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Catering Assistant Full time, 36 hours per week £24,796 - £25,185 per annum Downpatrick Campus 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: 23 days annual leave + 12 public holidays (plus 7 additional annual leave days after 5 years’ service) Additional leave to supplement closures during Easter, July & Christmas. NILGOSC defined benefiter CARE pension scheme with employer contribution rate of 15.5%. 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 Catering Assistant. JOB PURPOSE To provide support to the Catering section in particular the training kitchen and restaurant ESSENTIAL CRITERIA 1. Demonstrate experience in a customer focused catering environment 2. Demonstrate that you are an effective team player DESIRABLE CRITERIA 1. Hold a current Level 2 Food Safety qualification The above are minimum criteria. These may be enhanced at the discretion of the Selection Panel. For further information on the main duties and responsibilities and criteria for this role, please see attached Job Description.
Administrative Assistant
Administrative Assistant (Fixed Term Contract up to 18/12/2026) Full time, 36 hours per week £25,583 - £25,989 per annum Downpatrick Campus 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: 23 days annual leave + 12 public holidays (plus 7 additional annual leave days after 5 years’ service) Additional leave to supplement closures during Easter, July & Christmas. NILGOSC defined benefiter CARE pension scheme with employer contribution rate of 15.5%. 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 an Administrative Assistant. JOB PURPOSE To provide a quality administrative support service for the efficient and effective delivery of Training and Apprenticeship programmes. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA 1. One year’s administrative / customer services experience within an office environment. 2. Hold 5 GCSE’s, grade A-C or equivalent, including English Language and Maths. 3. Demonstrate experience in the use of Management Information Systems, Microsoft Packages or other specialist software for record keeping and data collection. 4. Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills. For further information on the main duties and responsibilities and criteria for this role, please see attached Job Description.
Industry Liaison Officer
The post‑holder will be responsible for sourcing, securing, coordinating, monitoring, and reviewing work placements for learners across a range of vocational areas. They will act as the primary point of contact between the College, employers, trainees/students, and placement providers. The post-holder will ensure that all placements comply with college policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Health & Safety requirements. They will prepare learners for placement, support employers, maintain accurate records, and contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement processes. This is a full time permanent position within the College. 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.
Catering Assistant
The successful post holder will provide catering support in the Faculty of Professional Services to ensure the smooth running of the College’s kitchens and restaurants This is a full time permanent position within the College. 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.
Financial Accountant
The post holder will: This is a full time permanent position within the College. 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.
IT Technical Lead
The IT Technical Lead is responsible for leading the delivery of high-quality ICT support services primarily within their designated campus, ensuring that students and staff receive a responsive, reliable and secure IT service. The postholder will have responsibility for assigned elements of the College’s IT services on a cross-campus basis, working under the direction of senior staff within Operations, Systems, Network Infrastructure and Security. The role includes technical leadership, service improvement, incident management, endpoint and systems administration, security operations, staff supervision and support for the development and implementation of College ICT services. This is a full time permanent position within the College. 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.
Apprenticeship Liaison Officer
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. This is a full time temporary position until April 2028 within the College. 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.
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.
QA/QC Quality Manager
Job Overview Reporting to the Head of QA/QC, based within the Quality Department, the successful candidate will be responsible for handling of Micro quality investigations arising from identified deficiencies as reported from external and internal sources such as customer quality complaints, Out of Specification results, deviations etc. and for co-ordinating the implementation of corrective and preventative actions to address identified deficiencies. Working within the QA/QC team to implement Quality Management Systems and Continuous improvement projects within the manufacturing environment. Main Activities/Tasks
Nursery Assistant
Nursery Assistant- Full-time Permanent Are you passionate about working with young children? Do you have a caring and patient nature? We’re looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our vibrant team, where you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children, all while enjoying a fantastic work-life balance. Our award-winning nursery, Clearly Kids Newtownards Road, 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 7.15am 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. Why Join Us? 4-Day Working Week – More time for you to relax, explore hobbies, or spend time with loved ones! Supportive Environment – Work with a friendly, dedicated team of professionals who are committed to providing exceptional care and education. Personal Development – Receive funded ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career. Job responsibilities: - Responsible for the daily needs of the children in the nursery - Arranging and conducting play activities - Changing duties - Feeding duties - Cleaning duties - Assist the team to develop and implement play programmes - 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: - Parking available - Uniform provided - Training and development opportunities in Childcare levels. - Strong team and company culture - Paid activities throught the year Access Ni Enhanced check As part of our vetting process we will ask you to complete and Enhanced Check through Access NI which we will fund. An AccessNI check is a criminal history disclosure service in Northern Ireland, similar to the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks in England and Wales. It allows employers, voluntary organizations, and certain bodies to request information about an individual’s criminal record (if any) to help make safer recruitment and vetting decisions. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in early years education, with a great balance between work and life, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and start your journey with us. * Must be aged 18 or over at the time of application
