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Education, Employment & Training Opportunities Weekly

10.07.2015

Telephone: 01983 823888 Email: [email protected] Website: www.iwight.com/Choices

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ChoicesIW

Call us on 01983 823888 to book an appointment at any of the following locations or drop in to see an Adviser!!

TUESDAY Newport Library 1.00pm - 4.00pm Cowes Library

(by appointment only) 1.30pm – 4.30pm

FRIDAY Ryde Library

No Drop-in 17.07.2015

THURSDAY Sandown Library 1.30pm - 4.30pm

MONDAY Ryde Job Centre

No Drop-in 13.07.2015

WEDNESDAY Newport Job Centre

10.00am – 1.00pm

LOCAL JOB VACANCIES

Full-time Shop Assistant J & J Wilson Supermarket Source: www.gov.uk

Duties to include cash handling, stock replenishment, keeping the store clean and tidy and any other tasks necessary in the day to day running of the store. Up to 40 hours per week including evenings and weekends. Own transport essential. Must be over 18 for the purpose of selling alcohol.

For further details or to apply, please visit www.gov.uk or email: [email protected]

Part-time Shop Assistant J & J Wilson Supermarket Source: www.gov.uk

Duties to include cash handling, stock replenishment, keeping the store clean and tidy and any other tasks necessary in the day to day running of the store. Variable hours, minimum 20 hours per week including some evenings and weekends. Applicants must be over the age of 18 for the purpose of selling alcohol. Earliest start 7am, latest finish 8.30pm. Applicants must have their own transport due to lack of public transport.

For further details or to apply, please visit www.gov.uk or email: [email protected]

Kingswood Source: County Press

Full time Kitchen Assistant – Tasks include serving up to 500 guests from a counter, cleaning the dining room area, basic food preparation, operating the dishwasher and cleaning the kitchen. Adhering to company policies and health and safety regulations. Experience desirable. Part time Seasonal Housekeeping Assistants - To join a busy housekeeping team cleaning a busy 500 bed activity centre, includes cleaning bedrooms, bathroom, public areas. Experience desirable. Closing date 17th July 2015.

Please contact Naomi Forse on 01983 875353 or email: [email protected] for more information or send CV to this email address.

Bar & Floor Staff House Grill Source: County Press

Bar and floor staff required.

In the first instance please contact Janette on 01983 407359 or [email protected]

Bar & Waiting Team Members The Harbour Kitchen Source: County Press

Be part of an exciting new venue in Cowes. If you love beer, burgers and bourbon as much as we do get in touch.

To apply, please forward your CV along with a covering letter to [email protected] or for more information and to apply online visit us at www.theharbourkitchen.co.uk/careers

Cleaning Operative ICM Source: www.gov.uk

A Cleaning Operative required for a local site in West Cowes. 10 hours per week at the rate of £6.50 per hour, shifts to be confirmed during interview. We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced cleaner to join our team. You will be responsible for the daily cleaning of all areas within the contract. Achieving high standards, you will ensure the service is operated safely and hygienically. Duties include: ensure your assigned areas are kept clean, presentable and safe for customers by following the required policies and procedures, clean public and staff areas, restock consumables as and when required, ensure rubbish bins are maintained and removed when full, dusting, mopping, wiping and scrubbing surfaces. Experience of working in a customer facing environment, able to work individually and as part of a team, previous cleaning experience and knowledge is desirable. We are looking for an individual who is passionate, well organised, with excellent organisation skills, a ‘can do’ attitude, must have excellent people skills and be a team player.

To apply, please email [email protected] quoting the area.

Catering Assistant/Cook Watersedge Beach Cafe Source: www.gov.uk

We are looking for an all-rounder to help in our kitchen with food preparation and general kitchen duties: preparation of food – baguettes, salads, cooking breakfasts, meals. Also to serve ice creams and general work in relation to a busy beach café. Must be over 18. Permanent position, hours include weekends all year and evenings only in summer and functions. Must be used to working in a fast paced kitchen and have a flexible working attitude.

For further information, please visit www.gov.uk

Retail Sales Assistant Toolstation Source: www.gov.uk

Would you like to work for one of the UK's fastest growing companies? Toolstation is one of the UK's fastest growing companies and as such can offer Retail career development opportunities that are second to none! We are looking for colleagues to join us in our retail teams in our rapidly growing network of stores across the UK. As our first point of contact for our customers you will be working in a trade counter environment; you will support the management team in providing a great customer experience, getting involved in all aspects of the store operation from front end trade counter sales to warehousing and stock management. At Toolstation we are proud to offer great career development opportunities to our colleagues, where hard work and ambition is rewarded with a career in a fast paced growing business. Typical duties include: serving customers at the Isle of Wight Sales Counter, taking orders, picking stock, checking that the customer has the correct items and accurately completing monetary transactions, offering alternatives where appropriate, to fulfil customer orders, adherence to company processes and procedures, process returns as required in line with company procedures, assist in the receipt, checking, location and movements of stock, both in and out, using the stock movement system to maintain a high level of accuracy at all times, housekeeping, ensuring that all areas, both in the store and communal colleague areas are clean and adhere to clear floor policy and Health and Safety requirements. This position is part time for 20 hours per week, to include weekends. Rota's will be decided by the management team to suit each branch. As part of the Travis Perkins group plc, Toolstation are able to offer great benefits to our employees; including colleague pension, provision of uniform, competitive rates of pay, discount on products across the Travis Perkins Group, company share save schemes and more! For further information or to apply, please visit www.gov.uk

Cleaning Operative ICM Source: www.gov.uk

A Cleaning Operative required for a local site in Newport. 20 hours per week at the rate of £6.50 per hour, shifts to be confirmed during interview. We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced cleaner to join our team. You will be responsible for the daily cleaning of all areas within the contract. Achieving high standards, you will ensure the service is operated safely and hygienically. Duties include: ensure your assigned areas are kept clean, presentable and safe for customers by following the required policies and procedures, to clean public and staff areas, restock consumables as and when required, ensure rubbish bins are maintained and removed when full, dusting, mopping, wiping and scrubbing surfaces. Experience of working in a customer facing environment, able to work individually and as part of a team. Previous cleaning experience and knowledge is desirable. We are looking for an individual who is passionate, well organised with excellent organisation skills, a ‘can do’ attitude. Must have excellent people skills and be a team player.

To apply, please email [email protected] quoting the area.

Are you friendly, reliable, caring and presentable? Would you like starting pay up to £9.50 per hour with guaranteed future increases?

Would you like a role that can be flexible around your life?

Everycare is looking for helpful, kind, caring people of ALL ages who have a genuine enthusiasm for helping people, to employ and train as Community Care Assistants.

Your role will be vital in helping vulnerable people stay in the comfort, safety and security of their own home so we need to talk to you if you really want to make a positive difference in someone

else’s life!

• Free private healthcare scheme

• Pension scheme

• First class training and support

So if you have your own transport we would really love to hear from you!

Please call 01983 611390 or email [email protected]

Call Centre On-Target Telemarketing Source: County Press

On-Target Telemarketing is an innovative and fast paced company that has grown year on year for the past few years. That growth is continuing and we are in need of 2 call centre staff at our office in Newport. Whilst experience is not essential, you will need to have an excellent telephone manner and up to date computer skills. We are looking for keen individuals that are reliable and professional.

Please send your CV to [email protected]

Customer Service Advisor Halfords Source: County Press

16 hours per week.

For more details or to apply, drop your CV into the store or go online to: www.halfordscareers.com

Kitchen Assistant Source: www.gov.uk

Although the food on offer and the service style varies across our 1,600 pubs, every one of our pub and restaurant business focuses on serving up high quality, freshly prepared and delicious dishes every day. As a Kitchen team member you’ll be a valuable part of a team that thrives on the pressure of working in a busy food operation. You’ll work alongside our Chefs as part of a tight-knit team in an exciting, fast-moving environment, preparing food to order, cleaning and washing up, whilst maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, safety and compliance with hygiene regulations at all times. Before applying for this role please ask yourself - is this you? • Are you passionate about serving up great food dishes you can be proud of? • Have you got a good eye for detail and are you able to work under pressure? • Are you able to work as part of a team and take direction from your team leader? On top of what we pay you, you’ll benefit from working in a fun and social environment, with flexible shift options, 28 days holiday, pension and Sharesave scheme plus extra perks like 20% employee discount at our 1600 restaurants and pubs and High Street shopping discounts*. Our great training scheme means that if you have the ambition to develop your career with us you can achieve qualifications which can lead to an even more rewarding future. Part time kitchen team members, must be reliable and hardworking. A very busy fast paced environment. This is not a seasonal position. *Currently not available in the following brands: All Inns, Carvery, Do Drop, Dragon, Free House Dining, Free Houses, Indie Local, Pizza Kitchen & Bar.


Annefield Grange Source: County Press

Junior Care Staff required for our beautiful new care home in central Ryde. You must be warm, honest and a great team player. Full and ongoing training is provided. Domestic Staff required to take care of our sparkling new care home. Training provided.

If you are a dedicated, kind and supportive person who enjoys working as part of a team please call Mrs Carley Read on 01983 564184. Apprentices welcome. Email: [email protected]

Junior Carers Waxham House Source: County Press

Required for a minimum of 16 hours per week.

For an application pack please contact Kat on 01983 564326 or email [email protected]

Kitchen Assistant Park Resorts Source: www.gov.uk

Situated at Nodes Point Holiday park on the Isle of Wight. Seasonal position. To work full time including weekends and Bank holidays. To assist the Catering Manager in providing a professional catering service to customers, maintaining high levels of cleanliness, presentation and customer service. Key responsibilities: to assist the Catering Manager with the preparation and presentation of a full complement/range of meals/snacks for customers in line with Management and customer requirements, to maintain the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness and take pride in your work in line with Health & Safety and Food Hygiene regulations, cleaning and maintenance: ensuring the kitchen is kept clean at all times and is cleaned thoroughly at the end of each shift; grills and surfaces on a daily basis, complete daily and weekly cleaning tasks of all equipment including deep cleaning, cook to ensure minimum wastage levels; record all wastage or loss to the General Manager and in the wastage book. Key skills required: previous experience of working in a catering environment, effectively working as part of a team, track record of consistently meeting deadlines and working under pressure, understanding the importance of hygiene and high kitchen standards.


Trainee Carpet Fitter Islandwide Source: County Press

A rare opportunity to learn the skills of a highly-sought trade. Applicants will have:

• A strong desire to learn

• An outgoing personality

• A full driving licence (desirable but not essential) Closing date: 15th July 2015.

Send CV and a covering letter to Martin Keyworth at: [email protected] or Islandwide Carpet Warehouse, 4 Star Street, Ryde, IW, PO33 2HX.

Commis Chef Parkbury Hotel Source: www.gov.uk

Assist the Head chef with cooking breakfasts and evening meals, Running the kitchen in the absence of the head chef. Cleaning area of work and also assisting the kitchen porter. Split shifts from 7-11am and 4-8pm 6 days a week.

For further information or to apply, please visit www.gov.uk

Kitchen Porter Parkbury Hotel Source: www.gov.uk

Ensure basic cleaning jobs are carried out as quickly as possible, collect and wash up pots and pans, clean food preparation areas and equipment, in addition to crockery and cutlery, unload food and equipment deliveries, keep the storeroom organised, keep work surfaces, walls and floors clean and sanitised.


Bar Staff Driftwood Beach Bar N Grill Source: County Press

Experienced bar staff required to work an extremely busy seafront bar. Good rates of pay.

Apply online www.driftwoodbeachbar.com or call Driftwood on 01983 404004.

Bar Person Parkbury Hotel Source: www.gov.uk

Job purpose: serve customers by mixing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks; safeguarding patrons. Duties: check in late arrivals, help during restaurant service, prepares mixed drinks by selecting and mixing ingredients according to recipes, prepare beer barrels by connecting hose couplings and connecting barrels to tap, serve beer by filling glasses with beer drawn from tap; retrieving and opening requested-brand bottles and cans, serve wine by opening bottles; decanting; and/or pouring by-the-glass offerings, maintain attractive bar by arranging bottles and glasses for display; removing soiled glassware and empty bottles and cans; ensuring cleanliness, maintain supplies by ordering, requisitioning, or re-stocking snacks, liquors, wines, beer, and non-alcoholic ingredients; replacing beer barrels, prepare refuse for disposal by separating garbage and recyclable items, maintain safe, secure, and clean bar and patrons by following and enforcing standards and procedures; judging when customers have consumed too much alcohol; calling for alternate transportation; complying with legal regulations, update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; keeping abreast of drink trends; exploring new recipes, enhance bar's reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments; safeguarding customers. Skills/qualifications: customer service, teamwork, quality focus, self-motivated, job knowledge, professionalism, safety management, multi-tasking, innovation, verbal communication.

For further information please visit www.gov.uk

School Cleaner Nviro Ltd Source: www.gov.uk

We require a School Cleaner to work in the Lake/Sandown area of the Isle of Wight. Working Monday to Friday from 4:15 to 6:30pm at £6.50 per hour. You must be willing to undergo a DBS check as this is part of the terms and conditions that form your employment with us. We are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking individual to join our fantastic team, helping to create a great working environment. As an Nviro employee, you will receive a full induction and on the job training providing you the skills to deliver the best service we can. Skills required: have a can do attitude, be able to work as part of a team, be punctual and professional at all times, deliver great standards of cleaning, work within the Nviro guidelines. Previous cleaning experience is preferred but not essential as full training will be given to the successful applicant.

To be considered for this role, please email a copy of your CV to [email protected], quoting job reference number BLP/11132.

Waiting Staff The Grandstand Source: County Press

New restaurant now open. Restaurant experience essential, immediate start – must be available to work all hours including evenings and weekends.

Please apply by email to [email protected]

Bar Persons Sandown Conservative Club Source: County Press

Part-time bar persons required, experience preferred but training can be given.

Please apply in writing with your CV to: The Secretary, Sandown Conservative Club, 92 Station Avenue, Sandown, PO36 8HD.

Housekeeper Parkbury Hotel Source: www.gov.uk

Job purpose: maintains hotel rooms by cleaning, dusting, vacuuming, and polishing; providing linen services. Duties: maintains cleaning schedule priorities by following room assignment list; servicing rooms requesting early cleaning first, announces presence by knocking on room doors; returning at a later time to occupied rooms, makes bed by removing and replacing sheets and pillow cases, checking blankets and bedspreads for soiling; replacing soiled items, removes miscellaneous debris by removing refuse, newspapers, room service trays, and mini-bar selections, refreshes bath area by cleaning tub, toilet, and sinks; removing used towels and bathmats; replacing bath linens, replenishes room supplies by restocking toiletries and stationery supplies, cleans floors by washing and vacuuming floors, maintains furnishings by dusting and polishing furniture; cleaning and polishing glass surfaces, conserves energy by closing shades and draperies; turning down air conditioning and heat of unoccupied rooms, maintains room availability by notifying supervisor of room readiness, keeps supplies ready by restocking housekeeping cart at end of shift, keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs, maintains safe, secure, and clean work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with security regulations, updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, enhances housekeeping and hotel reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Skills/qualifications: dependability, quality focus, customer service, customer focus, thoroughness, lifting, housekeeping, equipment maintenance, independence, listening, verbal communication.


Kitchen Porters The New Inn Source: County Press

Kitchen Porters required, immediate positions.

Please telephone Mike on 01983 531314 for an interview.

Receptionist Melbourne Ardenlea Source: www.gov.uk

Job purpose: greeting our guests with a warm welcome, making sure their stay is a pleasant one. Duties: welcome guests by greeting them, in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries, maintain safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations, maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Skills/qualifications: telephone skills, verbal communication, Microsoft Office skills, listening, professionalism, customer focus, organisation, handles pressure, phone skills. Must be able to work some evenings and weekends on a rota basis. Training will be provided.


Seasonal Staff Highdown Inn Source: County Press

Seasonal staff required, all positions; bar, waiting and kitchen.

Phone Susan on 07964 322044 for further details.

Samphire Coastal Kitchen Source: County Press

Waiting Staff, part time, hours by arrangement. Experienced Salad/Sandwich Prep, part time with some evenings.

Ventnor Esplanade, please call in with CV or telephone 01983 855938.

Bar & Floor Staff The Bugle Source: County Press

Bar and floor staff required.

In the first instance please contact John on 01983 760272 or [email protected]

Waiting Staff The King’s Head Source: County Press

Waiting staff required.

For further information or to apply, please telephone 01983 760351.

The Cow Co Source: www.isleofwightjobs.com

The Cow Co is a new and exciting venture from the owners of Tapnell Farm near Yarmouth and this summer they’ll be opening a brand new one hundred cover restaurant and café that promises to be the Isle of Wight’s new foodie destination. Not only is Tapnell home to the Dairy Farm with 400 dairy cows spanning across 800 acres of rural countryside, there is a lot more that the space has to offer - such as holiday rental cottages, a beautiful manor to rent for holidays and events, and it is also home to Tom's Eco Lodge, a popular glamping site. With the restaurant due for completion in mid-June we are now looking for several enthusiastic members of staff to join our Front of House Team. We are looking for great communicators who are passionate about providing the very best customer service to our visitors. People who enjoy being part of a dedicated and friendly team and who strive to ensure that everyone leaves the restaurant having had a truly memorable experience. Experience in catering and hospitality would be an advantage but training is on offer for candidates with a positive attitude and a customer-focused approach to everything they do. We are also looking for a Kitchen Porter to join our Kitchen Team. The successful candidate will work with our Head Chef to ensure the smooth & efficient running of each shift in The Cow Co Kitchen, Restaurant area & the terrace as well as assisting with general kitchen duties such as assisting with the cleaning & clearing of kitchenware & crockery. Experience in catering and hospitality would be an advantage but training is on offer for candidates with a positive attitude and a customer-focused approach to everything they do. Hours are 09:00 to 17:00 and we are open two evenings a week on Wednesday and Friday. Hours are a minimum of twenty per week with additional shifts available during the summer months. Please note that due to our location you will need your own transport.

Please log onto www.isleofwightjobs.com with a recent CV and a cover note telling us why you’d like to join the team.

Print Technician (Apprenticeship NVQ + L3)

Rapanui Source: www.rapanuiclothing.com/jobs

We’re looking for a hard working person to join our fast paced production team in our factory in Cowes, learning how to print t-shirts to a professional standard. The ideal candidate will be a practical, hands-on individual who will strive to be their best in a fast paced environment. They must be diligent and have a strong attention to detail and a passion for quality. A get-up-and-go, can-do attitude is a must. Demonstrating maturity and a desire to learn and grow skills will strengthen an individual candidate’s application. Full training will be given. Rapanui created 6 full time jobs this year for qualified apprentices. In our fast-growth, can-do culture the management team at Rapanui are looking for a positive individual with drive and determination to share in this exciting phase in our brand’s growth.

Please apply at rapanuiclothing.com/apprenticeships, or call 01983 409790 for more information.

Graphic Design Apprentice Rapanui Source: www.rapanuiclothing.com/jobs

Rapanui designs and manufactures clothing on the Isle of Wight. We are looking for a young, enthusiastic person to join our design team as our business has grown in size. The aim of the apprenticeship is to learn how to design and develop artwork and products not just for Rapanui collections, but also for commercial contracts with some of Europe’s biggest brands and charities. Rapanui created 6 full time jobs this year for qualified apprentices. The most successful trainees have been fundamentally hardworking, reliable, have a can-do attitude and have high personal standards. If you have the raw ingredients to make that happen: Photoshop and illustrator skills, and an ability to think creatively about graphic design, specifically t-shirts and want to learn on the job- this could be your big opportunity. You don’t need to do a degree, or go to London to be the designer behind a big brand. The graphic design apprentice will be taught by the Lead Designer for a year with the aim to take a senior role in our design team next season. It may be the toughest year of your life ramming in so much learning and experience, but you will come out the end of it at the reigns of one of the fastest growing brands in the UK, all right here on the Isle of Wight. Person Spec: can do attitude, Photoshop and illustrator skills, diligent, hardworking & determined.

Please apply at rapanuiclothing.com/apprenticeships, or call 01983 409790.

VACANCIES ON APPRENTICESHIPS ONLINE https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship

Please visit the above website for further information on these vacancies and how to apply.

Click on: ‘Find an apprenticeship’. You will need an e-mail address to register on this site.

Rigging Apprentice Spencer Rigging Ltd Ref: VAC000660984

Hours: 37½ per week, 8am - 4.30pm, over 5 days

Wage: £123.75 per week Closing Date: 17/07/2015

Desired skills: Hand skills, practical, coordinated, head for heights (as some tasks may involve working at heights). It is VITAL that Literacy and Numeracy skills are accurate as if mistakes are made regularly this is very costly to the business. Willing to learn, able to follow and interpret instructions, learn to work from drawings and plans, sailing experience would be beneficial, good communication skills, analytical skills, able to assemble things, able to make things, understanding of Health & Safety. Qualifications required: Ideally for this role GCSE C or above (or equivalent) will be needed in English and especially Maths. There will be a lot of measuring and counting as well as working out ratios when tension testing etc. Personal qualities: A keen interest in the marine industry would be very beneficial, willing to learn, cooperative, able to fit in to a small team, keen to learn. Future prospects: Potential for secure employment and a skilled career for the right candidate. Things to consider: This position could involve some South Coast Travel depending on experience and ability. Alongside this there could be opportunities to do some work abroad. Working to deadlines.

For further details and to apply for this position please visit: www.apprenticeships.org.uk

Beauty Therapy Apprentice Be Calmed Ref: VAC000647487

Hours: 30 per week Wage: £81.90 per week Closing Date: /2015

Desired skills: Some experience either in General Beauty or Nails, good communication skills (chatty but able to ask questions and listen), well mannered, attention to detail, willing to learn, willing to improve, able to create and maintain a good first impression, trustworthy, numerate, literate. Qualifications required: If undertaking a Level 2 or Level 3 Beauty Therapy Apprenticeship the minimum requirement will be GCSE at Grade D (or equivalents) in both English and Maths. Ideally you should be qualified to a good standard. Personal qualities: Polite, calm, kind, well presented at all times, must have a passion for the industry, should like helping people feel better about themselves or understand that some treatments are a treat so they need to feel pampered, responsible, reliable, gentle, welcoming, professional outlook, pride in the salon and own skills. Future prospects: Potential for secure employment and running appointments for yourself in the future. Things to consider: You will be working with the human body. You may be stood up for periods of time. You will need to be chatty but also know when a client may not want to talk much.


Apprentice Housekeeper Albert Cottage Hotel Ref: VAC000661920

Hours: 30 per week over 5 days Wage: £81.90 per week Closing Date: 14/07/2015

Desired skills: Good customer service skills. Good organisational and time management skills. Good communication skills with both colleagues and public. An effective team member who works well under pressure. Qualifications required: None as full training will be provided. Things to consider: The hospitality industry is a fun industry to be part of, however it can be hard and demanding work. You will be on your feet most of the time and will be expected to work early mornings and some weekends. Personal qualities: Willingness to learn and develop, punctual, smart and presentable, friendly and reliable. Future prospects: Subject to an interview full time employment and progression onto an advance apprenticeship can be offered.


Apprentice Care Assistant Community Spirited Ref: VAC000635593

Hours: 30 per week Wage: £81.90 per week Closing Date: 19/07/2015

Desired skills: Effective communication skills, patience, good listening skills, caring nature, flexibility with approach to work essential, candidate must be a car driver as you would be required to visit clients in their own homes around the Island. Qualifications required: None as full training will be given. Things to consider: DBS (CRB) check will be carried out. References will be required. Please note this position will require you to have your own transport. Personal qualities: Trustworthy, caring and enthusiastic person capable of working on own initiative and as part of a team. Future prospects: To gain experience and knowledge as a home help and to complete a Level 2 Apprenticeship in Health & Social Care.


Retail Apprenticeship IOW Flowers Ref: VAC000659470

Hours: 30 per week, tba individually Wage: £81.90 per week Closing Date: 26/07/2015

Desired skills: Good telephone manner, good communication skills, confident, punctual. Qualifications required: None but will be required to write clearly and process orders mathematically. Things to consider: There are long periods of time spent on your feet and due to keeping the flowers in their best condition - the temperature is not always warm! Personal qualities: Hard working, strong work ethic, good team working skills. Future prospects: There will be an opportunity on completion of the apprenticeship to be interviewed for a full time position.


Advanced Legal Services Apprenticeship

Isle of Wight Council Ref: VAC000654677

Hours: 37 per week, Monday - Friday 9am – 5pm with flexibility

Wage: £240 per week Closing Date: 07/08/2015

Desired skills: Experience of working in an office environment, experience of working as part of a team, knowledge of working with Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Qualifications required: Achieved or predicted 3 x A Levels A-C minimum or BTEC National or equivalent qualification, 8 GCSE’s Grades A-C (or equivalent) Things to consider: Must be willing & able to work flexible hours to suit the needs of the service. Personal qualities: Flexibility and adaptability; ability to adapt readily to change and work effectively in a variety of situations, groups or with individuals, excellent spoken and written communication skills and the ability to work in a team, considerable drive and ability to use own initiative, the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, good organisational and time management skills, the ability to follow instructions, the ability to absorb large amounts of complex information, high level of accuracy and attention to detail, research skills as well as respect for confidential information. Future prospects: CILEx Law School has strong employer links within this industry sector and following on from successful completion of this apprenticeship there maybe the opportunity for progression onto a higher apprenticeship or the CILEx Chartered Legal Executive training.


Carpentry and Joinery Apprentice Mountjoy Ref: VAC000661203

Hours: 40 per week, Monday to Friday


Desired skills: You will need good practical skills with attention to detail. Qualifications required: The applicant should have a good level of English and maths as well as a willingness to learn and attend college. Things to consider: So what's in it for you? Well, choosing a future in construction is a very smart move. For a start, you won't be going it alone - thousands of people enter the industry each year in the UK, joining a team of specialists who are working together to build us a brighter future. Personal qualities: Applicants need to be enthusiastic, well organised, self-motivated, and punctual. You need to be able to work independently as well as part of a team. Future prospects: Carpenters and joiners often move into other related trades such as shopfitting, formworking, bench joinery, maintenance work and systems installation. You may also want to move into the technical or supervisory side of things, or even become your own boss.


Apprentice Recruitment Consultant Anchor Agency Ref: VAC000655485

Hours: 35 per week, Monday - Friday Wage: £95.55 per week Closing Date: 22/07/2015

Desired skills: Good customer service, good communication, organisational skills, good people skills, willingness to learn. Qualifications required: English and Maths at grade C and above in GCSE or equivalent. Things to consider: You must be highly motivated and consistently efficient. Personal qualities: Good common sense, confident and engaging, enthusiastic, determination Future prospects: Anchor Recruitment Agency will support you in your future progression and give you every opportunity to progress onto an Advanced Apprenticeship.


Parts Consultant Apprentice Dorset Auto Spares Ltd Ref: VAC000661264

Hours: 40 per week, Monday to Friday 8:00-17:00


Desired skills: You will need to be able to demonstrate both written and verbal communication skills. Qualifications required: There are no entry requirements to apply, however you will need to complete initial assessments in English and Maths. Things to consider: Successful apprentices will be based within a workshop environment which can be dirty and tiring. Personal qualities: A keen interest in the motor industry, with a willingness to learn and a can do attitude.


Parts Technician (Warehousing and Storage) Apprentice

Premier Ford Ref: VAC000658564

Hours: 40 per week, Mon - Fri 8:00 - 17:00 (1 hour lunch)


Desired skills: A good practical ability and aptitude, understanding of and the ability to work out timings correctly, understanding of Health and Safety protocols, the ability to work under supervision, the ability to take instructions and implement them, good Maths skills, problem solving skills, some IT capabilities, the ability to check things and work with a high level of accuracy, methodical approach, good communication skills and customer service skills, some mechanical knowledge and/or experience would be helpful in this role. Qualifications required: Ideally the successful candidate will hold GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent) in both English Language and Maths. Things to consider: This is quite a detailed job and will require concentration and accurate checking of goods in and out. The packages vary from handling large boxes to small packages which can sometimes get a little dusty. Personal qualities: Reliable, able to accept and handle responsibility and also be accountable for own actions, to learn from mistakes, good timekeeping, willing to work, willing to learn, good communication skills, honest, trustworthy, initiative. Future prospects: Progression in to full time employment or further training. Possible increase financially as skills and capabilities progress.


Apprentice Chef The Wheatsheaf Ref: VAC000661815

Hours: 30 per week Wage: £195 per week Closing Date: 28/07/2015

Desired skills: For this Apprenticeship some kitchen experience would be a great advantage. Knife skills. Qualifications required: Being committed and passionate is of the greatest importance. Things to consider: It gets very hot in the kitchen, long hours on your feet, very hard work, unsociable hours, shifts to be confirmed. Personal qualities: Able to work well within a happy team. You must have initiative and common sense. Future prospects: This Apprenticeship will lead to a full time permanent position. There is the opportunity to gain all relevant qualifications.


Apprentice Kitchen Assistant/Porter The Wheatsheaf Ref: VAC000661777

Hours: 30 per week – shifts to be confirmed.


Desired skills: Some kitchen experience would be desirable, but not essential. Qualifications required: None at this time. Things to consider: This is hard work and can get very hot in the kitchen. This apprenticeship will involve working unsociable hours, as with all jobs in the hospitality industry. You will also be required to work at weekends. Personal qualities: Able to work well within a team, initiative and common sense is also a desired personal quality. Honest and reliable. Must be a hard worker. Future prospects: This will become a full time permanent position for the successful candidate.


Electrical Engineer Apprentice Trucast Ltd Ref: VAC000660381

Hours: 36 per week, Mon-Fri Wage: £211.68 per week Closing Date: 10/08/2015

Desired skills: The ability to read/write and basic mathematical skills are essential. Qualifications required: Ideally GCSE English, Maths and Science Grade C and above (or equivalent) but willing to relax these requirements for the right minded candidate. Personal qualities: Highly motivated to learn and apply new skills. You will be hard working, punctual and diligent. Future prospects: Trucast are committed to the development of their Apprentices. On completion of your apprenticeship, you will be a fully trained and highly skilled member of our maintenance team. Things to consider: Please note that all applicants will be required to attend a pre-entry interview with PETA before an application can be processed. The basic working week is 36 hours. You will work a normal day shift initially but will move to a rotating early/late shift when you have the appropriate skills (approx 6 months). The shift pattern is 6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm. Weekly wage at Doncasters Trucast will evolve as follows:- • Year 1 - £5.88 per hour • Year 2 - £7.76 per hour • Year 3 - £9.40 per hour • Year 4 - £10.58 per hour


SEN/Behaviour Support Assistant Apprentice

Oakfield Primary School Ref: VAC000659634

Hours: 37½ per week, Monday -Friday, 9am-5pm


Desired skills: Communication skills, IT literate, supporting. Qualifications required: GCSE in Maths and English (A-E) or equivalent. Personal qualities: Friendly, caring, confident, outgoing, eager to learn. Future prospects: If the apprentice proves successful with his/her duties, the role may be expanded once the apprenticeship is over.


Apprentice Greenkeeper Shanklin & Sandown Golf Club

Ref: VAC000650375


Desired skills: You will need to enjoy an outdoor life. Qualifications required: Maths and English GCSE Grade D or above (or equivalent). Training to be provided: Diploma Level 2 Horticulture (Greenkeeping). Personal qualities: You will be reliable, adaptable and enjoy working with other people.


Apprentice Domiciliary Care Assistant Acorn Care Services Ref: VAC000591337

Hours: 30 per week Wage: £81.90 per week Closing Date: 19/07/2015

Desired skills: Ability to communicate well and work as an effective team player. Own transport is desirable, but will be shadowing with a member of staff to start with. Qualifications required: None as full training will be provided but must be willing to progress within the field of Health & Social Care training opportunities. Things to be considered: DBS (CRB) Check will be carried out. Personal qualities: Friendly, polite and willing to work. Future prospects: For the right candidate a permanent position as a full time carer with the relevant experience and qualification. To progress to a senior carer in the future.


Apprentice Teaching Assistant Brading CofE Primary School Ref: VAC000661673

Hours: 37 per week, over 5 days including day release


Desired skills: Ability to relate well to children and adults, work constructively as part of a team, understanding school rules and responsibilities and your own positions within these, also be flexible and have a good sense of humour, ability to identify own training and development needs and cooperate with means to address these, able to organise themselves. Qualifications required: Good numeracy/literacy/ICT skills A GCSE C or above in Maths or English (or equivalent) would be an advantage. Things to be considered: The successful candidate will be working in a school environment with young pupils. Timekeeping, smart appearance and an ability to work within a busy environment are important factors. The successful candidate will be required to provide references and undergo a DBS check. Personal qualities: To be able to work as a part of team, to be able to organise themselves, ability to work well with both adults and children. Future prospects: To become a full teaching assistant / Higher Level teaching assistant or teacher.


Advanced Apprentice Carer Stonehaven Ref: VAC000662756


Desired skills: Good communication skills, empathy with the residents, friendly manner, team worker, efficient attitude to work. Qualifications required: None as full training will be provided but a good standard of spoken English required. Things to be considered: DBS (CRB) check will be carried out. This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment Personal qualities: Trustworthy, good work ethic, enthusiastic friendly personality.


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