with unemployed and young school leavers. Experience of reaching attainment targets of Essential Skills Numeracy qualification 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 with full job description are downloadable from https://bryson.getgotjobs.co.uk/home, where there is also the option to apply online. 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. Closing date for receipt of completed applications is: Wednesday 27th May 2026 at 6pm
Skilled Operative
**Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application** Job Summary Responsible for the day to day delivery of all building maintenance work, providing high quality service to Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. Carry out a full range of multi-skilled building maintenance duties with the emphasis on building maintenance works at various Council properties cooperating with other trades and contractors to ensure completion of tasks. Hours of work 36 Hours per week Duration of Appointment Permanent Work Pattern Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 4:00pm, Friday 8:00am - 2:30pm Location Strangford Road Depot, Downpatrick Salary Scale 5, NJC spinal point 14 - 19, £29,540 - £32,061 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked). It is Council policy to appoint at minimum salary scale point.
