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MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB Introduce tourists to the Gobbins by conducting guided timed walking tours along the Gobbins cliff path, in a friendly but professional and informative manner to a standard commensurate with an international tourist attraction. Path Safety duties including responsibility for the safety of visitors and staff within the visitor building, whilst travelling to/from and during the outdoor Gobbins experience by implementing and adhering to strict health and safety procedures. Contribute as part of the wider Gobbins Visitor Attraction team with day-to-day duties to ensure a smooth and world-class visitor experience. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Service Delivery 1.1. Deliver guided walking tours of the Gobbins outdoor experience to groups including international and local visitors. 1.2. Carryout Path Safety duties as required by the needs of the attraction and in line with Council policies and procedures. 1.3. Responsible for health and safety procedures, including: i. Safety of participants on the tours ensuring health and safety procedures are adhered to at all times ii. Implement, monitor and maintain risk assessments to ensure a safe working environment for visitors and employees at the Gobbins iii. Assist with the maintenance and implementation of emergency plans and procedures for visitors and employees at the Gobbins iv. Monitor and report any incidents and accidents at the Gobbins in line with Council policy, ensuring robust recording and following up procedures are in place. 1.4. Comply with Council policies and legislative requirements regarding the use of mobile phones and smoking in company vehicles. 1.5. Work as part of a team to deliver excellent service standards within the Gobbins Visitor Attraction and Community Centre. 1.6. Act as an exemplary ambassador for the Gobbins, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council and the Northern Ireland tourism industry. 1.7. Research, develop and deliver appropriate tour commentary for different categories of visitors. 1.8. Guarantee that the visitor’s experience at the Gobbins is paramount by ensuring that excellent service standards in all aspects of the visitor attraction are maintained, monitored and improved. 1.9. Assist with the implementation of a customer feedback and complaints procedures. 1.10. Undertake a range of administrative duties as required. 1.11. Assist with the planning, management and set-up/dismantling of events associated with the promotion of the Gobbins. 1.12. Assist with general Visitor Attraction duties for example stock taking, equipment checks, providing cover at the Welcome Desk, answering general enquiries. 2. Quality 2.1. Adhere to and comply with all Council policies and procedures relevant to this role, including arrangements for health and safety and risk management. 3. Performance Improvement 3.1. Participate in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of the Department Business Plan and relevant Service Plans responding to changing trends and citizen needs. 3.2. Achieve high standards of personal performance, through meeting agreed personal targets and undertaking planned programmes of professional development. 3.3. Examine opportunities to gain efficiencies and improve effectiveness including collaborative partnerships, joint working and other innovative approaches to achieve best value in the use of public money. 4. General 4.1. Uphold the Core Values of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council and work to achieve the wider organisational objectives as detailed in the Corporate Plan. 4.2. Participate in the Council’s Performance and Development Review process as detailed in the published scheme. 4.3. Fulfil the legal Health and Safety duties placed on employees by: · taking reasonable care of your own health & safety and that of others who may be affected by what you do or do not do; · Co-operating with the Council on Health & Safety matters; · Ensuring that you use work items provided by the Council correctly and in accordance with the training and instruction received, including personal protective equipment (PPE); · Ensuring that you do not interfere with or misuse anything provided for health, safety, or welfare purposes. 4.4. Contribute to Mid and East Antrim Borough Council in fulfilling all of its commitments in relation to anti-discrimination practices, its Equality Scheme and under the Northern Ireland Act 1998 and the Human Rights Act 1998. 4.5. Comply with all the Council’s policies and procedures. 4.6. Fulfil your legal responsibility* for all records held, created or used as part of Council business whether paper based or electronic, including e-mails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004 and Data Protection Act 1998. Employees are required to be conversant with the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council procedure on records management and to seek advice if in doubt. * Any subsequent updates will supersede legislation identified within the Job Description 4.7. Maintain high standards of personal accountability and be mindful of the values of Council – Respect, Excellence, A Teamwork Approach, Leadership & Commitment, Integrity, Service Innovation, and Equality & Fairness. 4.8. Comply with the Code of Conduct for Local Government Employees and the Local Government Employee & Councillor Working Relationship Protocol. 4.9. Perform any other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility of this post, for which the post holder has the necessary experience and/or training. Qualifications and Experience Applicants must: Have a minimum of Entry Level Essential Skills qualifications in Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy. And Be able to demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples, a minimum of two years’ experience to include: · Working effectively with the public in a role requiring verbal communication; and · Successfully working within a team requiring flexibility and adaptability. Alternatively, consideration may be given to candidates who do not possess the required educational qualifications but who can demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples, a minimum of three years’ experienceto include: · Working effectively with the public in a role requiring verbal communication; and · Successfully working within a team requiring flexibility and adaptability. Knowledge Have an interest in local history and heritage and a knowledge of local tourism and attractions Behavioural Competencies (Frontline Level) These competencies are the top 6 competencies of the Local Government Competency Framework [i] which have been identified and prioritised for effective performance in this role. 2. How we manage ourselves 2.2 Developing Our Own Capability – Looks for opportunities to learn and develop in order to deliver and add value to their own role 2.3 Communicating with Impact - Presents a positive image by communicating effectively, being resilient and treating people fairly 3. How we work with others 3.2 Influencing Outcomes – Adapts style and approach to achieve effective outcome 3.3 Meeting Customer Needs - Establishes the needs of customers and strives to ensure that these are met 4. How we move forward 4.3 Achieving Results – Takes personal responsibility for making things happen. Shows motivation and perseverance in overcoming obstacles and achieving results 4.4 Continuously Improving Services – Seeks to continually improve the services and processes that impact on users. [i] Full details of the Local Government Competency Framework can be found at the following link: http://www.lgsc.org.uk/fs/doc/Competency%20Framework%20for%20Local%20Government.pdf
Corporate & Support Services Officer
A Permanent vacancy currently exist within Mid and East Antrim Borough Council for the following post and applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates:- Corporate & Support Services Officer Level 5 Hours of Work: 14.4 Hours per week Salary: Scale SO2 and in the range SCP 28-30, currently £39,152 to £40,777 per annum pro rata. Location: The location of this post will be confirmed following the appointment process and may be subject to review as part of the review of services. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB This role sits within the newly created Corporate & Support Services Directorate, and you will be working in one of the three functional areas. (Citizen focus, Business support or Finance). You will be responsible for collaborating with our delivery teams and stakeholders to support delivery of the Council’s corporate functions and processes and support adherence to our policy and legislative duties. Your role will include responsibility for ensuring organisation wide compliance across a range of functions related to Councils statutory duties as appropriate. Your role will include ensuring processes are followed, deadlines are met, processing information and data, basic report writing, resolving issues and managing relationships. You may be attending events, and meeting with stakeholders and partners from across local government and beyond to support the achievement of Council priorities. Although initially allocated to one of the three functional areas the post holder will be expected to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation and duties and responsibilities may vary without changing the purpose of the job or level of responsibility. In the current job structure, you will be placed in the Business Support division: Resolving and responding to queries through the ICT helpdesk. PLEASE NOTE: Only application forms containing all the information, which has been sought, will be considered. The shortlisting panel will base shortlisting decisions on the information contained within the Essential Criteria narrative sections of the application form. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide sufficient relevant information including dates in this section of the form for each criteria. Applications will only be accepted on the application forms provided; Curriculum Vitaes will not be accepted. Closing date for receipt of completed applications is Wednesday 08 April 2026 at 4.00pm.
Vice Principal
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USBF Trainee
Northern Ireland Screen intends to run a Training Scheme called Ulster-Scots New Entrant Production Trainee Scheme. The programme will provide a training opportunity for two people working on USBF projects. The Ulster-Scots New Entrant Production Trainee Scheme is a paid placement scheme (RLW) and placements will start from May 2026 - May 2027. The participants will gain experience working on USBF funded projects. Placements will rotate every 3-4 months with a different production company. An initial induction training bootcamp (5 days) will take place before the successful candidate is placed with their first production company working on USBF projects.
Associate Dentist
We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Dentist to be part of our family run group of Practices and to join our team in Whitewell on a part time basis. Days required are Monday, Thursday and Friday. There is an established list available which includes a number of private patients. Denplan is offered at this practice. We pride ourselves on offering an excellent quality of care and service to our patients. We can offer:
Phlebotomist
Phlebotomist – Bluewater – (Job Ref: 26/PBBL) 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 within the John Lewis store in Bluewater shopping centre in Dartford. Location : John Lewis - Bluewater Shopping Centre, Greenhithe, Bluewater Parkway, Greenhithe DA9 9SA. Contract Offered : Full time, fixed term for 1 year. Working Hours / Shifts : 5 days per week, including every other weekend. Start and finish times are: 9.40am to 6.20pm, Monday to Saturday and 10.30am to 5pm on a Sunday. 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 Disclosure and Barring Service 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. Desirable: • Experience in a private healthcare setting. • Exeperience in customer service. • 2 years experience in Phlebotomy. • Sales / Retail experience. • Valid UK driving licence.
Business Development Executive
Business Development Executive – Danish Speaking – London (Job Ref: 26/BDDN) Randox Laboratories is a world leader in diagnostics for clinical healthcare, toxicology, and food security. Our expertise and product portfolio have assisted laboratories across the world in improving health and saving lives. Our global success is a result of our pioneering products and the commitment and skill of our workforce. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Danish speaking Business Development Executive based in London. Location : Onsite, based at our office at 36-38 Fitzroy Square, London, W1T 6EY. Regular travel to Denmark and potentially neighbouring countries will also be required. Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent Working Hours / Shifts : 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday from 8.40am to 5.20pm. or longer days Monday-Thursday, with 12.40pm finish on Friday. What does this role involve? This role is responsible for the sales and promotion of Randox Clinical products, particularly our QC range, throughout a wide range of industries, developing business opportunities with current customers as well as winning new business. In addition, the successful applicant will: • Promote and sell our Clinical Chemistry Analysers, Reagents, and Quality Control Materials. • Contribute to the overall growth and profitability of Randox by development and maintaining of customers through providing a high level of support and service as a salesperson. • Achieve agreed sales targets within your region. • Identify and develop customer relations in areas where we are currently unrepresented. • Prepare sales reports and sales projections. • Attend sales exhibitions and events. • Utilise the Randox CRM system on a daily basis. • Travel to complete regular in person customer visits. • Manage key accounts. • Conduct market research into the potential business opportunities for new and current Randox product lines. • Maintain a high level of product knowledge and competitor awareness. Who can apply? Essential criteria: • A bachelors degree or higher in a Life Science, or Business-related discipline. • Fluent in both Danish and English at business or native level. • A hunter mindset to open and close business opportunities. • Strong communication and presentation skills. • Driven to achieve a successful career in sales. • Willingness to travel internationally to meet current and potential clients. Desirable: • Previous sales experience in a similar industry. • Previous experience within a Life Science, Bio-Tech or Medical industry. • Previous experience in a sales position. • Previous experience working in a laboratory. • Genuine interest in the medical devices sector. • Valid driving licence.
Cleaning Supervisor
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 Cleaning Supervisor to join our team based at Lisburn Leisure Complex, Lisburn. 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. Please note, the successful applicant's offer is subject to the Access NI (Basic) check prior to commencement of role. The Access NI Code of Practice is available upon request. 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. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
Dental Nurse
We have an exciting opportunity for a Qualified Part-Time Dental Nurse to be part of our family run group of Practices and to join our team in 372 Cregagh Road, Belfast. The successful applicant will work 24 hours per week from 8:30-5:30pm Mondays and Thursdays, 8:30-5:30pm on Fridays. As this is a Denplan practice, an enhanced hourly rate will be offered. Duties will include assisting the dentist, sterilising dental equipment, keeping the surgery clean and occasional reception duties. Promoting high standards of patient care at all times is vital. Essential Criteria:
Associate Dentist
We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Dentist to be part of our family run group of Practices and to join our team in our fully private 372 Cregagh Road Practice, working Mondays to Thursdays. We pride ourselves on offering an excellent quality of care and service to our patients. We can offer:
