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Job Opportunity Derry/Londonderry,Limavady & or Strabane (FTC 3 Months) Home Care Workers – Morning Runs (7am-2pm), Tea Runs (2pm-7pm) & Bed Runs (7-11pm) available. Ref: W/HCW/DLS/2197 £13.00 per hour (Mon-Fri plus Mileage) £13.60 per hour (Sat & Sun plus Mileage) Part-time (12hr/20 hour) & Full-time contracts available Requirements: Interested? A full job description and details of how to apply can be found at: https://bryson.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Or call us on: 028 7132 1989 Closing date: 30th October 2026 at 12pm “Please note a satisfactory Access NI Enhanced / Standard disclosure or Garda Clearance is required prior to commencement of employment” We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Economic Development Officer
Location: You will be based in the Council Offices at 7 Connell Street, Limavady, BT49 0HA however, when required you will be asked to work flexibly throughout the Council areas, ensuring that resources are deployed effectively and in order to respond to service priorities and to facilitate professional development. Responsible for: The following functions and services, in accordance with the organisational structure and the staff employed to deliver these services. • Supporting the Business Development Manager in the creation of an enterprise culture for the Borough. Work pattern: 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday By its nature the post will require flexible working, for example, work outside normal office hours, including evening meetings and weekends as required. Tenure: This is a permanent post. Main Purpose of Post 1. Planning, leading and implementing a wide range of local economic development projects to stimulate business growth, promote entrepreneurial activity and support local business development, in line with Council’s strategic priorities. 2. Engaging directly with businesses to understand challenges and bringing forward initiatives to support business sustainability and growth. 3. Developing networks and collaborative partnerships both across the council and with external agencies, in the public and private sectors, to ensure a strategic, sustained, and co-ordinated approach to economic development. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Effectively engage and work collaboratively with local businesses and a range of other key stakeholders to identify their needs, build sustainable working relationships and address barriers to enterprise activity and business growth. Develop a range of targeted initiatives based on local business engagement and marketplace intelligence, to create business development opportunities and stimulate new and existing growth and investment within the borough. Manage delivery of programmes to support pre-start, business start, growth and scaling including provision of support to individuals/organisations in the social economy sector. Draft reports, corporate briefings, policy/consultation responses, speeches for council members and prepare committee reports. Develop and manage appropriate forms of communication to promote the work of the team including website, promotional materials, newsletters, press briefings and digital campaigns. Plan and assist with workshops, conferences, presentations, exhibitions, launches and other signature events. Represent the Business Development Manager as required. Undertake relevant procurement exercises and effectively contract manage allocated projects in line with agreed outcomes, ensuring appropriate financial and project management by delivery agents. Support delivery agents in complying with Letter of Offer terms, verify project expenditure and vouch claims received ensuring compliance with conditions of funding and audit requirements. Prepare claims for drawdown of funds from external funders and monitor income and expenditure on funded programmes. Operate within agreed budget limits and timescales and raise and deliver orders through the Councils finance system. Administer both Council and externally funded grant programmes including animation, pre-application support, assessment, and award, in partnership with Council’s Funding Unit. Conduct effective research and consultation and collate information to enable evidence-based decision making in respect of future economic development initiatives. Participate in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of the business plan and relevant service plans, responding to emerging needs. Updating Customer Relationship Management System (CRM) for purposes of logging client and programme information and reporting and reviewing operational delivery performance. General 1. By its nature the post will require flexible working to meet the needs of the service. Attend meetings of the Council and any relevant working groups and prepare and present reports as required. 2. Act in accordance with the Code of Conduct for local Government employees. 3. Comply with and actively promote the Council’s policies and procedures, including those relating to Fair employment, Equal Opportunities, and Health, Safety and Wellbeing. 4. Undertake any management duties in relation to recruitment and selection, staff induction, learning and development, performance management, absence, investigations or panels in connection with discipline, grievance, dignity at work, customer complaints and any other staff management responsibilities as deemed necessary for the post. 5. Comply with and actively promote the appropriate standard of record keeping and information governance practices in conducting duties of the post. 6. Undertake the duties outlined above in a way which will enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of the Council. 7. Undertake any other duties as deemed appropriate to the achievement of the purpose and function of this post.
HB Team Leader
Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND: 5 JOB PURPOSE: The HB Team Leader will be responsible for the day to day supervision and support of staff within front line operational teams within the HB units, and providing support for the HB management team, including provision of information and statistics, and involvement in policy development and training where required. REQUIREMENTS: 1. Either i) Possess a degree or equivalent level qualification (Level 6*) AND one year’s relevant experience working within a Housing Benefit or other Social Security related benefit function OR ii) Possess a BTEC Higher Cert/Diploma or equivalent level qualification (Level 5*). AND can demonstrate at least 2 years’ relevant experience working within a Housing Benefit or other Social Security related benefit function. OR iii) Can demonstrate at least three years’ relevant experience working within a Housing Benefit or other Social Security related benefit function. AND can demonstrate continued professional development including the attainment of relevant learning / qualifications. *Refer to Qualifications Framework It is the responsibility of the candidate to demonstrate equivalency APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructions on how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates who require a reasonable adjustment to the application process should request this by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Information Pack. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted.
Painter/Decorator
Key Responsibilities Operational Responsibilities To apply paint, stain, varnish, primers, sealers and fungicidal solution as and when required to timber, metal, plaster and masonry work etc. To carry out any required preparation by stripping, sanding, wire brushing to maintain doors, door frames, windows, timber, metal and masonry etc. To remove and refit fixtures and fittings, ironmongery as required. To fill cracks, holes, or joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives. Carry out a range of minor multi-skilled tasks and maintenance work outside of trade without reliance on other trades, for example: o Plastering o Joinery o Plumbing o Non-slip flooring o Tiling Customer Service To provide a quality customer service and maintain a good customer relationship on behalf of the NIHE. To ensure the health and safety of our tenants, especially vulnerable tenants, when undertaking work in occupied properties. To liaise with customers to arrange appointments, access arrangements, discuss work required etc. Performance and Reporting To ensure accurate and timely completion of all job information by both paper-work and electronic means (including use of PDAs and mobile devices) as required and pass this on to supervisor within agreed timescales. To work effectively to maximise output and ensure delivery within expected timescales. To identify and highlight to supervisors potential opportunities for changes to working practices to ensure continuous service improvement. Health and Safety To ensure that all work is performed in accordance with the requirements of Health and Safety and any other relevant legislation. To exercise proper care in the handling, operating and safeguarding of tools, equipment, vehicles or appliances in the operation of general duties. To be responsible for the safe use, storage, handling and recording of chemicals according to COSSH procedures, including under supervision as required. To follow safe systems of work and risk assessments, attending toolbox talks and health and safety courses as required. To use and maintain equipment such as lone working devices, mobile communications and logging systems. To wear and take care of designated PPE provided. To report accidents/incidents and near misses and participate in any resulting investigations as required. People To act as a mentor for Apprentices and newly qualified employees to ensure they acquire the appropriate knowledge and skills to develop their competency and performance on the job. To ensure participation in trade training and skill enhancement of others and take a mentoring approach to colleagues to improve performance. To provide support and cover for colleagues as required to ensure resilience as far as practicable. To train new members of the team and support Apprentices. General Duties To carry out and complete all work to a high quality and in a competent and timely manner, leaving the property in a safe, clean and tidy condition. To collaborate with other staff/sub-contractors etc. as necessary to ensure the timely completion of works within agreed operational targets. To attend meetings, training sessions as required, including participating in training with a view to carrying out work outside of normal trade duties, where required. To undertake the duties in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of NIHE. To comply with and adhere to NIHE frameworks, policies and procedures, including but not limited to those relating to legal requirements such as equality, health and safety and information governance. To undertake any other duties appropriate to the post’s objectives as required by management. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Have successfully completed an apprenticeship in Painting/Decorating (either time served* or skills based). Time served is recognised as experience gained prior to formal qualifications being available, i.e. City & Guilds. Knowledge, Skills and Experience (continued) 2 years’ post-Apprenticeship Painting/Decorating experience* Relevant experience will be interpreted as working as a Painter/Decorator on improvement or maintenance of properties.
