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You will undertake basic preparation of food and beverages, simple cooking, general kitchen and dining room duties, including serving customers, cash handling, washing up, setting up and clearing away equipment and tables and cleaning of the kitchen, its surrounds and equipment.

You should preferably have catering/kitchen experience, although training will be provided.

If you would like a paper copy application form, please contact facilities management on edfacilitiesmanagement@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk or 0141 577 3575.

On completion of additional years of service by 1 January of each year, following the anniversary of the date of appointment, your term time salary will be adjusted to include a payment in lieu of the additional leave day accrued at the beginning of each leave year for the first 10 years of service.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. It is an offence therefore to apply if you are barred from working with children and protected adults. In addition to this, if you have lived or worked in any country outside the UK in the past 10 years, there may be a requirement for an overseas police check.

Please note – all applicants will be asked to provide proof of their right to work in the UK, and any offer of employment will be conditional upon verifying documentary evidence before employment commences. Further information can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work

Please note East Renfrewshire Council does not provide Visa sponsorship.

As an employer, we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of all our employees.

Additional Information

Please click on the attachments below for full details of this post.

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Accounts Assistant (Hybrid)
Hillington
Circa £30,000

I am recruiting for a driven Accounts Assistant to join our client's team in Hillington. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a growing organisation that values career development and progression.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of up to £30,000 for the right candidate
• Flexible benefits package
• Hybrid working options
• Opportunities for career advancement

Duties

• Allocating bank receipts and payments
• Managing credit control processes
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Processing monthly payment runs
• Reconciling control accounts
• Preparing monthly financial accounts
• Generating ad-hoc reports for management
• Providing support to the Finance Manager and Financial Controller as needed

What We're Looking For

• Experience in both purchase and sales ledger
• Proficiency in Sage 50
• The ability to manage high-volume workloads effectively
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel

Ideal candidates should be highly motivated, conscientious, and ambitious, with a genuine desire to move beyond transactional roles and advance their careers.

In return, our client offers a competitive salary of up to £30,000 for the right candidate, along with a flexible benefits package and hybrid working options.

If you are ready to take the next step in your professional journey, we want to hear from you! To apply, please contact Eilidh Smith at eilidh.smith@search.co.uk or call 07469 413145.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with a turnover of £1.7bn and 50,000+ colleagues. We deliver innovative, award-winning services to the public and private sectors and our mission is to make people and places the best they can be.
This role sits within our Catering business division that provides hospitality and catering, private dining, vending & corporate event services to a wide range of prestigious clients, within the Business & Industry market.
Working at OCS is more than just a job; it's an amazing opportunity to begin or expand your career in Facilities Management. OCS has an ambition to become an 'Employer of choice' in our sector and is proud to invest in our colleague's personal and professional development. OCS provides our colleagues with opportunities to gain qualifications through funded development programmes aligned to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours attached to their roles.

About The Role:
As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Help with food preparation tasks such as peeling, chopping, trimming, and making sandwiches and salads
• Be responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen area and equipment. This includes cleaning utensils, tableware, and catering stations
• Assist with receiving and unpacking all deliveries, ensuring that the food and supply storage areas are organised
• Serve food items to customers in accordance with the menu prepared by the Chefs. Our General Assistants may also act as a host/waiter when needed in events
• Top up Vending services

What are we looking for?

• Commercial kitchen experience is highly valued but not essential
• Ideally you will possess a basic Catering and Hospitality certificate such as Food Handling or equivalent is desired but not essential as we can provide this for you
• Excellent time management skills and can work under pressure
• Excellent organisational skills are also important
• Can stand for extended periods is often necessary due to the physical nature of the job

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Must have the Right to Work in the UK
• A food hygiene course at Level 2 would be desirable but not essential as we can supply this training
• Excellent customer service skills are essential
• Good time-management and organisational abilities

How to Apply:

If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available. We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

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Working during the school term, under the direction of the Head Teacher, you will be responsible for securing the safety, welfare and conduct of all pupils during the breakfast club. Other duties include assisting pupils in selecting meals; cleaning up spillages and any other duties associated with the running of the dining hall.

You must have experience of dealing with children and have the ability to build relationships with the children. You must also be an effective communicator.

Please note that this post is temporary for 12 months, subject to business needs or until the requirement for the post ceases, whichever date is the earlier.

If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post. If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

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Connect Appointments are seeking motivated Retail Assistants for an exciting opportunity in Paisley. Immediate starts available!

Pay rate: £11.44 per hour

As a Retail Assistant, you will work from a mobile unit to sell to the general public. Students are also welcome to apply.

Your duties:

• Engage potential customers
• Drive sales and meet targets
• Actively seek out and identify sales opportunities

The ideal Retail Assistant will have:

• Excellent communication skills, with an ability to start conversations with people from all kinds of backgrounds
• The ability to engage well with customers
• The ability to collaborate and work well as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills

GET CONNECTED

Learn more about this role and APPLY NOW by submitting your most up to date CV or by calling our experienced team on 0141 212 3740.

CAGLA

Fixed term to 28 March 2025 due to structure review,

Alternative working patterns and/or working arrangements will be considered.

The Role

At Link, people are at the heart of everything we do. Our people have made our award-winning social enterprise the success it is today and as it continues to grow, we want them to be the best they can be and to reach their potential.

We are looking to recruit a Housing Assistant (Allocations) to join our multi-skilled team to deliver a high quality service to customers, meeting their needs as the first point of contact in a busy area housing office. The post holder will be required to use their initiative to evaluate a situation and act accordingly.

The post holder will work closely with Housing Officers, providing administrative support. In particular, the post holder will be responsible for ensuring that empty properties are allocated appropriately within strict timescales. They must be accurate, organised and be able to prioritise work whilst applying the guidelines and procedures that are in place.

All enquiries and/or requests for service must be dealt with confidently and efficiently. The post holder will be expected to remain calm, sympathetic and supportive while dealing with both routine and challenging situations.

About You

You will have a good standard of education, combined with a high degree of competence in the use of IT Systems, particularly those used in a service delivery including Microsoft Office programmes, especially Word and Excel and experience of working in a fast paced multi task role dealing with a range of duties and customers.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate their knowledge of, and commitment to, excellent customer care and equal opportunities, knowledge and understanding of Data Protection and its application in a customer focused environment and have a basic understanding of a range of Housing Management Issues and the work of Housing Associations.

In return you will be offered the opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge through employee training and development. You can expect to work in a supportive, trusting and transparent working environment, with the autonomy to offer creative and innovative solutions whilst maintaining Link’ s values; Responsibility, Empathy, Social Impact, Participate, Equality, Challenge and Transparency.

For further information on the main position accountabilities and a comprehensive list of the essential and desirable criteria required for this post, please refer to the Job Specification in the Job information Pack on our website.

What’s in it for you?

As an Investor in People, we strive for continuous improvement through the management and growth of our staff, offering a wide range of training and development opportunities.

As a Link employee, you'll likely benefit from the following:
• Competitive salary, reviewed annually, and opportunity for annual performance related salary increases and discretionary non-consolidated pay awards subject to terms of the scheme
• 35 days’ holiday per year (inclusive of public holidays) pro rata plus an additional 1 day’s pro rata holiday per year after 1 years’ service up to a maximum of 40 days per year
• Opportunity to buy and sell holiday days
• Enhanced company sick and family friendly pay
• Access to paid qualifications and a wide range of learning and development opportunities and funded professional membership
• Defined contribution pension with matched generous employer pension contributions plus salary exchange and additional voluntary contribution options
• Access to an Electric vehicle leasing scheme, subject to the terms of the scheme
• Life assurance scheme providing death in service benefits to named beneficiaries
• Healthcare cash plan for employees (and dependents) to support health and wellbeing plus discounts on shopping, restaurants and other services
• Employee assistance programme for employees and their immediate household dependants to support health, mental and financial well-being
• Annual flu vaccination
• Access to a savings and borrowing scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Travel season/travel ticket loan and much more!

For a full list of benefits available to employees, please see the following link - https://www.linkhousing.org.uk/what-we-do/work-for-us/

You will work with colleagues who offer support to ensure our customers' expectations are met. In return, we are looking for applications from people who will contribute to our aims and work to the highest professional standards.

Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 3 November 2024.
Interview Date: Interviews are being held on Tuesday 12 November at Link's Paisley Office.

How to Apply

Our online application method is the most efficient way to apply and can be started by clicking the “Apply Now” button on our website. You must complete an application form to be considered for any of our vacancies but you don’t need a CV to apply for our positions. Also, if you aren’t sure about how long you have to fill in the form, you will be able to save it and return to it by clicking on the ‘My Applications’ tab of the vacancy search page and entering your username and password.

We can offer suitable alternative methods to apply if requested including although not exclusively; hard copy, Braille and audio. You can request these by emailing our Resourcing Team at jobs@linkhaltd.co.uk and detailing which format you would require.

Please note that CV's will not be considered.

Link is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sectors of the community. Our offices are fully accessible to wheelchair users and we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.

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NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE.

We are currently seeking dedicated individuals for domiciliary care positions. Candidates will be responsible for visiting and providing care at 4 to 5 locations per day shift. This position requires a person-centered approach to support clients in their own homes, assisting with their daily needs and enhancing their quality of life.

Job Types: Permanent, Part-time, Full-time

Expected hours: 16 – 48 per week

Schedule:
- Day shift
- Flexible availability
- Weekend availability

Key Responsibilities:

- Travel between 4 to 5 client locations per day to provide high-quality care.
- Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Support with medication management and adherence to health care appointments.
- Provide companionship and support with daily activities and exercises.
- Prepare meals and assist with dietary needs.
- Maintain accurate care documentation and client records.
- Use the care home’s system to access location details and client information once login credentials are provided.
- Comply with all health and safety regulations and maintain confidentiality.

Person Specification:

Required:

- own car, mileage paid
-Previous experience in a caregiving role preferred but training will be given.
- Ability to handle physical tasks and maintain high levels of personal care.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Compassionate, reliable, and dedicated to improving clients' quality of life.
-RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK

Compliance Requirements:

Applicants must be able to provide the following documentation:

- DBS check or similar background verification.
- Relevant caregiving qualifications or willingness to undergo training.
- Proof of right to work in the UK.
- Any other required certifications or health checks as specified by local regulations.

About the Service:

Our client provides high-quality domiciliary care services, helping clients live independently in their own homes. The service is known for its person-centered approach and commitment to ensuring clients receive compassionate and comprehensive care tailored to their individual needs.


NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE.

The Role

Are you a fragrance enthusiast with a flair for people? Are you looking for a temporary role working with fabulous brands and perks, look no further!

As a Christmas Sales Assistant your role is to spread some holiday cheer and help us deliver the Perfect Service for our customers. Becoming part of our dedicated store team, you’re customer focused, can handle the festive rush and enjoy working as part of a team.

Contracted Hours: 4
Contract Type: Temporary

Pay Rate: £9.25 - £13.15 per hour

What You'll Do:

• Welcome customers with a smile and craft a VIP-worthy experience.
• Offer our exclusive loyalty card to customers to maximise their future offers and potential savings.
• Showcase your gift-wrapping ability and personalise presents with ribbons.
• Take payments and process transactions quickly.

It Really Helps if You:

• Have a talent, passion, and a spark that ignites excitement in perfume!
• Can be flexible in your work schedule to spread holiday cheer.
• Love bustling Christmas vibes and working as part of a team.

What You'll Get:

• An amazing Christmas commission scheme, based on store sales and the number of hours worked
• You’re also a VIP to use, so you’ll get 20% off perfume and be able to take park in any customer offers on top
• Continuous learning and training to ensure you are always developing
• Access to the Retail Trust, a free, independent and confidential wellbeing service
• Access to Wagestream, to support your financial wellbeing needs, giving you more control and flexibility with your pay

We thank you for your interest, however due to the high volumes of applications, only those successful will be contacted. We do still encourage you to continue applying to any roles of interest you see advertised.

The Perfume Shop is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

The Perfume Shop is part of AS Watson Group, the world’s largest international health and beauty retailer operating over 16,500 stores under 12 retail brands in 28 markets, with over 130,000 employees worldwide. For the fiscal year 2023, AS Watson Group recorded revenue of US$23 billion. Every year, it is serving over 5.5 billion shoppers via its O+O (Offline plus Online) platforms, providing tech-enabled retail experience to customers offline and online.

Assistant Accountant
Paisley
£25,000 - £30,000

Are you ready to take the next step in your accounting career? We have an exciting opportunity for an assistant accountant to join a well-established accountancy practice based in Paisley, offering a hybrid working arrangement after a 6-month probation period.

Our client is seeking a proactive and driven individual who is keen to get hands-on with a variety of clients, from dentists to construction firms, manufacturers, and more. You'll be responsible for monthly management accounts, VAT returns, statutory accounting, and more, working alongside a supportive and experienced team.

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday (9 am - 5 pm).

Why Join?

• Our client offers support towards finance qualifications, including ACCA
• After probation, enjoy two days of remote work per week, pre-arranged with management
• Gain valuable experience working with a wide range of clients across various sectors

Key Skills & Experience:

• Strong Excel skills are a real advantage, particularly with spreadsheets and fixed assets
• Experience using accounting systems (IRIS, sage, xero advantageous)
• Open to candidates from both practice and industry backgrounds
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to manage a diverse workload
• Accounting degree or experience in an accountancy firm is preferred

If you're a hardworking and motivated individual looking for the chance to grow your career with study support and a flexible working arrangement, this could be the perfect role for you. Apply now!

For any queries please contact me directly eilidh.smith@search.co.uk / 07469413145.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Your Duties...

Our Domestic assistants work closely with the Head of Housekeeping/Home Manager to maintain the highest level of cleanliness throughout the home, bedrooms and all public areas, emptying bins, cleaning floors, walls and corridors, cleaning toilets and bathrooms.

A few things we are looking for…

Pride:
As you can expect, we have set cleaning standards to work to, and this role can be physically demanding, but this will motivate you to complete any task to your best ability.
Fantastic people skills:
Supportive and great at communicating. Able to build strong relationships with a non-judgemental attitude.
Caring by nature:
An enthusiastic approach with a genuine passion for your role.
Great team player:
Do you work well in a team of like minded people?
No experience? No problem:
We will provide you with a comprehensive induction programme and training plan to ensure you are fully prepared to begin your new career with Advinia Health Care.

In Return we can offer...


Free DBS check
Flexible pay
A fantastic working environment
Free uniform
Professional training and ongoing career progression
A comprehensive benefits package including a pension, Refer a Friend scheme and much more!


We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age

Your new company
Based in Paisley, our client is recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis. The hours of work are Monday-Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm. The organisation can be accessed by local public transport and there is also on-site parking.


Your new role
Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Accounts Assistant will undertake a range of duties, working as part of a team of 3. These responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to; purchase ledger, sales ledger, reconciliations, keeping accurate financial records, invoicing, managing inter-company transactions, reporting for senior management, handling & resolving queries from clients, suppliers and colleagues and general associated finance administration.

What you'll need to succeed
Ideally, you will have experience working in a similar role and be seeking a position in which you can both utilise and develop your existing skill set. You will have strong communicative abilities, both verbal and written, and be comfortable working independently and as part of a team.


What you'll get in return
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation at their Head Offices in a role that will allow you to further develop your finance experience within a supportive team. Moving forward, there is the opportunity for study support for the right candidate, if this is of interest.


What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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The Home...

Welcome to Norwood Care Home in Barrhead, Glasgow. At Norwood you’ll find a friendly, warm community, where Residents enjoy living meaningful lives with our attentive care and support. The expert team here ensure all Residents are well looked after, and we offer specialist care for Residents living with dementia, Parkinson’s and other complex needs.

We provide holistic person-centred care, which means we focus on Residents’ physical and emotional wellbeing, as well as their other needs. With plenty of activities, mental stimulation and opportunities to socialise, Residents always have lots to look forward to. From relaxing in our beautiful gardens to enjoying delicious, nutritious meals in the dining room, Residents can enjoy a lovely lifestyle here.

The day shift is: 08:00 - 20:00

Your Responsibilities...


Respecting the Residents’ dignity and privacy
Providing the highest standard of person-centred support to the Residents’ to be as independent as possible and encouraging them to do as much for themselves as they can.
Working with Residents’ and families to deliver person centered care.
Supporting with all aspects of personal care; feeding, toileting, bathing.
Maintaining thorough and up to date records on each Residents’.


Our Values…

Care: Do you strive to provide the highest standard of person-centred care?
Compassion: Are you kind and empathetic?
Courage: Are you driven to progress?
Communication: Do you consider yourself a good all round communicator?
Commitment: Are you passionate about excellent care?
Competence: Are you able to work well within a team but also on your own initiative?

In Return we can offer...


Free PVG check
Competitive pay rates
Flexible pay
Paid Family Leave
A fantastic working environment
Free uniform
Professional training and ongoing career progression


We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age

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1x 27.50hr post (£16,251.83 - £17,789.31)

1x 10.00hr post (£5,909.76 - £6,468.84)

As an Additional Support Needs Assistant, you will be committed to working with young people/pupils with Additional Support Needs and be deployed to support young people within schools and other establishments across Renfrewshire.

Whilst responsible to the head teacher/head of establishment, you will work under the direction of and in partnership with nominated class teachers.

It is essential that you have experience of working with and/or caring for Pre 5, Primary or Secondary age children, together with demonstrable literacy, numeracy skills and experience of ICT equipment and associated software packages.

Please note that this post is temporary, subject to business needs and funding for 9 months or until the requirement for the post ceases, whichever date is the earlier.

If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post. If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.

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Working as part of a dedicated team, you will be responsible for the delivery of day care to adults who have a learning disability, consistent with Social Work policies and procedures including assisting service users to meet their needs as detailed in their care plans in a way which respects their dignity as individuals, maximising their levels of independence and promoting their inclusion within the wider community.

You must enjoy working with people who have learning disabilities and autistic spectrum disorder and have an understanding of their needs; be an effective communicator, showing a professional and courteous manner to service users, carers, other professionals and agencies; be able to work on your own initiative and be a team player, be honest and enthusiastic with the capacity to learn and apply new skills. You must be available to work flexibly as required.

It is also essential you are registered or willing to register with the SSSC or other appropriate Social Care Regulatory Body.

Possession of a SVQ Level 2 in Social Care is desirable, while the commitment and capacity to achieve this qualification is essential.

If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post. If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

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Library Assistant, Renfrew, 35 hours p/w, Permanent, Grade 3, £23,651.97 - £24,801.72 p.a.

All applicants should apply online at https://www.oneren.org/work-with-us/join-our-team/ where job outline and person spec is available.

Please open the above attachment for the Job Description and Person Specification.

The successful candidate will be responsible for serving library users and providing an efficient library and information service at all times.

The post holder must have a flexible approach regarding hours worked in order to suit the needs of the service.

Work hours:

Week 1 Monday off, Tuesday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Wednesday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Thursday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Saturday 9.00am - 5.00pm

Week 2 Monday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Tuesday 12.30pm - 8.00pm, Wednesday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Thursday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Saturday off

Closing date: 29 September 2024

Interview date: To be confirmed

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a PVG Disclosure Scotland check.

If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit their website.

Applications are welcome from candidates from all backgrounds including those with disabilities and candidates who have 'care experience'.

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