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Week Commencing 6 November 2019
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Balloons Are Taking Off – Apprentice Retail & Events Assistant
Balloons Are Taking Off are looking to recruit an Apprentice Retail and Events Assistant to find out more and apply here www.apprenticeships.scot/vacancy-details/?refCode=126526
XS Locksmiths – Trainee Locksmith XS Locksmiths are looking to recruit a Trainee Locksmith no experience is required must possess good customer service, basic IT skills, be able to work as part of a team and on own initiative for the role as full training will be given. Send CV & covering letter asap by email [email protected]
Mazars Edinburgh – Administration Apprentice Mazars Edinburgh are looking to recruit a Administration Apprentice for more info and to apply
https://mazarstrainingopportunities.engageats.co.uk/LoginV2.aspx?enc=BZanKhqaGV4sm2nj7RHa7GhkOd14/3+CTEVOzJpAtobXDoCon9f78unb9uKpm2TFM4KMkmywTU95PU91TZGTKUt5l7nK6eavYkL9u8IiKsGwdm62LS055OMTpGtetJCiFdDhJ6j3CyDp+x6Utd1EtWlIvS9RCipOJA/4bHY30XsjMVj5eJF02DYVKobCDNP1
Computershare – Service Desk Analyst Apprentice
Computershare Service Desk Analyst Apprentice for more information and to apply http://bit.ly/35ZKRpy
Salvation Army - Care Assistant Apprentice
Salvation Army Care Assistant Apprentice for more information and to apply http://bit.ly/2Wa6GhG
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – Chef Apprentice Chef Apprentice at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian Hilton for more info and to apply https://jobs.hilton.com/…/Chef-Apprenti…/J3Q7YV72TL22PC1H4PM
Marsh & McLennan Companies – Mercer Wealth Apprenticeship
Marsh & McLennan Companies Mercer Wealth Apprenticeship 2020 Edinburgh. Mercer a global consulting leader in health, wealth and career, but if you’re applying for apprentice roles, all of these descriptions are probably starting to blur into one. What would you actually be doing if you join them? Find out more info and apply here https://careers.mmc.com/job/-/-/4886/13504129?src=JB-12460
Royal Mail – Advanced Engineering Apprentice
Royal Mail are looking to recruit an Advanced Engineering Apprentice for further information and to apply https://bit.ly/32eV1Ae
Western Honda Edinburgh – Apprentice Service Technician
Western Honda Edinburgh are recruiting for an Apprentice Service Technician
www.easternwestern.co.uk/careers/current-vacancies/Apprentice-Service-Technician/3018/?fbclid=IwAR0wZ0uTKp_yT-oAHCtEUardG22f9Uf6_OazDJo3PeLacfThgkfBp3ypLlE
Eastern BMW Newbridge – Apprentices Apprentice Service Technician http://bit.ly/2lJPIJ6 & Apprentice Parts Adviser http://bit.ly/2lHGoVV you also need to apply via BMW Recruitment to be considered
www.bmw.co.uk/en/footer/experience-bmw/careers/retail-network-apprenticeships.html?fbclid=IwAR1uowm8LtHPgoUIEc6cbFKicdimHlknzrXGwmjgPon8po8GLw99dGtYtm4
Network Rail – Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme Network Rail Level 3 engineering apprenticeship scheme has just opened for applications. The three year apprenticeship programme is designed to offer a balanced mix of practical work and study towards academic qualifications. You’ll spend the first few months living and learning at one of our training centres. The rest of your scheme will be spent working hands-on from a depot close to home. Click here to apply http://bit.ly/2m9WsA5
Evans Halshaw Vauxhall – Apprentice Vehicle Technician/Mechanic Apprentice Vehicle Technician / Mechanic with Evans Halshaw Vauxhall for more information
and to apply www.jobsatpendragongroup.co.uk/vacancy/apprentice-vehicle-technician---mechanic-4107-edinburgh-vauxhall/4125/description/?fbclid=IwAR0rigCGwAR6fULuo4o49VqqMK1OWPeeqBbnEbnQaqOSE3SvLnkGfGdCjPQ
Ernest Young (EY) Financial Apprenticeship Programmes Assurance Apprenticeship Programme https://go.ey.com/2EMWQNM Tax Business Apprenticeship Programme https://go.ey.com/2Sl4YHW Transactions Business Apprenticeship Programme https://go.ey.com/2EMvJm0
Peter Vardy BMW – Motor Vehicle Technician Apprentice BMW/MINI Motor Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship with Peter Vardy | BMW Edinburgh for more info and to apply http://forms.bmw.co.uk/forms/oli_bmw_apprnt/?_ga=2.213896339.604839693.1536931128-609891420.1513868088&fbclid=IwAR3ismlNBStOmILnfsi65QYkqDMk326hubT0o-v7Nwz9U1LeRGWjCDtmv74
GTG Training – Bus & Coach Engineering & Maintenance Apprentice Bus and Coach Engineering and Maintenance Apprentice with GTG Training more info and to apply www.apprenticeships.scot/vacancy-details/?refCode=126177 opportunity for 16-19 year-old interested in starting a career and gaining a recognised qualification in the motor industry. Maths, English & either a Science or Craft subject at National 4 or above, Standard Grades 1-4 (intermediates will also be accepted). Closing date 23 November
BBC Scotland Graduate & Modern Apprenticeships Glasgow BBC Scotland are currently looking for:- Graduate Apprenticeship Broadcasting Engineer, Modern Apprentice Broadcast Operator, Business Management & Admin for their Glasgow offices click the link for further details www.bbc.co.uk/careers/trainee-schemes-and-apprenticeships
Edinburgh International Film Festival – Jobs & Volunteering Edinburgh International Film Festival now recruiting for various jobs and volunteering opportunities. Under 18’s will be considered for youth events volunteering. https://bit.ly/2DOHm9x
Police Scotland – Police Officers “I had lots of positive police role models. I wanted to be in their position and have that effect on other people.” Looking for an exciting, life-changing career full of varied opportunities? Consider joining us, for a job like no other. Click the link below to start your journey www.scotland.police.uk/recruitment/police-officers/ https://youtu.be/8oLCOEvB-EE www.scotland.police.uk/recruitment/
Young Person Job Grant Survey The Scottish Government want to hear what you think about a new benefit called the Job Grant that would help young people who are starting a new job. Fill out the survey in the link and make sure the Job Grant helps you and other young people out! https://t.co/vZFSpVU0Rm
New Grant to Offer Financial Support for Young Carers Scottish Government launched a new grant to offer financial support for young carers in Scotland. https://t.co/7sGk1QQquO The Young Carer Grant is available for 16-18 year olds who spend an average of 16 hours caring for someone who receives a disability benefit.
British Gas Work Experience Programme British Gas have a date for their Work Experience programme their next taster day is 11 November in Edinburgh see link www.centrica.com/careers/graduates-apprentices/apprenticeships/movement-work?fbclid=IwAR0RuPT-SzjmK0zrX-v3ZQAnSWiSidypC9vAdcYy9giMOUR_0b_Y9OlYdkg offering two free, action-packed weeks of skills training, in partnership with Movement to Work, to build self-confidence and help prepare young people for work
Capital Theatres Edinburgh – Care Experienced, Exploring the Arts Do you want to try something new? Are you interested in exploring the arts? Are you a care experienced young person aged 16-26? We are looking for a group of young people who would love to participate in theatre workshops, see productions at our theatres and create a piece of work based on their own experiences, whether this is a piece of film, a musical, an installation or a dance. No experience is necessary, and everyone is welcome! More info: http://bit.ly/33Ssa5i
University of Edinburgh Apprenticeships Modern Apprenticeships with University of Edinburgh open to anyone, however funding for the training is only available to those aged 16-24 click here for info https://www.ed.ac.uk/human-resources/jobs/current-modern-apprentice-job-opportunities
Wanting help with your Job Search? Drop in Monday to Friday for help at 79 Shandwick Place if you are 16 – 19 years old, left school
or unemployed you don’t need an appointment Left school or unemployed, age 16 - 19 and looking for work, training or
an apprenticeship? Come in and see us at Skills Development Scotland Careers Centre
79 Shandwick Place Monday to Friday 9 am - 5 pm Wednesday 10.30 am – 5 pm
Get help to: make a CV, look for jobs (including seasonal jobs), find training / college opportunities and you can have face to face careers advice
No appointment needed telephone: 0131 718 2040 for more info
PACE - Facing redundancy or recently made redundant? Facing redundancy or recently made redundant? Did you know you can access the help and support you need through Partnership Action for Continuing Employment (PACE).
Free and confidential Scottish Government initiative dedicated to helping individuals and employers faced with redundancy. Click on the link for further details https://bit.ly/2TewKG
Police Scotland connecting with Young People
Police Scotland have launched a website and Facebook page especially for young people! This is a space for children and young people to access information. A fantastic, modern platform to communicate with Police. www.scotland.police.uk/youth-hub
MyKidsCareer Webservice Are you a parent? Want to know about future jobs, navigating options, choices and pathways for your child you can check them here on a new web service for parents https://mykidscareer.com/
RAF Apprenticeships
The RAF is currently recruiting for the following apprenticeships: Cyberspace communications specialist • personnel support • intelligence analyst • RAF regimental gunner • weapon technician • air and ground steward • supply, storage and distribution specialist • chef • driver • mover • air and space operations specialist (aerospace operations) • air and space operations specialist (flight operations) • aircraft technician (avionics) • aircraft technician (avionics) • communications infrastructure technician • RAF police • survival equipment specialist • firefighter • firefighter •general technician (workshops • You can also register your interest for the following apprenticeships and be notified when they open: RAF medic • photographer http://bit.ly/31AxCbR
Army The army offers the following apprenticeships: Public service and health • engineering • telecommunications • animal care • IT • logistics www.royalnavy.mod.uk/careers/levels-of-entry/apprenticeships/find-your-apprenticeship construction • business admin http://bit.ly/31AxCbR
Royal Navy
There are 64 different types of apprenticeships available in the Royal Navy. The following roles are currently being recruited for with a high priority, but there’s many more to choose from: Catering services • catering services (submariner) • mine warfare specialist • Royal Marines bugler • Royal Marines commando • Royal Marines musician • Royal Navy police • warfare specialist • warfare specialist (submariner) • Weapon engineer officer (submariner) • writer (submariner • writer Logistician) • http://bit.ly/2ZnE5Fw
Construction Careers Interested in being a part of transforming the face of Scotland? The construction industry has many opportunities with many different roles! Check them out here: https://bit.ly/2QH9aUD or https://housebuildingcareers.org.uk
Jarvie Plant Group – Plant Workshop & Hire Desk Apprentices Jarvie Plant Group are looking to recruit a Plant Workshop Apprentice in Edinburgh for more
info and to apply www.jarvieplant.co.uk/?page_id=19501 Hire Desk Apprentice
https://bit.ly/2TnGa2j
Caldow Salon – Hairdressing Trainee / Assistants
Caldow Salon are hiring full time trainee's/assistants, email Aileen or Allan at [email protected]
Marks and Spencer Recruitment
Marks and Spencer nationwide recruitment https://bit.ly/2ThA2bY and festive
recruitment http://careers.marksandspencer.com/
City of Edinburgh Council - Early Years, Childcare
Edinburgh Council are recruiting for multiple early years check out https://t.co/ck1eWU5jkC for
more info and to apply, also Apprentice opportunities at www.apprenticeships.scot
Keenan Consultancy - App Building (Electrical) Service Engineer
The Keenan Consultancy, Rose Street Lane North Edinburgh are looking to recruit an Apprentice Building (Electrical) Services Engineer - https://bit.ly/2BPd9pp
Find more free careers advice information and guidance for all at:
Skills Development Scotland careers centre 79 Shandwick Place Edinburgh EH2 4SD
0800 917 8000 www.myworldofwork.co.uk www.apprenticeships.scot
Facebook www.facebook.com/SDSEdinburgh/ Twitter & YouTube /myworldofwork
Check our SDS Edinburgh Facebook page we have a short centre introduction video on our page to check out?
Kloeckner Metals UK – Apprentice Warehouse Operative
Kloeckner Metals UK are looking to recruit an Apprentice Warehouse Operative in Edinburgh check out info / apply www.kloecknermetalsuk.com/jobs/apprentice-warehouse-operative/?fbclid=IwAR0fpIEkTQk7myv8wCG1TpDmMSl2gdBI3pGNm-JqKVPNKrQW89AYQTDWFOY
Charlie Miller Trainee Hairdressing Apprentice Charlie Miller in Edinburgh accepts applications for their trainee hairdressing positions all year. For more details see https://bit.ly/2JdVsAy
Peek A Boo Nursery Barton – Apprentice Early Years Practitioner
Apprentice Early Years Practitioner Peek-a-boo Nursery (Edinburgh) Barton. Successful candidate will be responsible for meeting the daily care and education needs of young children by providing stimulating age/stage experiences. Please send a covering letter and CV to [email protected]
Breadwinner Bakery – Apprentice Baker
Apprentice Baker complete 3-4 yr apprenticeship practical on the job training accredited SCQF (Levels 5&6) Days will be varied, working across different departments. Though every day you will get a chance to see, touch and smell artisan breads, cakes and pastries that have you have made start to finish come out the oven. Working with bakers and other apprentices
passionate about what they do and keen to pass on their skills. No qualifications are required, looking for people with a desire to learn, an ability to listen and commitment to work hard. Please send a covering letter and CV to The Breadwinner Bakery 15/4 South Gyle Crescent, EH12 9EB Edinburgh
Edinburgh Guarantee - Jobs, apprenticeships and training opportunities for young
people. www.edinburghguarantee.org/
Leonardo – Various Apprenticeships MA & Graduate
Leonardo have different Apprenticeships they are looking to recruit www.apprenticeships.scot/find-a-vacancy/?keywords=Leonardo&location=Edinburgh&distance=15&type=&jobCategory=&qualification=&sortType=relevance&page=1 - All have a closing date of 15 November 2019 Software Engineer Graduate Apprentice x3 - http://bit.ly/2mjANFM Design Engineering Graduate Apprentice - http://bit.ly/2l9Q3F0 Manufacturing Apprentice - http://bit.ly/2mSbpY1/ Design Engineering Technical Apprentice - http://bit.ly/2lkUzAu Business Apprentice - http://bit.ly/2mTynhj Manufacturing Technical Apprentice - http://bit.ly/2mSyPwf
Ingenza – Business Admin Apprentice Ingenza have a new opportunity for a Business Admin Apprentice to join their growing team. They’d like someone to join them full time with a one day release to likely Forth Valley College studying towards an HNC in Business Administration. An exciting opportunity for someone to begin and flourish in a career in business. If you know of anyone who may be interested in this position, please kindly ask them to send their CV with covering letter to [email protected] ASAP www.ingenza.com
Cabin Crew TUI Summer 2020 Register your interest for Cabin Crew vacancies using the link TUI Summer 2020 http://bit.ly/2XVhtQl
Cabin Crew Jet2.com Cabin Crew Edinburgh with Jet2.com & Jet2holidays more info and apply ow.ly/AjYY30pL480
Blake Group – Apprentice Steel Fabricators / Welders
Blake Group are currently looking for Apprentice Steel Fabricators / Welders to join the team at their engineering facility in Edinburgh. Work will include: Welding, fabrication and sheet metalwork, including shearing, folding etc. Fitting and assembly duties including the use of hand tools and marking out. Learn how to read drawings, measure and inspect products. More information and to apply, email - [email protected]
www.blakegroup.co.uk/news/apprentice-fabricator-welders-required/?fbclid=IwAR1ApIsCSpR9GLwJiyz5sj8CF72DFmQwSKzOvG2f2O4rFksy33d0E-M_-AU
EDF – Engineering Maintenance Apprentice Torness 2020 Engineering Maintenance Apprenticeship - Torness more info and to
apply http://bit.ly/2oTXAtb Closing date 5 January 2020
APlant – Hire Desk Apprentice Looking to recruit a Hire Desk Apprentice www.aplant.com/careers/job-search/app201925-hire-desk-apprentice-edinburgh?fbclid=IwAR2spYGgbBVWZz0typ5UGxbYzY3Eo8EUdKh_KVrOMTQncpAbZXd1eUXyofU
14 November 2019 - M&G Prudential Apprenticeship Insights Event
4 March 2020 – DYW Jobs Roadshow Informed Inspired Hired Developing Young Workforce Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian Jobs Roadshow – Informed Inspired Hired more details to follow – save the date 4 March 2020 as part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2020 #ScotAppWeek 2 – 6 March 2020 Skyscanner – School Student Work Experience
Work experience at Skyscanner for school students in their Edinburgh Office for more info and to apply www.skyscanner.net/jobs/job/1819317/ Please note, due to the nature of their business, it is not possible to carry out ‘real’ work as part of their Work experience. Their programmes consist of simulated activities, projects and presentations to provide an overview and insight of what it’s like to work at Skyscanner.
13 & 14 November – Skills Scotland
Skills Scotland Edinburgh Wednesday 13 November 2019 (evening only) 5pm – 7pm and Thursday 14 November 9:30am – 3pm at the Royal Highland Centre Ingliston.
We're supporting Skills Scotland shows in Edinburgh in November. Do you know a 14-24 year old? Help them meet employers, training and education providers like Careers in Racing, Charles River Laboratories, Edinburgh College, Go Construct, NHS Scotland, Pinocchio's Children's Nurseries, Scottish Government and so many more at Edinburgh's largest skills,
career and apprenticeship event. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/skills-scotland-edinburgh-2019-family-individual-registration-registration-59528004865?fbclid=IwAR3zLURCXENF6FvI51kN4Xhu17mmtxvJYySn7OZTHaAo-l0t0nd6BAdCEWs Check out our events page Skills Scotland 13 November (Evening
Event) www.facebook.com/events/2204122646338691/ 14 November (Day Event) www.facebook.com/events/413429996159700/
13 November 2019 – Leonardo UK Technology Talk Interested in seeing inside Leonardo UK's world-class design and manufacturing facility in Edinburgh? Register today for their upcoming Technology Talk on 13 November to engage with their engineers and learn more about our Radar and Electro Optic systems: https://t.co/4UhDzxqqsx Check out their Graduate and Modern apprenticeship opportunities www.apprenticeships.scot/find-a-vacancy/… closing date 15 November 2019
13 November – Kirkliston Leisure Centre Recruitment Open Day
Wednesday 13 November 10 am - 3 pm Leisure Attendants (Dry) to work at Kirkliston Leisure Centre on a part time basis and have the perfect opportunity for you to find out if this could be the role for you. Go along and meet the team at their Recruitment Open Day on Wednesday 13 November 2019 from 10 am to 3 pm at Kirkliston Leisure Centre, Kirkliston Park Street, Kirkliston EH29 9ET If you’re interested, just pop along and they guarantee that you will be seen by one of the team. Please bring along 3 form of ID with you including passport/photo ID and proof of address.
GYMNASTICS RECRUITMENT OPEN DAY Wednesday 13 November 2019 Gymnastics Coaches wanted. Do you have a passion for gymnastics, a talent for teaching and a gift for delivering the best coaching experience possible? You will be responsible for helping customers to have great fun, develop their skills and keep coming back for more. As such, you’ll be a people person, a good listener and a great communicator. A minimum UKCC level 1 coaching qualification within gymnastics or pre-school gymnastics is essential but a UKCC Level 2 would be even better. If you’re interested, pop along and they guarantee that you will be seen by one of the team. Please bring along 3 form of ID with you including passport / photo ID and proof of address.
https://vacancies.edinburghleisure.co.uk/LoginV2.aspx?enc=vDVLPY6BrOnmx9szwB5icMU%2FBp97ap1BlI%2Fjb0LhRYVeoh%2Fcn5bYgvW+9EbbSw7a&fbclid=IwAR0-azNiAuYy7xEpw51YWsyjDd-rJmMSzfVOV7jCgVi50TKp27YwQY4PeOM
Scottish Apprenticeships
Come in and see us if you need help applying at your local Skills Development Scotland careers centre
www.apprenticeships.scot www.myworldofwork.co.uk Many more Modern Apprenticeship opportunities available
via Apprenticeships.scot http://ow.ly/l3FU30j1TuP You can advertise apprenticeships for free and find out about the many different apprenticeships on offer even while you are at school. Check closing dates and
apply asap as quite often positions close when they have enough applicants
SDS East & Midlothian have handy information in EDUBUZZ for all vacancies and
openings in their area and some in Edinburgh. www.edubuzz.org/midandeastvacancies/author/fodonnell/
SDS West Lothian have handy information in their Snippets for all vacancies and openings
in their area with some in Edinburgh. Pop in and see them for more info.
Seasonal Work – Edinburgh Festivals
Want to work as part of one of Edinburgh's many Festival's? Have a look at the many jobs, internships & volunteer positions available www.edfilmfest.org.uk/about-us/jobs www.edinburghfestivalcity.com/about/jobs www.edfringe.com/learn/work-with-us www.indeed.co.uk/Edinburgh-Festival-jobs www.assemblyfestival.com/who-we-are/work-with-us www.eusa.ed.ac.uk/jobs/festival/ www.edbookfest.co.uk/about-us/jobs www.edinburghjazzfestival.com/about-the-f…/get-involved.html www.edinburghfestivalcity.com/about/volunteers www.pleasance.co.uk/fringe-volunteers-2018 ww.edinburghjazzfestival.com/about-the-fes…/…/volunteer.html Edinburgh International Film Festival Edinburgh Festival Fringe Edinburgh International Festival Edinburgh Festivals Edinburgh International Book Festival Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival Edinburgh Art Festival
Find out what jobs are available as part of Edinburgh’s Christmas 2019 at www.edinburghschristmas.com/about/jobs 16 Nov 2019 - 5 January 2020 Want to volunteer at Edinburgh's Hogmanay20 www.edinburghshogmanay.com/get-involved/volunteer
Edinburgh Airport Want your career to ‘take off’? Why not 'check in' Edinburgh Airport 'Arrivals' and you could
land your 'Departure' to a new career with their new website for careers / vacancies with
them and their partners https://careers.edinburghairport.com/? Various jobs advertised you can check the website for more details and a wider selection of
opportunities at https://bit.ly/2RI3lXu
Festive Season
Boots at The Gyle Christmas Customer Adviser http://bit.ly/2ICkZ98 Edinburgh’s Christmas jobs edinburghschristmas.com/about/jobs John Lewis - Seasonal Retail Assistant visit www.jlpjobs.com/christmas Matalan recruiting for Christmas Temps apply online https://t.co/cRQgqauM3e TK Maxx recruiting for Christmas pop in store for an application form, completed and take back to store Primark Christmas Fixed Term Retail Assistant https://t.co/h7Dh5k65Uh Royal Mail Christmas Recruitment http://christmasrecruitment.royalmailgroup.com/
Joined Up for Jobs
Opportunities and Events in Edinburgh www.joinedupforjobs.org
Edinburgh Shopping Centre / Retail Parks Vacancies Cameron Toll vacancies: www.camerontoll.co.uk/shops/jobs Craigleith Shopping – check Indeed Fort Kinnaird Retail Park: www.fortkinnaird.com/vacancies Gyle Shopping Centre vacancies; www.gyleshopping.com/recruitment http://bit.ly/2UfE20i Hermiston Gait http://hermistongait.co.uk/ Meadowbank Retail Park – check Indeed Ocean Terminal / Porto vacancies: www.oceanterminal.com/about/vacancies-95 Straiton Retail Park – check -Indeed Waverley Mall Princes Street – check Indeed St James open Oct 2020 – www.edinburghfuse.com (Retail & Hospitality city wide) If you are looking for long term seasonal work throughout the Festival, then please get in contact with Start Scotland - who are working alongside major recruitment organisations who
can help find you employment, prepare you for the role, check your paperwork and get you organised. No experience required. Contact Debbie 07849629944
SDS Edinburgh Facebook Page
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Find more free careers advice information and guidance for all at:
Skills Development Scotland careers centre 79 Shandwick Place Edinburgh EH2 4SD
0800 917 8000 www.myworldofwork.co.uk www.apprenticeships.scot
Find us on Facebook SDS Edinburgh Twitter & YouTube /myworldofwork
People Know How – Re:Connect Digital Drop Ins Edinburgh
People Know How Re:Connect Digital Drop-ins in Edinburgh click link to find your nearest
drop in http://peopleknowhow.org/drop-ins-sessions/
You can also come in and see us at your local Skills Development
Scotland careers centre if you need help applying for jobs and employability opportunities
via our computers.
Free careers information advice and guidance for all
www.myworldofwork.co.uk www.apprenticeships.scot
Edinburgh Airport
Want your career to ‘take off’? Why not 'check in' Edinburgh Airport 'Arrivals' and you could land your 'Departure' to a new career with their new website for careers / vacancies with
them and their partners https://careers.edinburghairport.com/?
Health & Hygiene Project Free Service at 6VT
Free at 6VT Youth Cafe Health & Hygiene products for 16 - 25yr olds
Weekly confidential drop in runs every Tuesday 6 - 8pm
Did you know that high street chain Timpson Ltd offer FREE dry cleaning of garments for interview if you are unemployed and seeking work?
You don’t need a voucher for this, just ask at the counter to get the
deal. Timpson confirmed you can get any number of clothing items dry cleaned for free as long as it’s for an interview.
There isn’t currently an end date to this offer, it continues to run as long as people
didn’t ‘take it to the cleaners’, so please only claim the free dry cleaning if you genuinely do need it. The offer is running in every store that has dry cleaning
facilities – about 300 stores across the UK. www.timpson.co.uk/services/dry-cleaners/dry-cleaning-unemployed-interview
If you don't have an outfit for an interview Grassroots Clothing (for males) www.facebook.com/grassrootsclothingservice/
and
Smart Works Edinburgh (for women) www.facebook.com/smartworksedinburgh/ can help you out with an outfit, styling tips and some moral support, contact them to
arrange a suitable time.
Come in and see us too at your local Skills Development Scotland careers centre
for careers information advice and guidance Ask us about our free workshops too. www.myworldofwork.co.ukwww.apprenticeships.scot
Congratulations to Fraser Wallace who started off doing a Foundation Apprentice at
school with Ayrshire College and has been offered a Modern Apprenticeship job with the
same aviation firm GE Caledonian winning Scotland's Apprentice of the Year 2018!
www.skillsdevelopmentscotland.co.uk/news-events/2018/november/scotlands-apprentice-of-
the-year-is-high-flying-
engineer/?fbclid=IwAR3HsdAzWZuR4EN7qjy4I2HkFRiMpQwyifNGeG-
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Fraser was "one of the top performers in his year thanks to his genuine interest and passion for engineering”. Want to find out how you can follow in Fraser's footsteps as a Foundation
Apprentice: www.apprenticeships.scot/foundation
Enter your secondary school name and see what Foundation Apprenticeships are available https://t.co/9bgCpNvYSy
National Minimum Wage from 1 April 2019 There are new rates for the national minimum wage check them out here www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates
Great articles from Young Scot about starting work Understanding your first payslip https://young.scot/…/camp…/understanding-your-first-payslip/ Your rights at work https://young.scot/young-scot…/articles/your-rights-at-work/ Starting your first job https://young.scot/young-scot-ex…/…/starting-your-first-job/
www.myworldofwork.co.uk
Find more free careers advice information and guidance for all at:
Skills Development Scotland careers centre 79 Shandwick Place Edinburgh EH2 4SD
0800 917 8000 www.myworldofwork.co.uk www.apprenticeships.scot
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Friday 20 December, is the official school leaving date in Scotland do you know your Next Steps? If you don't, or even if it doesn't work out your local Skills Development Scotland careers centre (SDS) is here for you and everyone in Scotland. Your local SDS centre is home to advisers who have the knowledge to help you take control of your future, your next steps and career. You can find your nearest centre at Shandwick
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Skills Development Scotland Advisers are currently getting in touch with school leavers to find out how they are doing and if any help is needed. Is that you or your child or a child you
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Check out our helpful information below to help you create the right impression. First impressions aren’t always made face to face, especially today when there are plenty of photos of you online.......
How Social Media Photo’s Affect Your Career https://t.co/Dz1oDRaYZd Social media plays an important role in recruitment, so it's important that your accounts reflect what you want future and current employers to see. http://bit.ly/2UsarOG www.myworldofwork.co.uk/job-hunting?fbclid=IwAR1ISPElajNzXGxvlgSHkO9thlZr8qrxDv3wELuXEpnD7BD65SKczY90EBI Social media is a great tool for job hunting and Twitter is leading the way! Why not read our tips on the best way to use twitter to find your dream job https://t.co/Z7MzAUvlGm Some info from Career Experts worth remembering while job searching Deadly Social Media Mistakes Job Applicants Must Avoid https://t.co/4VWdvCDi6U
Digital World
We went behind the scenes at Axis Animations to talk to the digital humans about the skills needed to create award winning special effects and animation. Check out the video here http://bit.ly/2ZjKJ3M
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Digital Start Fund – Digital World Digital skills can help you land a well-paid career with long term security but accessing the training you need to get started is often costly. That’s why the Digital Start Fund has been created, to help people on lower incomes gain skills in software development and cyber security. To find out if you are eligible for funding - https://bit.ly/2Mg70ds
Digital World
Interested in all things digital? Check out Digital World to find out www.digitalworld.net/about-digital-world
Digital World- Discover Cyber Online Lessons for S1 – S3 Pupils
Calling all S1-S3 pupils, Digital World's Discover Cyber online lessons are now live and available to book.
Enhance your cybersecurity skills by stopping a hack attack on a fictitious pizza chain, or try and solve a murder using digital forensic techniques.
Tell your pals, tell your teachers, tell your parents.......tell the whole wide world. Sign up now at
www.digitalworld.net/blog/discover-cyber-skills-live-online-lessons-201920?fbclid=IwAR3kPV-j6uHZwBROEHP4k3Pir1w0di-c72Czo--BB2Fa178JCY2h34fwGkY
The Welcoming offer weekly groups to women, an opportunity for ALL women - local women and newcomer women to Edinburgh - of all ages and nationalities - to build friendship, share
conversation, stories, enjoy new and relaxing activities.
Mondays at Oxgangs Library drop-in 10.30-12.30 Tuesdays at Wester Hailes Library, drop-in 10.30-12.30 (see group information translated in the attached)
There is no creche but small children are welcomed. FREE GROUP
FUN AND RELAXATION FOR ALL WOMEN
New free beginners English class for women! Starting this Wednesday 25 September at the Space Broomhouse Hub, all welcome.
Intercultural Youth Scotland (IYS) encourage a collective action of less heard intercultural voices in Scotland, creating social impact and justice.
They broaden horizons and offer direct, specialist support and vital pathways for Scottish intercultural young people who face barriers to success.
Provide specialised inclusive weekly services to nurture talent, enhance voices and deliver cultural gender equality.
Build upon experience and consistent support with intercultural young people who face educational inequalities, racism, discrimination and underachievement in
Scotland.
Build trusting relationships and a cultural blend to deliver opportunities and a platform for young leaders.
Their young people co-produce many events including an annual youth led Black History Month Youth Festival and open mic sessions to showcase undiscovered and
often misrepresented and easy to ignore, young grass root gifts from all over Scotland.
For more info https://interculturalyouthscotland.org/about
To sign up, please visit: vet-info-evening.eventbrite.co.uk For further information: [email protected] or 0131 650 8437
14 November – M&G Prudential Apprenticeship Insights Event M&G (formerly Prudential) are hosting an Insight event to help support anyone who wishes to find out more about their forthcoming Modern & Graduate Apprenticeship opportunities in Business / IT / Customer service. Thursday 14 November, 4 - 6 pm at 60 South Gyle Crescent Edinburgh EH12 9EB This is an opportunity to hear from successful employees and former apprentices. Hospitality will be provided at the event. You are invited to go along with questions you have to ask the apprentices. There will be vacancies coming up as they are setting up a brand new office in Edinburgh. Please register your interest by e-mailing: [email protected] For more information please follow the link: https://global.mandg.com/our-business/prudential
