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JOB PURPOSE The post holder will support the Apprenticeship Manager in the coordination and management of students on Apprenticeship programmes in line with the Department for the Economy (DfE) Operational Requirements (ORs) and undertake a key role in coordinating all activity to ensure maximum funding drawdown, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures for accurate record keeping for audit purposes. The postholder will be responsible for preparing and completing all necessary documentation and keying data to and updating data stored in the Training and Apprenticeship Management System (TAMS) or agreed payment system. The postholder will act as a key link between the College’s Work Based Learning (WBL) & Training team, apprentices and employers. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES The successful candidate will be responsible for any or all of the following duties: The post holder will form part of a team of WBL & Training team and will be expected to; • Engage with prospective Apprentices/Employers to confirm employment before commencing Apprenticeship programme and advise on entry requirements. • Communicate the concept and rationale of the ApprenticeshipsNI and Higher-Level Apprenticeship programmes to prospective and current employees and employers and update information provided as changes are made by DfE. • Inform and liaise with employers, apprentices and staff on all matters relating to the efficient operation of apprenticeship programme e.g. CITB grant eligibility etc. • Implement and manage a timetable to carry out progress reviews in the apprentice’s workplace in line with ORs and action any concerns raised. • Manage framework information / qualification requirements to ensure PTPs are current and accurate and achievement of full framework is achievable to maximise income generation. • Upload real time reports to the DfE TAMS system, assisting with identifying and solving problems within the scope of the post, in consultation with the relevant College staff. • Prepare and complete all relevant documentation and maintain appropriate records on every Apprentice in allocated caseload. • Set up and manage the completion of Delivery and Tripartite Agreements in advance of apprenticeship commencing in line with ORs. • Set up and manage PTPs, collating the required information from various sources, and keying to TAMS in line with required timelines in ORs. • Manage the issue and completion of induction checklists via TAMS in line with ORs. • Oversee and record progression towards achievement of milestones and targets. • Attend case conferences and compile and present all information as required. • Inform the apprentices of the rules and regulations of the training programme including wage structures, holidays, absence reporting and completion of all necessary documentation. • Monitor the attendance of apprentices in college and in the workplace to assist with retention and the payment of apprentices, liaising with employers as necessary. • Liaise with lecturers, CAMS, external bodies and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that all contractual requirements are completed to the required standards. • Consult with course tutors and Essential Skills tutors as necessary on matters pertaining to the progress of apprentices. • Inform course tutors and Essential Skills tutors and Apprenticeship Manager of any concerns or difficulties that have been highlighted within the apprentice review. • Prepare and present documentation for audit as required by DfE. • Prepare and complete reports for management as necessary. • Implement processes for any Apprentices progressing within or leaving the programme including associated TAMS processes ensuring maximisation of allocated training weeks. • Provide support for recruitment and marketing initiatives including open days, parents’ evenings. PEAS sessions and interviews as required including the management and promotion of the Apprenticeship social media channel. • Engage with College systems for data entry as appropriate to job role. • Collect and collate details of accidents at work involving Apprentices and complete necessary reporting activity and documentation. • Assist in the student disciplinary procedure as necessary. • Participate in the sharing of good practice. • Promote the range of Apprenticeship and Employer Support Programmes available at BSI business support unit with the aim of referring business opportunities to relevant staff for follow up. GENERAL • Participate in the enrolment cover rota as appropriate. • Be required to undertake work outside normal working hours on occasions to meet the needs of the post. • 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 the essential eligibility criteria listed below. Eligibility Criteria Essential A minimum of a Level 4 qualification (or Higher) in any discipline. 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. A minimum of one year’s experience (within the last three years) of using a Management Information System. A minimum of one year’s experience (within the last three years) of liaising with employers. Desirable Experience in managing apprenticeships within a training organisation or employer setting. 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.
Stock Controller
The successful post holder will be required to maintain an efficient and effective computer-based stores control and food costing system and to ensure that all information related to this is accurately processed in order to meet with payment to suppliers and to ensure the efficient and effective running of the College’s kitchens and restaurants. This is a full time temporary position within the College up until 31 March 2027. Closing date for applications is Friday 11th September 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.
Lecturer In Plumbing
Lecturer in Plumbing Permanent Post, Newtownards Campus, 1FTE, 36 hours per week Starting Salary point 1: £32,600 per annum 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: 49 days annual leave + 12 public holidays Defined benefit CARE pension scheme with employer contribution rate of 29.1%. Corporate healthcare cash plan scheme. Annual free health checks onsite. Access to College gym facilities free of charge along with reduced rate membership with a range of gyms. Mind Yourself health & wellbeing initiatives. Cycle to Work scheme. Teachers Credit Union. Access to hair, nail & beauty salons onsite. Continuous Professional Development opportunities via our dedicated Learning Academy. We currently have a vacancy for a Lecturer in Plumbing. 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 Construction Building Services or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent Have completed a full NVQ Level 3 or above apprenticeship in Plumbing or or equivalent Have a minimum of two years’ experience working within the Plumbing Industry Currently qualified as an approved Assessor and hold an A1 award or be prepared to obtain an Assessor qualification Demonstrate excellent administrative, planning, and organisational skills. Demonstrate a high level of competency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative and work independently, as well as work effectively as a team member. Demonstrate the ability to prioritise and organise given tasks and objectives. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral. Demonstrate the ability to prioritise and organise given tasks and objectives. 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.
Climate Change Officer
The Climate Change (Mitigation) Officer will lead the Council’s carbon reduction work and statutory mitigation duties by delivering ANDBC’s Climate Mitigation Action Plan, embedding mitigation across services, and overseeing carbon accounting for Scopes 1, 2 and 3. The role will support the Climate Action Board through analysis, reporting and risk escalation, enhance the Council’s Carbon Dashboard with the Data & Evidence Analyst, coordinate statutory mitigation reporting under the Climate Change Act (NI) 2022, and work closely with the Climate Change (Adaptation) Officer to align mitigation and adaptation plans. Please note
Climate Change Officer
The Climate Change (Adaptation) Officer leads the Council’s work on climate resilience and statutory adaptation duties. The role manages delivery of ANDBC’s Climate Adaptation Plan, supports services to integrate climate risk into planning and operations, and works with partners to strengthen borough-wide resilience. The postholder also supports adaptation governance and reporting, ensures compliance with the Climate Change Act (NI) 2022, and helps align adaptation and mitigation actions. Please note
Integrative Holistic Therapist
Integrative Holistic Therapist Permanent 14 hours per week Based in the RVH Sick Children’s Hospital and a Community venue in Newry NJC Scale Pts 18-22: £31,537 - £33,699 (pro rata: £12,615 - £13,480) We also offer: ✓ 20 days leave increasing to 25 days + 11 Public Holidays ✓ 1 extra leave day at Christmas ✓ Christmas closure ✓ Enhanced sickness, maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and pay ✓ 6% contributory pension scheme ✓ BHSF Health and Wellbeing Corporate Plan ✓ Death in Service Plan ✓ Staff care and support services, including access to Action Cancer services ✓ Training and development Overall Responsibility The post holder will work within the Action Cancer Therapeutic Services team to provide an Integrative Holistic Therapy service (aromatherapy, reflexology and relaxation) for children, adults and families affected by cancer. The post holder will be responsible for delivering therapy sessions within 2 venues – RVH Sick Children’s Haematology Ward in Belfast5 and a Community Venue in Newry. Venues may change as required. Closing Date for Applications: 14.09.26. Interviews are scheduled to take place on 07.10.26. Action Cancer is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Endpoint & Cloud Engineer
Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We have over 130 stores throughout Ireland, Northern Ireland and Spain and we are expanding our service and product offering all the time. We are known for offering a wide range of high-quality products and for continuously improving our customer experience. We are looking for an Endpoint & Cloud Engineer to join our IT function and play a critical role in securing our modern workplace and cloud platforms. This is a hands‑on engineering role, focused on Intune, identity, Microsoft 365 security and Azure security controls, working closely with IT delivery teams and Information Security. You will be part of the team that ensures devices, identities and cloud services are secure, compliant and operational at scale, without slowing down business delivery. Why this role matters Our technology estate is evolving rapidly, cloud migration, modern device management, new digital platforms and large‑scale endpoint deployments. To support this safely and sustainably, we need strong in‑house engineering capability that: If this sounds like the perfect job for you, please apply now and see what difference you could make! Dunnes Stores is an equal opportunity employer
Mobile Cook
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 Chef to join our team covering SRC Newry East and other sites. 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. 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. 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. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
Higher Executive Officer
What is the Higher Executive Officer Role? The Higher Executive Officer (HEO) role requires individuals who can balance operational leadership with strong analytical skills, sound judgement and a clear commitment to public service values. Acting as a vital link between senior management and operational teams, their work ensures the effective implementation of policy, reform, and service delivery on the ground and provides support in managing large projects, budgets and developing government policy. They are expected to operate confidently in complex environments, represent their area in cross-departmental and senior-level settings, and ensure the effective implementation of policies, programmes and services while managing resources responsibly. The Civil Service is now recruiting for suitably qualified and committed individuals to take up the role of HEO. This is an exciting opportunity for talented and enthusiastic individuals who are looking to embrace new challenges, do purposeful work and make a real difference to the Irish State and its people. HEOs are experienced middle managers who play a critical role in leading teams, managing delivery and supporting departmental and cross-government priorities. Reporting to an Assistant Principal Officer, HEOs play a key role in implementing policy and strategy and in delivering a world class service to the State and to the people of Ireland. HEOs in the Civil Service contribute to the Renewal 2030 Strategy and the Better Public Services programme, helping to realise a vision of a more unified, professional, responsive, open and accountable Civil Service that delivers a world-class service to the State and the people of Ireland. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Depending on the Civil Service organisation, the following is an overview of the type of responsibilities and tasks required of the successful candidate(s) at HEO level: Providing strong team leadership, offering direction, motivation and support to drive high performance and continuous improvement; Applying robust analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to inform policy development, operational decisions and organisational priorities; Managing competing demands effectively, planning and prioritising in a dynamic environment to meet tight deadlines; Exercising sound, evidence-based judgement, making balanced and well-reasoned recommendations; Maintaining high standards of governance, accountability and customer service, contributing to a culture of integrity and public service excellence; Building productive working relationships with colleagues, senior management and external stakeholders to enable effective cross-functional delivery; Communicating clearly and professionally, tailoring messages for different audiences across written, verbal and digital channels; Managing budgets, resources and corporate responsibilities in their area in line with Departmental procedures and Civil Service obligations; Supporting learning, development and capability building, fostering a culture where staff can grow, innovate and thrive; Operating effectively in hybrid and evolving work environments, ensuring team cohesion and clarity of purpose; Demonstrating flexibility, resilience and the ability to adapt to a changing work environment; Dealing with sensitive and confidential information. The above job description is a guide to the general range of duties of the successful candidate. It is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. Why Apply for the Role? As well as a rewarding and challenging career, some of the benefits of working as a HEO include: Competitive salary, starting at €60,029 with yearly increments for satisfactory performance; 29 days of annual leave per year; Public Sector pension; Opportunities for promotion through internal, interdepartmental and open competitions; Subject to business needs and a satisfactory probationary period; Flexible working with a commitment to work-life balance and a family-friendly workplace (including work-sharing arrangements and a wide variety of special leave options); Facility to apply for Shorter Working Year Scheme; Facility to apply for career breaks; Learning and development opportunities; Access to well-being programmes to support a healthy work-life balance; Opportunity to avail of the ‘Cycle to Work’ scheme, and the tax saver public transport pass; Opportunity to join the Public Service Credit Union; Contribute to purposeful work that positively impacts citizens, communities, and society. On the closing date of 10 September 2026, to be eligible for consideration, a candidate must satisfy the following requirements: Possess a Leaving Certificate at Level 4 or above; or hold a minimum Level 4 qualification, major or minor award on the National Framework of Qualifications (or equivalent as per NARIC Ireland). Possess a minimum of three years’ relevant management experience. Demonstrable experience in: a. managing workloads, projects or processes in a complex, fast-paced environment; b. strategic thinking, using sound judgement to make well-informed decisions; c. researching and analysing information to support decision-making in a timely manner; d. working collaboratively with internal and/or external stakeholders in multidisciplinary environments; e. creating an inclusive team environment and creating opportunities for knowledge sharing; f. self-motivation, setting own targets and dealing with multiple demands while producing high quality work. Essential Requirements: Candidates must also be able to demonstrate that they possess the capabilities/skills identified as necessary for effective performance at this level, as outlined in the Capability Framework for Higher Executive Officer in the Civil Service.
Cleaning Operative
Mount Charles Group is 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 Cleaning Operative to join our team based at Ulster Carpets Seagoe, Portadown. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern : 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. 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. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
