education, employment and training opportunities weekly 20.02

Education, Employment & Training Opportunities Weekly

20.02.2015

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 – 4pm

FRIDAY Ryde Library

1.30pm – 4.30pm West Wight Sports Centre

1.30pm – 4.30pm

THURSDAY Sandown Library 1.30pm – 4.30pm

MONDAY Ryde Job Centre 1.30pm – 4.30pm

WEDNESDAY Newport Job Centre

25/02/15 No Drop-in

Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park Source: County Press

Busy holiday park requires Pool Lifeguards and Accommodation Cleaners starting early/mid March. Long season, plenty of hours.

For further details or to apply email, [email protected] or call 01983 872671 or write to: Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park, Hillway Road, Bembridge, PO35 5PL for an application.

Cleaner Top Mops Source: County Press

We are looking for experienced Cleaners to join our successful team. Monday to Friday, 10 hours per week, afternoons from 16.00 hours, cleaning in a school.

Please apply via our website: www.topmops.net or for further details email [email protected] or phone 01983 400202. We look forward to hearing from you.

Catering Assistants National Trust Source: County Press

Needles Old Battery, Alum Bay £6.50 per hour, fixed term, part time, ref (IRC20544) Mottistone Gardens, near Brighstone £6.50 per hour, fixed term, full time, ref (IRC20456) Closing date for all roles, 21st February 2015.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website and search using the relevant IRC reference.

Cleaners Green Clean Source: County Press

We need you! Green Clean is an Island-wide eco-friendly cleaning service. We have residential and holiday homes that need to be cleaned regularly. We need domestic cleaners across the Island so as to be local to their clients.

If you can be flexible with hours (eg 10-20 hours per week) are free to clean weekdays and Saturdays, can drive and have a car, and enjoy leaving a gleaming home behind you – call Julia or Paul on 01983 716464 or visit our website below www.greencleaniow.com

The Pointer Inn Source: County Press

Waiting Staff with Bar Experience and Chef, full time, permanent positions. Great opportunity to join an award-winning pub. Experience necessary, transport essential. Good rate of pay for the right candidates.

Telephone 01983 865202 for further details.

LOCAL JOB VACANCIES

Cleaner Britannia Services Group Limited Source: www.gov.uk

Previous experience an advantage but not essential as training will be given. Duties: cleaning retail premises, using a scrubber dryer, sweeping, cleaning toilets and other general cleaning duties. Immediate start available. 6 days out of 7 between 6am-8.30 am.

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

Cleaner Carillion Plc Source: www.gov.uk

Cleaner required for Arqiva site base in Rowridge, Isle Of Wight. Job will require working 4 hours per week on slightly flexible days, ideally on Tuesday and Thursdays. Duties will include working in office environment, hard floor cleaning, desk cleaning, also kitchen area, emptying bins etc. Carillion is one of the UK’s leading support services companies with a substantial portfolio of Public Private Partnership projects and extensive construction capabilities. The Group has annual revenue of over £5billion, employs around 50,000 people and operates across the UK, in the Middle East, Canada and the Caribbean. In the UK, Carillion’s principal market sectors are Defence, Education, Health, Facilities Management & Services, Rail, Roads, Building, Civil Engineering and Utilities Services. Purpose of Role: To assist the Cleaning Supervisor to provide an efficient and professional cleaning service that meets the client requirements by supporting the cleaning operatives in the day to day issues. Key Objectives of the Role: Ensure a professional and agreed service to the client, Health & Safety, quality and general procedure compliance, inform cleaning supervisor when stock requires replenishing, proactive reporting of all Health and Safety issues, undertake training and development as required and use your own expertise to assist, where appropriate and necessary, with the training and development of fellow employees. £6.50 (Hourly Rate), 4 Hours Per Week.

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

Call Centre Staff On-target Telemarketing Source: County Press

We have recently won several new contracts and are looking for additional call centre staff for both our inbound and outbound call centre in Newport. Whilst experience is not essential, you will need to have an excellent telephone manner and up to date computer skills. We are currently looking for 5-8 additional staff and immediate interviews and starts are available. In addition to these permanent full time roles we are also looking for evening shift 5-8pm Monday to Friday and Saturday shifts 9-5.

Please send your CV with details of which position you are applying for: [email protected]

Counter Assistant Source: County Press

Part-time, for a fish and chip shop. Weekends with possibility of more hours in the future. Experience an advantage but not essential as training and support provided. Excellent rate of pay (above minimum wage), permanent position, immediate start.

Please contact the manager on 07596 480799 before 11am or after 5pm.

Ryde School Source: County Press

Catering Assistant – To assist in the daily production and service of all meals. To clear and clean service areas, ensuring kitchen and dining areas are kept clean and tidy at all times. Previous school catering experience an advantage. 16¼ hours per week to be worked over 5 days (with evenings and weekends on occasion). Term time only plus 12 hours cleaning per annum. Evening Cleaner - To work 20 hours per week 5pm to 9pm. We are looking for an efficient cleaner with experience of working in a small and very busy team. Completed applications to be sent to Louise Ash by Monday 23rd February 2015 please.

Please collect an application form from our Reception at Ryde School, Queens Road, Ryde or alternatively visit www.rydeschool.org.uk to download a form.


Early morning cleaning, 4/5 hours per week, with possible overtime available on occasion.


House Keeping Staff The Riviera Hotel Source: County Press

The new owners of The Rivieria Hotel are looking for experienced Housekeeping Staff to start early March 2015.

Please send CV to [email protected] or call 01983 402518.


We are looking for experienced Cleaner to join our team in Sandown, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 10 hours per week with possible overtime. Working pattern Monday, Friday 18.00 – 21.00 hours, Tuesday, Thursday 16.00 – 18.00 hours.


Channel View Hotel Source: County Press

Dining Room Staff - Required to serve breakfast and dinner. Duties include the preparation of the restaurant for each session. Split shifts, experience an advantage though training will be given. Bar Staff - Required 17.45 to 21.00 early shift, 17.45 to 23.30 full shift. Experience an advantange though training will be given.

For further details or to apply, please telephone 01983 862309.

Vernon Cottage Source: County Press

First class talented Chef and Front of House staff, Kitchen Assistant, Kitchen Porter and dedicated part time Cleaner needed for famous tea rooms and restaurant in Old Shanklin. Excellent rates of pay and flexible hours.

Please email your CV to [email protected] or call 07733 882453.

Kitchen Porter Source: www.gov.uk

Working in the kitchen, your main area of responsibility is assisting the Second Chef and Head Chef in all matters pertaining to the preparation of and service of food and assisting the Second Chef with the accurate completion of company and legal paperwork and the compliance with legal statutes concerning the kitchen. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: • Assisting the Second Chef to take complete control of the kitchen in the absence of the Head

Chef. • Assisting the Second Chef to complete the cleaning schedule and ensuring the kitchen is

maintained to a safe and hygienic standard. • Assisting the Second Chef to complete the hot and cold temperature charts. • Assisting the Second Chef to ensure the adequate security of stock in stores. • Assisting the Second Chef to ensure the safe receipt of deliveries and onward transmission of

the relevant documents. • Assisting the Second Chef to ensure the adequate training and on-going supervision of all

reporting staff, namely commis chefs and kitchen porters. • Assisting the Second Chef to ensure the compilation of the weekly staff roster.

Please email [email protected]

Team Member / Cook Source: County Press

We are a busy Café currently looking for a part time, permanent person who can work as a team member serving customers, cleaning tables but also with the ability to work weekends and school holidays. Minimum of 16 hours per week, experience in a similar role is essential.

For further details or to apply, please email Hayley at [email protected]

General Assistants Allnatt Outdoors Source: www.gov.uk

Join our amazing team. We are a busy outdoor education centre providing accommodation and adventure programmes to schools and groups., General Assistants required for both full and part time positions, up to 35 hours per week in either catering or housekeeping. Experience preferred but not essential as training will be given. National Minimum Wage rates apply. DBS check will be carried out.

For further details and an application form please contact us on 01983 852374 or by emailing [email protected]

The West Bay Source: County Press

The West Bay Country Club & Spa currently have the following full time, part time and seasonal vacancies: Housekeepers - Vacancies exist to join our team of housekeepers and help to prepare over 100 holiday homes to the highest possible standard. The successful applicants must be energetic, healthy and hardworking with a commitment to delivering the highest possible level of cleanliness. Flexible hours that will include some weekends. Front of House - Working within our busy Coffee House the successful applicants must be able to deliver exceptional service to our members and holiday guests. Previous experience within a customer facing, catering environment is essential. Flexible hours that will include evenings and weekends.

Please send your CV and covering letter to General Manager, Steve Deacon.

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Out going? Hard working? Love to be part of a fun and ambitious team?

Then Nodes Point Holiday Park in St Helens, Ryde are looking for you! We are now recruiting team members for 2015 with the following seasonal positions available from March to November!

• Receptionists / Holiday Sales Advisors

• Maintenance and Grounds Operatives

• Qualified Lifeguards

• Bar & Restaurant Team Members

• Accommodation Cleaners Nodes Point is part of Park Resorts who offer a Rising Stars programme to employees who go above and beyond to provide customer satisfaction and are looking for exciting career opportunities in the tourism sector!

Our RECRUITMENT DAY is Friday 27th February 2015, 10am to 6pm at Yelf’s Hotel, Union

Street, Ryde. Please bring a full CV / covering letter for the position(s) you wish to apply for!

RECRUITMENT OPEN DAYS

Apprentice Chef The Spinnaker (Isle of Wight Hotels Ltd)

Ref: VAC000574354

Hours: 38 per week over 5 days, inc day release

Wage: £104 per week Closing Date: 27/02/2015

Desired skills: Focused, reliable, flexible. Qualifications required: A D or above in GCSE Maths and English or equivalent is required. Future prospects: Once qualified, you may be able to move into an Advanced Apprenticeship or a full time position. Things to consider: This role will require some split shifts and weekend work.

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

Hospitality Apprentice The Isle of Wight Military History Museum

Ref: VAC000568754

Hours: 30 per week Wage: £97.50 per week Closing Date: 25/02/2015

Desired skills: Excellent customer service, reliable, punctual and honest, willing to learn all aspects of hospitality. Qualifications required: None at this time. Future prospects: This will lead to a full time job for the right person, the candidate will get the opportunity to progress into a cookery qualification following the completion of the Hospitality qualification. Things to consider: Have to stand for long hours, dealing with difficult customers; this is hard work at busy times. Hot in the summer months. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends


Apprentice Care Assistant Community Spirited Ref: VAC000553014

Hours: 30 per week, various shifts

Wage: £81.90 per week Closing Date: 03/03/2015

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. 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.


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.

Care Support Apprentice Ancona Residential Care Homes Ref: VAC000563032


Desired skills: Good time-keeping, ability to take instruction, communicate effectively with all ages, ability to work well in a team, committed to personal and professional development. Qualifications required: No formal qualifications required. Future prospects: A long term career in health and social care.


Apprentice Carer Acorn Care Services Ref: VAC000548335

Hours: 30 per week over 5 days, 7am -1pm / 5pm-10pm


There are 2 apprenticeship positions available. One apprenticeship will be based in and around the Cowes, Northwood, Gurnard area and the second apprenticeship is based Sandown/Shanklin/Lake Desired skills: Good communication skills, good understanding of the importance of completing a care plan, good timekeeping, professional and responsible attitude, good work ethic, mature approach, able to work as part of a wider team as well as a smaller localised team, initiative, able to accept and handle responsibility, calm approach, skills specific to Care will be learnt as part of the apprenticeship. Qualifications required: Ideally a Grade C /equivalents or above will be required by this employer although grade D may be considered if the applicant is the right person to do the job. Future prospects: Your career path starts here! (If you want it to) Within this company you can progress to Senior Carer, Shift Coordinator or work towards Management. In the wider world you could progress to Nursing, Specialised Support Worker, Social Worker, working with those with Learning Difficulties etc. Some careers may need further qualifications but this experience will help you to advance if you choose to. Things to consider: Care work can be challenging but also very rewarding. Care must be something you do because you want to do it as it is more than just 'a job'. There will be some personal care required for some clients however the job is very varied and different clients have differing support needs so sometimes just being someone to talk to and prepare some food will be required.


Engineering Apprentice Southern Vectis PLC Ref: VAC000568783

Hours: 37 per week, 7am - 3:30pm Mon - Thurs, 7am - 12pm Fri


Desired skills: Be able to demonstrate a practical ability, accept responsibility for their actions, communicate well and interact with colleagues, be able to work to a level of accuracy, manage paperwork and keep accurate, clear and concise records, have competent IT skills, be able to work to deadlines, be willing to shadow co-workers to learn the trade. Qualifications required: This role will become very comprehensive therefore it is a requirement from the employer that English, Maths and preferably IT are all at GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent). Future prospects: Potential for progression to Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3. Potential for secure employment. Things to consider: Getting dirty at times, physical work, working on small intricate parts in confined spaces, some weekend working (festivals, events), working to deadlines.


Mechanic Apprentice Southern Vectis PLC Ref: VAC000573451

Hours: 37 per week, 7am - 3:30pm Mon - Thurs, 7am - 12pm Fri


Desired skills: The successful candidate should demonstrate a practical ability, be able to work under instruction, accept responsibility for their actions, communicate well and interact with colleagues, be able to work to a level of accuracy, manage paperwork and keep accurate, clear and concise records, have competent IT skills, adhere to Health & Safety, be able to work to deadlines, be willing to shadow co-workers to learn the trade. Qualifications required: This role will become very comprehensive therefore it is a requirement from the employer that English, Maths and preferably IT are all at GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent). Future prospects: Full Intermediate Apprenticeship at Level 2 with progression to Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3. Potential for secure employment. Things to consider: Travelling to the mainland once per week (this will be funded by Southern Vectis), getting dirty at times, physical work, working on small intricate parts in confined spaces, some weekend working (festivals, events), working to deadlines.


Apprentice Window Fitter Tracker Marine Limited Ref: VAC000543995


Desired skills: Excellent timekeeping (this is extremely important to the Manager and lateness will make him very unhappy), physical strength and dexterity, understanding of manual handling, careful, mechanical understanding or interest, willing to take instructions, able to implement instructions, able to work to deadlines but still do a professional job. Good communication skills, MUST be able to work at heights, be willing to work in different locations although transportation will be available, good attention to detail. Qualifications required: This employer would preferably like the successful candidate to have Grade C / D and above, or equivalent, in both English and Maths as communication and measuring will be essential in this job. Future prospects: Secure employment and the potential to lead a team in the future. Things to consider: The successful applicants MUST be able to work safely at heights due to much of the work being above ground level. The Window Doctor operates from the same premises as Topline Windows so getting to and from work on time will need to be factored in. Must be able to work as part of a very small team


Apprentice in Multi-Skilled Hospitality Happy Chef Ref: VAC000576282

Hours: 30 per week Wage: £120 per week Closing Date: 03/03/2015

Desired skills: A Food Hygiene Certificate would be an advantage but not essential. The skill of talking to people and being friendly. Qualifications required: A good level of English and Maths is desirable. Future prospects: The suitable applicant will have the opportunity to gain a full time job. This is an all year round business.


Sales Receptionist Apprenticeship Wight Karting Ltd Ref: VAC000557565

Hours: 30 per week, 9am-8pm Wage: £113.70 per week Closing Date: 24/02/2015

Desired skills: Have leisure/customer services training and experience, a fast learner with IT skills suited to dedicated modern databases, able 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. Future prospects: 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. Things to consider: Position is out of town but on a major bus route (Tesco Extra, Ryde).


Apprentice Track Marshal Wight Karting Ltd Ref: VAC000571582

Hours: 30 per week over 5 days, 9am-8pm. Shifts to be confirmed.


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 5 GCSE (or equivalent) A*-C inc Maths and English. Future prospects: 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 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. Things to consider: Position is out of town but on a major bus route (Tesco Extra, Ryde). Be very interested in sports generally and especially in motorsport and vehicle mechanics.


Brewing Apprentice Goddards Brewery Ltd Ref: VAC000572080

Hours: 37½ per week , over 5 days, 8:30 - 4:30, 30 mins lunch


Desired skills: Methodical, organised, able to follow and implement instructions, able to understand processes, a good understanding of Science (Chemistry/Physics/Biology), numerate, accurate especially when weighing, measuring and doing timings, willing to ask for help if needed, able to adhere to hygiene and health and safety, able to work to timeframes and deadlines. Qualifications required: Ideally Grade C or above at GCSE (or equivalent level) in English, Maths, Science. Future prospects: Possible progression to a further apprenticeship and/or secure employment for the right candidate. Things to consider: This workplace is not on a direct transport link and is quite a walk from the nearest bus stop therefore some form of own transport would be necessary. A driving license or provisional would also be good to have as there may be deliveries to do in the future. Goddards have their own fleet of vans.


Apprentice Administrator Marvins Ref: VAC000576053

Hours: 37½ per week Wage: £150 per week Closing Date: 28/02/2015

Desired skills: Computer literate, knowledge of accounts would be desirable, excellent communication skills, able to meet deadlines. Qualifications required: GCSE Maths and English A-C grade or equivalent. Future prospects: Marvins are very committed for the right candidate to achieve their Level 2 and 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship with the prospect of a permanent position within the department. Things to consider: This post requires you to be flexible to work at all branches across the Island.


Finance Apprentice Performance in People Ltd Ref: VAC000578010


Desired skills: Experience of Excel useful but training is available. Good interpersonal skills required as the role involves communication with colleagues, directors and clients. Work needs to be accurate. Qualifications required: 5 GCSEs at grades A-C or equivalent, to include maths and English and 2 at advanced level. Future prospects: Successful completion of the level 2 NVQ will lead to a full time contract as Finance Assistant with full training to achieve the AAT Accounting Technician qualification.


Horticulture Apprentice Springbank Nurseries Ref: VAC000574434

Hours: 38 per week over 5 days Wage: £104 per week Closing Date: 27/02/2015

Desired skills: The ability to communicate well and work as an effective team player. Hands on approach and willing to get your hands dirty. Good ability to be able to write and record notes and various other documentation. Qualifications required: D or above in GCSE or equivalent is required. Future prospects: Once qualified you may be able to gain a permanent position. Things to consider: You will need to ensure that you are able to get to and from Winford as this is a semi rural area.


Apprentice Fabricator (Manufacturing) Georgina Grose Ref: VAC000576668

Hours: 38 per week Wage: £104 per week Closing Date: 06/03/2015

Desired skills: Articulate, methodical, creative, good communicator. Qualifications required: A D or above in GCSE Maths and English or equivalent is required. Future prospects: Once qualified you may be able to move into a full time position. Things to consider: This role is based within a rural area so you must consider transport before applying.


Hospitality Services Apprentice Enchanted Manor Ref: VAC000557376

Hours: 30 per week, 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.


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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