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Education, Employment & Training Opportunities Weekly

23.01.2015

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

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

TUESDAY Cowes Library

1.30pm – 4.30pm Newport Library 1pm – 2.30pm

FRIDAY Ryde Library

1.30pm - 4.30pm West Wight Sports Centre

1.30pm - 4.30pm 1.30pm – 4.30pm

WEDNESDAY Newport Job Centre

10.00am - 1pm

THURSDAY Sandown Library

No drop-in 29/01/2015

MONDAY Ryde Job Centre 1.30pm – 4.30pm

Kitchen Assistant Kingswood Centre Source: County Press

Kitchen Assistant required for general kitchen duties. Meals and uniform provided.

To apply, contact Kevin Phillips, Catering Manager, by calling 01983 875569 or emailing [email protected]

Outside Cleaner Cowes Yacht Haven Source: County Press

Successful applicants need to be presentable and enthusiastic with the ability to be flexible, working on a rota basis which will include weekends, early mornings and occasional late evenings. No previous experience required. Duties will include litter picking, outdoor cleaning, emptying / moving bins, sweeping, weeding, jet washing and to be aware of general issues across the site and attend to other associated duties as required. Closing date Friday 6th February 2015.

CVs should be sent to [email protected] or by post to Cowes Yacht Haven, High Street, Cowes, PO31 7BD

Kitchen Assistant The Moorings Source: County Press

Required for Residential Home, hours to be discussed. Job to involve light home cooking and cleaning.

Please email CV to Emma Gerring at The Moorings: [email protected]

Northbrooke House Nursing Home Source: County Press

Northbrooke House Nursing Home is currently recruiting for part-time Care Assistants (3 shifts a week, to include alternate weekends) and a full-time Care Assistant. Enhancements paid for NVQs, also weekend and night work. Employment is subject to disclosure.

If you would like to request an application form for any of these positions please speak to our Administrator on 01983 882236, ext 201.

LOCAL JOB VACANCIES

Shanklin Beach Hotel & Burlington Hotel Source: County Press

We are currently recruiting for all positions within two busy hotels and a new project in the centre of Newport. Waiting Staff Bar Staff Housekeeping All Kitchen Positions Trainee Manager / Manageress Seasonal contracts, great rates of pay. Experience not essential as full training will be given.

Please send an up to date CV to: [email protected] or visit the website: www.shanklinbeachhotel.com

Admin Assistant Source: www.gov.uk

2x Part Time roles available in Newport: 1x position 25 hours / 1x position 18.5 hours. Temporary until 31st March 2015. Onsite parking available. My client based on the Isle Of Wight is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated part time Admin Assistant. The Admin Assistant will be integral to my clients’ mission of providing support to the most vulnerable children and young people on the island. A can do attitude and an ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure are essential, as is a full understanding of confidentiality and a commitment to working within the company’s core values and principles which include recognising the worth of every individual and always working with hope. The post holder will be office based in Newport. The holder of this post will be subject to checks to determine their right to work in the UK.

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

Trainee Canvassers Anglian Home Improvements Source: www.gov.uk

Trainee canvassers required for our expanding marketing teams. Being the market leaders we have a fantastic product range and millions of existing customers. No selling is required but this job can be an introduction to a sales career. No experience is needed as full training on all areas of the job will be provided.

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

Team Members Monkey Haven Source: County Press

Our gold award-winning sanctuary is looking for friendly and hard-working Team Members to help run our tea room, shop and entrance from March to September. Applicants will be required to work a 5 day, 40 hour week on a rota basis which includes some weekends.

To apply please email CV and covering letter to: [email protected]

Morning Cleaner Source: County Press

Morning Cleaner required for store in Newport, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 11 hours per week.

For further details please ring 01983 520057.

Chefs & Catering Assistants Earl Mountbatten Hospice Source: County Press

We have recently increased the operating hours of our catering department to ensure patients, families, friends and visitors to Earl Mountbatten Hospice receive the best service possible. As a result of these increased hours, we are recruiting experienced, highly motivated Chefs and Catering Assistants to become an integral part of our Patient Services Team. These are hugely rewarding roles in which your contribution will genuinely make a difference, by enhancing and sustaining the exceptional services EMH provides. You will work in a Food Hygiene Five Star rated environment and the working hours will be discussed at interview, but will include weekends. Ideally we are looking to recruit two permanent Chefs to part time hours (minimum 16½ hours), however consideration may be given to one full-time post which can also be discussed at interview. There are two part-time Catering Assistant roles (minimum 16½ hours) and although there may be some flexibility in the allocation of hours, two posts will be required. Successful candidates will demonstrate a clear understanding of the hospice ethos and values. Closing date is mid-day on Monday 2nd February 2015. Interviews will be held on Tuesday February 10th 2015.

Information / application packs can be downloaded from the Earl Mountbatten Hospice website (click on ‘About Us’ and then ‘Vacancies’) and completed application forms returned via email where possible to [email protected] or by post to Mrs Laurie Wallis, HR Administrator, Earl Mountbatten Hospice, Halberry Lane, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2ER

Cleaning Operative ISS Service Link Source: www.gov.uk

Cleaning Operative required for retail environment in Ryde. Duties to include mopping floors, cleaning toilets, emptying bins and any other associated tasks. Hours of work 2 hours per day, Monday to Saturday 6am-8am.

Please phone Carol Stewart on 07899 894633 for details.

Café Assistant Milano Creations Source: www.wightbay.com

Busy cafe in Ryde requires an assistant to work front of house and assist with some basic food prep and kitchen duties. Hours within 7.30am - 10.30pm seven days a week. Various hours/days available.

Please email your name, telephone number and experience/background information to : [email protected]

Healthcare Assistant SCIO Healthcare - Highfield Nursing Home

Source: County Press

Days or nights available. All positions are subject to DBS disclosure and satisfactory references.

Please contact our Manager on 01983 811015 for an application form or email [email protected]

Part-time Cleaner Leo Leisure Source: www.gov.uk

Part-time Cleaner required for Bingo Club in Ryde. Five mornings per week- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday. 8am to 11am - 15 hours per week. Must be over 18 due to gaming laws. No experience is necessary as can be trained. Will be working alone so must be responsible and trustworthy. Tasks include vacuuming, cleaning tables, clearing rubbish and general cleaning tasks.

To apply for this vacancy please phone 01983 562616 and ask for Duncan Brown or Paul Leaver.

Experienced Waiter/ress Source: County Press

Required for busy 40 roomed Sandown Hotel, possibility to become head of department for right applicant. Full time position.

Telephone 01983 403722.

Housekeepers Wight Locations Source: www.wightbay.com

Wight Locations are an established Island holiday cottage company in Seaview. We have a wide range of quality holiday cottages and homes across the Isle of Wight in both coastal and rural locations. The vast majority of our properties are Visit England Quality rated and a number of these cottages have also won prestigious Gold Quality Awards. We are looking for high quality housekeepers to prepare properties for guest arrivals and servicing after guest departures. Some properties require bed making, laundering of linen and some require laundering of linen & towels to incorporated in a "change over clean". We pride ourselves on a first class service and our property housekeepers must have this invaluable attribute too.

If you think that you would be able to commit to frequent but in lower season sporadic working and short notice requests then please send us your details: [email protected]

Cleaning Operative ISS Service Link Source: www.gov.uk

Cleaning Operative required for retail environment in Shanklin. Duties to include mopping floors, cleaning toilets, emptying bins and any other associated tasks. Hours of work 2 hours per day Monday to Friday.

Please phone Carol Stewart on 07899 894633 for details.

Kitchen Porter Source: www.isleofwightjobs.com

This vibrant restaurant situated on one of the most beautiful beaches of the West Wight, is looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking member of staff to join the Kitchen team as a Kitchen Porter (KP). The KP will be reporting to the Head Chef and working alongside a very pro-active, fun team with a focus on delivering excellent standards of service. They need a hands on individual, ready to get stuck in with organising the overall cleanliness of the kitchen, keeping everything up to standard so the kitchen can run smoothly at all times. Duties will include: general cleaning duties, pot wash, keeping kitchen areas & equipment clear and usable, liaison with Chefs to support their duties. So, if you consider yourself to be a real team player and have a desire to work in a busy kitchen where you can take your breaks on the beach, and watch the sun go down with the rest of the team, this popular restaurant would like to hear from you. As locations go, it really doesn’t get much better than this! Due to the location of this restaurant having your own transport is preferred, however, there is a bus stop situated right outside should you use public transport.

Former experience in a kitchen is not required, however, we would like to see evidence of your ability to be an integral part of this team. So, to apply for this position please login / register with www.isleofwightjobs.com and write us a cover letter outlining your experience of teamwork. If you have a current CV, please feel free to upload it to support your application.

Brasserie Waiting Staff Lakeside Park Source: County Press

We are currently recruiting for full and part time Brasserie Waiting Staff. Applicants should have previous hotel/catering experience and be able to work to high standards in a fast paced, quality environment. Shift patterns involve weekends. Applicants need to be well presented and willing to work as part of a successful team.

Please send CV to Gemma Atkins, [email protected] or alternatively send to: Lakeside Park Hotel, High Street, Wootton Bridge, Isle of Wight, PO33 4LJ.

Royal Solent Yacht Club Source: County Press

The Royal Solent Yacht Club require Front of House, Kitchen and Cleaning Staff. The Club is looking for enthusiastic, well presented individuals to be part of our team. Previous experience desirable. Closing date Friday 6th February 2015.

Applicants should send a CV by email or in writing. Email [email protected]

RECRUITMENT OPEN DAY at ROOKLEY COUNTRY PARK Saturday 31st January 2015

10am to 2pm

We are currently recruiting for the following seasonal positions:

• Accommodation Cleaners

• Accommodation Supervisors

• Facilities Cleaner

• General Maintenance

• Chefs

• Bar / Restaurant Team Members

• Entertainment Team Members

If you are interested in applying, the best thing you can do is come along and introduce yourself at our open day.

If you cannot attend, please call in for an application form.

RECRUITMENT OPEN DAY

VOLUNTEERING

‘STEPPING STONES’ A Unique Volunteer Opportunity for Young People aged 18 - 25

• Do you want to learn how to advise others how to solve their everyday problems?

• Do you want Work Experience in an organisation that specialises in Social Welfare

Law and see what goes on in the County Court and at Benefit Tribunals?

• Do you want to gain an understanding and insight into the work we do at The Law

Centre?

• Do you want to gain employability Skills to add to your CV and improve your chances

of obtaining employment?

• Do you want to improve your confidence and gain knowledge and competence in the

Voluntary Sector?

We aim to provide you with skills to enhance your employment opportunities and will be

covering subjects that include Money Management/Debt, Benefits, Housing,

Homelessness and Listening and Interviewing skills all of which will take place at The Law

Centre for a period of 10 – 1 2 weeks.

The Law Centre is a FREE, CONFIDENTIAL & IMPARTIAL service for those

experiencing social welfare issues. If you want to know more about us and wish to add

further skills and knowledge to your CV then give us a call on 01983 524715.

BAE Systems are currently advertising for their September 2015 intake of Apprentices. The Engineering Craft Apprenticeship Programme provides training with hand tools, machines and specialist materials at the Apprentice Training Centre at Portsmouth Naval Base. You will also be undertaking on-the-job training across a variety of operational functional disciplines. Working towards both practical and academic targets, this competency based programme takes up to four years to complete, building your knowledge and technical and transferable skills. At the end of the apprenticeship, you'll be qualified as either a Joiner, Outfitter, Painter, Sheet Metal Worker, Steelworker or Welder, or in the fields of Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Closing date: 28th February 2015.

For more details or to apply, visit www.baesystems.com/apprentices

Apprentice Care Assistant Trent House Ref: VAC000555553

Hours: 30 per week, various shifts

Wage: £81.90 per week Closing Date: 09/02/2015

Desired skills: Good listening skills, caring nature with a good flexible approach to work. Qualifications required: None as full training will be provided but must be willing to progress within the field of Health & Social Care training opportunities. Future prospects: For the right candidate a permanent position as a full time carer with the relevant experience and qualifications to progress to a senior carer in the future. Things to consider: A DBS (CRB) check will be carried out.

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

VACANCIES ON APPRENTICESHIPS ONLINE www.apprenticeships.org.uk

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

Click on: Login to Apprenticeship Vacancies. You will need an e-mail address to register on this site.

Apprentice Care Assistant The Moorings Ref: VAC000557560

Hours: 35 per week – over 5 days


Desired skills: Organised, efficient, numerate, literate, able to adhere to policies, able to follow instructions and to take instructions from colleagues as well as residents, excellent timekeeper, resident centred - they come first, flexible, willing to help out, good communication skills, able to update care plans. Qualifications required: The qualification and learning aspect will require the successful candidate to ideally have Grade C or above at GCSE or equivalent. The successful candidate will also be assessed in Literacy and Numeracy before a formal course offer will be made. Future prospects: Possible progression to a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship for the candidate if they show promise and dedication. Things to consider: Care has many positive aspects to it. It is not all about toileting and bathing people although this does need to be done. Being part of a fun, lively and caring team and helping another human being brings its own rewards.


Apprentice Office Admin Position

Clarkes Mechanical Ltd Ref: VAC000560475

Hours: 37.5 per week, Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm with 30 min lunch break


Desired skills: Computer literate, good telephone manner, good English skills, common sense, ability to take direction, ability to make good tea/coffee! Qualifications required: Ideally both Maths and English at A*-C (or equivalent) level preferred but not essential. Future prospects: Subject to an interview, there is an opportunity to progress on to a Level 3 position within either reception, maintenance or accounts.


Apprentice Care Assistant Community Spirited Ref: VAC000553014

Hours: 30 per week over 7 days various shifts


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. Future prospects: To gain experience as a home help, to gain knowledge and understanding in the Health & Social Care sector, and to complete a level 2 Apprenticeship in Health & Social Care. Things to consider: DBS (CRB) check will be carried out. References will be required.


Childcare FNTC

Would you like a career in Childcare? We are recruiting for trainee Nursery Assistants across the Isle of Wight. FNTC Training are specialists in Childcare, working with Nurseries, Childcare providers and Children’s Centres across the Isle of Wight. We are now recruiting to our Traineeship in Childcare programme and Apprenticeships in Childcare. Apprenticeship salary is £100+ per week, plus supported training towards recognised qualifications. Pre-apprenticeship training (Traineeships) are for those without any work skills or experience. You will receive a £30 per week training allowance, plus help with travel costs, and have the support of a fully qualified childcare tutor.

To find out more call our mainland office on 02380 866 6640.

Business Administration Apprenticeship

Signatura Limited Ref: VAC000541624

Hours: 30 per week Wage: £105.00 per week Closing Date: 30/01/2015

Desired skills: Ability to work as part of a small team. Attention to detail is essential. Qualifications required: None at this time. Just a willingness to learn from the beginning. Future prospects: The opportunity to gain a full time permanent position. Learning all about this business. This would lead onto a very specialised career path. Things to consider: Brilliant hours of work. Lovely place to work. The location is quite rural and therefore may prove to be a challenge to travel to without transport. Do ensure you are able to get to Porchfield before applying for this opportunity. The ability to work to deadlines. During busy times everyone works together to get the job done.


Childcare Apprentice Chatterbox Day Nursery Ref: VAC000551200

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. 37 ½ per week

Wage: £110 per week Closing Date: 31/01/2015

Desired skills: Communication skills, multi-tasker, attention to detail. Qualifications required: GCSE in Maths and English (A-E) or equivalent Future prospects: If the apprentice proves to be successful with his/her duties, the role may be expanded once the apprenticeship is over.


ATA Apprentice Warehouse & Trade Counter Person

EDA Learning and Development Limited

Ref: VAC000556070

Hours: 8am – 5pm, Monday to Friday, 40 per week


Desired skills: Good Maths and English skills, confident with people, team player, keen to work and learn, can follow procedures, efficient, enthusiastic, keen to work and learn. Qualifications required: English and Maths GCSE A-C or equivalent. Things to consider: Please check the location and your commute to work before applying, as you will need to get to work each day for 8am. Future prospects: Possible full time employment on successful completion of the Apprenticeship.


Apprentice Chef Joe’s Ref: VAC000557521

Hours: 38 per week, over 5 days


Desired skills: Excellent timekeeping, team work, excellent communication skills, some confidence, must enjoy a fast paced environment, willing to follow instructions and able to take being shown how to do something, good numeracy and literacy, must understand about food hygiene and be able to maintain and help improve standards if necessary, able to work to timings and learn how to sometimes do more than one thing at once, reliable, responsible. Qualifications required: Ideally C and above (at GCSE or equivalent) in English and Maths will be required. Things to consider: Working in a kitchen can be very busy at times and also can be pressured. Accepting and offering help will be required. Future prospects: Potential for further training and advancement to Level 3 Professional Cookery and promotion for the right candidate who shows a passion for cooking and is willing to work hard to achieve success


Sales Receptionist Apprenticeship

Wight Karting Ltd Ref: VAC000557565

Hours: 30 per week over 5 days, 9am-8pm


Desired skills: Have leisure/customer services training and experience, a fast learner with IT skills suited to dedicated modern databases, able to multitask and keep a cool head with customers, have methodical way of working under pressure, be available for flexible hours, and school holidays, able to work in a team. Qualifications required: Min 8 GCSE (or equivalent) A-C inc Maths and English A/B Things to consider: Position is out of town but on a major bus route (Tesco Extra, Ryde) Future prospects: For this role the National Minimum wage for you age will apply - Under 18: £113.70 per week, 18-20: £153.90 per week, 21 and over: £195 per week. Shifts will be confirmed. Wight Karting has ambitions to create a high energy, adrenaline junkies paradise with multiple activities in addition to karting. We are a new family business and seek dynamic, young people with new ideas and fresh ambitions for island tourism and local opportunities. The right staff will have job security, potential to create a niche role and be able to measure the difference they are contributing to the business. After training, sales ability will be rewarded with a developing incentive scheme to enhance pay packets.


Business Administration Apprentice

Atlantis Construction Ltd Ref: VAC000561739

Hours: 40 per week, 8.30am-5pm 30 mins lunch break


Desired skills: IT skills, organised, efficient, confident, good communication skills, Literacy and Numeracy skills are vital as you will be preparing letters to customers and dealing with quotes and finances, punctual, reliable. Qualifications required: GCSE at C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths, a good working knowledge of IT. Some vocational experience would also be an advantage or an existing qualification in Business Administration or Business Studies. Things to consider: Sometimes working alone but having the support of the employer when needed. This office is based in a domestic dwelling (employer's home) but is set up ready for someone to put their own stamp on things. Ideally this would suit someone who has already got or is working towards a Business qualification and is looking to learn a range of skills. If a level 2 has already been achieved there may be provision to look at a Level 3 Apprenticeship. Future prospects: Possible progression to level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship and/or secure employment.


Sales Apprentice Isle of Wight Hotels Ltd Ref: VAC000554596

Hours: 30 per week Wage: £120 per week Closing Date: 30/01/2015

Desired skills: Good handwriting skills would be an advantage, I.T skills, reliable/punctual. Qualifications required: None Future prospects: This Apprenticeship will lead to a full time position for the right candidate. Things to consider: This Apprenticeship is for the hospitality industry. That will include working some weekends. Working during Bank Holidays, including Christmas and Easter. You must be prepared to work during the busy holiday season - You must be prepared to work throughout The Island Festivals and events. This actually includes the Bestival and the Isle of Wight Festival. You must be prepared to work weekends.


Warehouse Customer Service Apprenticeship

Eurovines Ltd Ref: VAC000558243

Hours: 37.5 per week, over 5 days. Days will be confirmed.


Desired skills: Numerate, computer literate and fit as lifting is required. Qualifications required: Good level of Maths and English. Future prospects: Potential to progress into a permanent position. Things to consider: As we are a retailer of alcohol, candidates must be 18+. There is a physical side to the job which will involve manual handling.


Apprentice Administrator Ocean View Hotel Ref: VAC000557283

Hours: 35 per week (Mon-Fri) inc day release.


Desired skills: Attention to detail, excellent Literacy and Numeracy skills, confidence, good communication skills, excellent computer skills, good telephone manner. Qualifications required: C or above in Maths and English (or equivalent) is essential. Future prospects: Once qualified, you may be able to progress to an Advanced Apprenticeship or perhaps move into a full time position. Things to consider: Although this post is based within the hotel, the majority of client interaction will be via the telephone, email and internet.


Hospitality Services Apprentice

Enchanted Manor Ref: VAC000557376

Hours: 30 over 5 days, 9:00am - 3:00pm


Desired skills: IT Competency (ideally in Word, Internet, Outlook, Social Media. Excel and Access may be of benefit but not essential), good literacy skills, good numeracy skills, physically fit, able to maintain and implement high standards to cleanliness and tidiness, excellent communication skills, must be able to work to time constraints and still manage everything to a high standard and safely, good understanding of health and safety, able to follow and implement instructions, willing to be shown how to do something, excellent timekeeping. Qualifications required: Ideally Grade C (at GCSE or Equivalent) would be helpful to achieve success in both the role and the qualification. Future prospects: For the right person there could be the opportunity to progress to a Level 3 Hospitality Supervision qualification. If a candidate is already skilled to Level 2 Hospitality Services a Level 3 could be considered depending on experience and qualifications. Things to consider: This position is based in Niton so please ensure that you can get to and from work safely and on time. There is the possibility of 'live-in' accommodation but this will be dependent on the owners and will be subject to certain conditions.


UPCOMING SIXTH FORM OPEN EVENINGS

Real Opportunities Now Programme

Are you age 16 to 19? Not in education, employment or training? Not sure of what is available for you to access?

The RON Programme will give you the chance to try a range of activities over 2 weeks and have fun at the same time – for FREE.

What else will RON help you do?

• Develop your team work skills

• Support you with your choices

• Investigate different training opportunities

• Build confidence and self esteem

• 2 Weeks FREE Bus Travel

• Plus £20 Voucher on completion

Interested?

For details of the next programme speak to an Adviser at CHOICES: 01983 823888

Or Phil at Challenge & Adventure: 01983 527026

The Participation Team is part of the Isle of Wight Council and reproduces this list of locally available jobs from external sources that have advertised the same within the previous 7 days. The Council cannot verify or warranty any terms of condition offered by the external employers and have no affiliation or association with these employers. The Council accepts no liability however arising from any damage or loss suffered as a result of these adverts or any

reliance placed upon them. Further information should be sought direct from the employers using the contact details provided above.

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