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We have an excellent opportunity for a qualified Full Time Dispenser/Trainee Dispenser to work in our Lisburn Road branch in Belfast. Working 40 hours per week, between the hours of 9.00am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday, according to the rota. 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
Dispensers/trainee Dispensers
We have an excellent opportunity for two qualified Part Time Dispensers/Trainee Dispensers to work in our Lisburn Road branch in Belfast. Working 20 hours per week each, between the hours of 9.00am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday, according to the rota. 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
Trainee Manager
Main purpose of the role: Support the management team in all aspects of the operation of the store while gaining detailed experience in individual departments throughout the store. The ideal candidate will have/be: 1 years€,, experience in the retail industry is desirable Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Experience balancing cash/tills is desirable Experience with fresh food Excellent communication skills Good delegation skills Highly driven with a strong work ethic Commerciality and brand awareness Passion for grocery retail Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main Duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Manager Actively participate in all training and development initiatives, and performance assessments Merchandise and present the entire store to the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store Gain competence with all aspects of supply procedures €" ordering, delivery procedures, stock rotation and control procedures Manage such departments as are assigned to you Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Research Ready Programme, Trainee Researcher
Trainee Researcher Duration: Shortlisted candidates must be available to attend 1 week bootcamp at start of December 2025 & 8 week placement Jan-Mar '26 (exact dates tbc) Start Date: Dec 2025 for bootcamp & Jan/Feb 2026 for placement Hours: 37.5hrs per week Salary: Real Living Wage (currently £12.60 per hour) - paid during bootcamp and placement Location: Bootcamp will be in person, Belfast City Centre. Placements will depend on host company but likely to be in person/hybrid. Programme Summary RESEARCH READY is a skills development programme for those with a passion for unscripted television and a background in research that provides a pathway into the world of factual TV production (e.g. documentary, factual-entertainment, quiz). In a world of fake news and misinformation, it is more important than ever to build stories on a strong foundation of verified facts, crafting real and authentic stories with integrity. In factual TV, every story begins with truth. Solid research underpins every stage of production, from source to screen and from pitch to production. Through a series of paid industry-led masterclasses and industry placements, course participants will develop the skills needed to transform their research into powerful and compelling fact-based television. Up to 12 applicants will be selected for a one-week paid industry bootcamp (Dec 1-5 2025), with up to 6 progressing to an eight-week paid placement (Jan–Mar 2026). IF SHORTLISTED, APPLICANTS MUST BE AVAILABLE TO ATTEND BOTH Candidate Profile – Is this You? Are you a curious, detail-oriented individual with a proven background in conducting rigorous, structured research, whether in academia, professional sectors or investigative fields? This may be within disciplines such as Law, history, politics, journalism, social sciences, archaeology, education, science/STEM or related fields. Do you have experience working with primary sources, data analysis, in-depth interviews or long-form investigative writing? Are you motivated by real-world stories and do you have a passion for unscripted television, including documentary, factual entertainment and quiz formats? We are looking for candidates who have strong interpersonal skills and understand the importance of accuracy, integrity and editorial judgement in shaping factual content. If you feel your skills align with this opportunity, we encourage you to apply. *List of research area backgrounds is not exhaustive* Who is eligible to apply? You are eligible to apply if you can answer these four questions and meet selection criteria: Are you eligible to work in the UK? Do you currently reside in Northern Ireland? Are you available to participate in the scheme as per dates/timescales outlined Are you over 18 and not in full-time education? FOR FULL DETAILS ON SELECTION CRITERIA & ELIGIBILITY PLEASE SEE ATTACHED PROGRAMME OUTLINE
Trainee Dog Groomer
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. We are seeking a full-time Trainee Groomer for our Drogheda Store Start your career in grooming as a Groomer! As a Groomer in our Grooming Salon, you’ll have the opportunity to build personal relationships with your customers and their pets each time they visit and truly become a part of their family. You’ll get to know their pets’ styles and personalities to create a customized, stylish experience just for them! From that first shampoo to that final strut home, you’ll take pride in the services you provide Why join us? · Service pay- Higher rate of pay from when you reach 12 months service · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon · Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays. · Refer a friend scheme · State of the art grooming salon and full grooming equpiment · Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Community- A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Educational opportunities- Continuous learning through our induction plan, e-learning academy, classroom training environment and development plans. · Employee assistance programme · Cycle to work Scheme What you will bring: · Fully flexible across 5 days, it is a full time role which includes weekends · Professional attitude that can communicate effectively with all salon customers and the wider grooming team to build trust and rapport with pet parents. · Time management: Independently prioritise and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes. · A passion for Animals: Interest in grooming/animal care. Are comfortable/confident around all breeds of dogs (large and small) and treats all furry visitors to the salon as they would their own pet. · Personal development: Drives their own development within the salon, is reliable, asks questions, uses time effectively to learn from the qualified groomer in the salon. Sees a long term career in grooming. What you will do: · Consultation - Communicating effectively with pet owners and providing advice and recommendations of the related product assortment. · Customer Engagement - Provide excellent customer service and demonstrate reliability and professionalism by consistently delivering high standard grooms. · Follow-Up and Follow-Through - Follow up with customers after their grooming appointments to ensure satisfaction and address any feedback or concerns promptly. · Sanitization and Cleanliness - Maintaining a clean and organized grooming area, including disinfecting equipment, washing towels and grooming tools, and ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for dogs and staff. · Product Knowledge – Promote Grooming Services and provide expert advice on products.
