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Land Based Technician with Fisheries Specialism We have great opportunity based at Shuttleworth campus for a Land Based Technician with Fisheries Specialism. As a Land Based Technician with Fisheries Specialism, you will play a key part in supporting the success of our students through: • Overseeing all practical areas across the fisheries and countryside provision with responsibility for Health and Safety and resource management. • Providing technical support in the workshop, classroom and practical working area. With a specific focus of managing and developing the fish farm and aquaculture facilities. • Setting up, maintaining and caring for land based resources and facilities in particular those in the fisheries and countryside provision. Our ideal candidates will have experience in the vocational area and to have knowledge of fisheries, including aquaculture and environmental management. alongside the following qualifications: • Level 3 qualification in specialism • GCSE Maths and English Grade A-D or equivalent Contract Type - Bedford College Professional Services Ltd (BCPS Ltd) 40 hours per week (1.0FTE) /52 weeks per year £15,800-£17,000 per annum, pro rata An Enhanced DBS check will be required and you will be required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings, which would not be filtered in line with current guidance. Job Title: Land Based Technician with Fisheries Specialism Reports to: Assistant Director - Land and Environment Direct Reports: None Overall Responsibilities: • To oversee all practical areas across the fisheries and countryside provision with responsibility for Health and Safety and resource management. • To provide technical support in workshop, classroom and practical working areas. With a specific focus on managing and developing the fish farm and aquaculture facilities. • To set up, maintain and care for land based resources and facilities in particular those in the fisheries and countryside provision. Main Duties: 1. To prepare practical learning materials and resources for use across a range of courses with a focus on fisheries and countryside. 2. To maintain professional presentation and standards in the Land Based provision. 3. To facilitate resource based learning in land and environment. 4. To manage stores of tools, equipment and resources. 5. To manage and ensure the health and care of fish and other relevant animals. 6. To provide a high quality learning environment for students 7. To proactively support learners and teachers in practical environments 5. To oversee practical work areas maintaining and servicing resources and equipment. In particular to maintain and ensure the fisheries and countryside areas meet welfare and safety standards and associated legislation. 6. To maintain inventory records and source equipment and resources in line with College Financial Regulations. 7. To ensure that specialist and practical work areas are maintained in a safe and clean condition, free from hazards at all times. 8. To ensure that the operation within practical areas conforms to current safety rules and regulations. 9. To undertake appropriate risk assessments in liaison with the College Health and Safety Manager. 10. To deal with any breaches of discipline or College rules by students appropriately and in line with College procedures. 11. To attend and participate in team meetings and College wide staff meetings. 12. To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons in the area. 13. To take an active part in maximising the recruitment of students and raising the profile of Shuttleworth and Bedford College 14. To undertake any other associated duties as determined by the Assistant Director. Statutory duties: • Safeguarding To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and for raising any concerns in line with College procedures. • Equality and Diversity To be responsible for promoting equality and diversity in line with College procedures. • Health and Safety To be responsible for following health and safety requirements in line with College policy and procedures. • Training and development To participate proactively in training and development including qualification development required in the job role. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Qualifications/ Training • Level 3 qualification in specialism • GCSE Maths and English Grade A - D or equivalent • Willingness to undertake additional training Desirable Qualifications/ Training • GCSE Maths and English Grade A-C or equivalent • Recognised First Aid qualification • Risk and COSHH assessment training Essential Knowledge/ Experience • Successful practical experience in vocational area • Knowledge of current industry practices • Knowledge of fisheries including aquaculture and environmental management. • Ability to operate a range of land based machinery safely • Ability to undertake fisheries, countryside and land based activities safely and competently • Good computer skills (confident with word processing and outlook) Desirable Knowledge/ Experience • Knowledge of health and safety issues and legislation • Recent experience of working with young people in a training environment • Experience of assessment • Risk and COSHH assessment training Essential Skills/Abilities • Ability consistently to demonstrate high levels of job performance • Ability consistently to contribute to the provision of a welcoming and supportive environment for students/trainees • Ability to order resources and equipment • Ability to make a positive contribution to the team, valuing colleagues' particular professional expertise and respecting other members of the team as individuals • Proven ability to organise own workload to meet deadlines and targets with minimum supervision • Proven ability to communicate effectively face to face, on the telephone and in writing • Ability to work with young people • Ability to understand and work with a diverse range of cultural groups • Ability to prepare, maintain and repair equipment and resources • Ability to use standard PC software to produce a range of documents • Ability to carry out College business as appropriate at all times and promote the College's good reputation within the community Essential Special Requirements • Current Driving Licence and access to a vehicle • Responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons in the area and College • Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people • Flexible approach to role • Reliable and punctual • Ability to work evenings and weekends if required • Willingness to undertake staff development. 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Position Overview: We have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join the Quality team working to support the innovation of new consumer diagnostic products for the leading Clearblue brand. We are looking for a Quality Engineer with experience of working in an IVD or Medical Device organisation, or equivalent regulated industry, who can operate effectively to support compliance efforts across the QMS. A specific focus of the role will be in the area of design control working closely alongside R&D project teams developing the next generation of products. There will be opportunity to develop and establish responsibility in the areas of Software QA and Computer System Validation (CSV). Main Responsibilities: Work closely alongside design & development project teams to support and advise on all aspects of compliance with design control requirements Support the improvement & maintenance of the organisation’s design control processes including the software design lifecycle. Manage the site Computer System Validation (CSV) program including Electronic Records & Electronic Signature (ERES) assessments. Skills & Experience: Essential An established QA track record of working in an IVD or Medical Device organisation, or equivalent regulated industry. Working knowledge of ISO 13485:2016 and US FDA 21 CFR Part 820 Passion for quality Excellent communication skills An ability to build strong working relationships Be self-motivated and able to plan and manage own workload Desirable Ideally would have some knowledge &/or experience in the following: - EU IVD Directive 98/79/EC or EU MDD Directive 93/42/EEC Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) Lean Six Sigma Software QA processes, including IEC 62304 – Medical Device Software Lifecycle Computer System Validation (CSV) ISO 14971 – Risk Management of Medical Devices PD ISO/TR 80002-2:2017 – Medical Device Software – Validation of software for medical device quality systems (This element is highly desirable) What can we offer? Not only are we based next to the scenic Priory Marina Lake in Bedford (which is great for a lunchtime stroll!), we can offer an attractive salary and an excellent benefits package consisting of Private Medical Insurance, a medical cash plan scheme, company pension scheme, free parking and a subsidised onsite cafe. We also offer excellent training and development opportunities. We are dedicated to diversity in the workplace and keen advocates of flexible working - please just ask us. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you, at any stage during the application process, just let us know how we can help. About SPD SPD was formed in 2007 as a joint venture between Procter & Gamble (P&G) and Alere, now a wholly owned subsidiary of Abbott, to create, using its parent companies’ complementary strengths, one of the world's foremost organisations in consumer diagnostics. P&G is a major consumer goods company, with numerous household brands that touch the lives of millions of people every single day. Alere is among the world's leading providers of innovative diagnostic products, renowned for their proven reliability in the professional management of women’s health and chronic and infectious disease. SPD have the combined and complementary skills to bring the very best of diagnostic innovation into the home and to bring professional technology right to the consumers’ finger-tips for better control of their own health at home. SPD is a leading supplier of home pregnancy and fertility/ovulation tests. These are products designed to give women a better understanding of their own reproductive health and invaluable guidance in their family planning. Our research interests are in the broad application of innovative technologies for use by the consumer at home. We have a strong focus on women's reproductive health and our goals are in the continuing supply of useful diagnostic products which are sensitive, simple and affordable. In the achievement of these goals, we believe that SPD consumer diagnostic products will make increasing contributions to personal healthcare and well-being. SPD’s has a head office in Geneva, Switzerland, and an Innovation Centre in Bedford, UK. SPD employs around 180 people.lp. Other Information: All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK

Would you thrive in a job that is making a real difference to people’s lives in your region? Here at Grand Union, we are more than just a financially strong Housing Association, we are making an impact on the housing crisis, supporting sustainable communities and providing lifelong homes for our customers. We provide additional, critical services to support the most vulnerable but we also build shared ownership and outright sales for those who want to get on the property ladder. We are passionate about our communities and we are committed to being a Learning Organisation, developing talent to deliver our service goals and supporting the next generations into a career in Housing. About the role: We are currently looking for an experienced Company Secretary to take the lead on all governance arrangements for the group. This role is suited to a highly organised individual as you will provide support our Board and Committee members with the delivery of a strategic governance framework. What we’re looking for: Someone who can provide expert strategic and operational advice in governance and compliance to executives, board members and other stakeholders. An ICSA professional qualification, other governance qualification or someone who is qualified by experience Experience of developing and delivering a strategic governance framework. An exceptional communicator with the ability to build strong working relationships What we offer: Competitive salary 25 days holiday rising to 30 after five year’s service Aviva Pension Scheme up to 10% company contribution Cash allowance/essential Car user allowances where specified Up to 3 paid professional subscriptions Excellent training and development opportunities Free life assurance Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Health cash-plan including employee assistance Regular bonus points from our GUS Intranet, which lead to vouchers Free parking at all our offices Discounted cinema tickets If you are like-minded in wanting to help shape the future of housing through the delivery of quality services to our customers, great at your job and with a ‘can-do’ attitude, we want to hear from you. You are just one click away from starting your journey with us … Closing date: 1 April 2019

Ridgeons is one of the largest independently owned timber and builders’ merchants in the UK and we’re passionate about our people. We have a continued heritage as a family owned business and promote the family ethic in our organisation by providing a healthy work life balance. Job Description We are currently seeking a Relief HGV CAT C Driver to join our team. The role involves serving customers throughout the branch and helping drive the vehicles to cover for holiday and sickness. You will be driving a 26-tonne flatbed HGV with crane conducting multi-drop deliveries of customer goods around the local area. There is NO overnight or late night work as at Ridgeons we promote a healthy work life balance. Responsibilities Provide great customer service Drive a forklift to help pick orders and aid customers with loading their vehicles when required Ensure vehicle safety checks are completely accurately Comply with Road Traffic and Transport Legislation and Working Time Regulations Always thoroughly check equipment is up to standard Skills and Experience Great customer service skills CPC qualified Current CAT C (class 2) license Crane and forklift training is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided Why work for Ridgeons? At Ridgeons we offer a range of benefits to engage our colleagues including, 22 days’ annual leave (and all bank holidays), contributory pension scheme, life assurance, Perkbox a colleague reward platform, colleague discount at all Ridgeons group businesses, training, company bonus scheme and much more. If you are ready to begin a rewarding career as a Relief HGV Driver at Ridgeons, please apply online today.

Position Overview: An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Biomedical Scientist to join our Clinical Laboratory Team, working to support established reference analytical methods and implement new reference assays, using existing clinical analysers and a newly purchased robotic liquid handler. This role is a 12-month fixed term contract. We are looking for a bench Scientist with experience of developing, troubleshooting and validating Immunoassays coupled with the ability to generate scientific reports for regulatory submissions against business-critical timelines The role will be required to provide expert technical input to project and team meetings taking ownership and accountability for delivering objectives. The job holder will be expected to actively participate in the continuous improvement programme of the laboratory by ensuring work instructions and risk assessments are available, reviewed and kept up to date and by training other members of the clinical laboratory team. Main Responsibilities: Technical development and troubleshooting of new and existing analytical methods Provision of expert technical input to project and team meetings. Processing of clinical analyser data and planning of experimental work Skills & Experience: Essential A degree in Biomedical Sciences or closely related subject with a postgraduate qualification Extensive previous experience in developing, troubleshooting and validating Immunoassays Experienced in the use of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) with a good working knowledge of Microsoft office suite An excellent communicator able to build key relationships rapidly and engage, present and influence predominantly non-laboratory stakeholders in their work A proven self-starter who demonstrates the ability to use their initiative and tackle problems head on What can we offer? Not only are we based next to the scenic Priory Marina Lake in Bedford (which is great for a lunchtime stroll!), we can offer an attractive salary and an excellent benefits package consisting of Private Medical Insurance, a medical cash plan scheme, company pension scheme, free parking and a subsidised onsite cafe. We also offer excellent training and development opportunities. We are dedicated to diversity in the workplace and keen advocates of flexible working - please just ask us. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you, at any stage during the application process, just let us know how we can help. About SPD SPD was formed in 2007 as a joint venture between Procter & Gamble (P&G) and Alere, now a wholly owned subsidiary of Abbott, to create, using its parent companies’ complementary strengths, one of the world's foremost organisations in consumer diagnostics. P&G is a major consumer goods company, with numerous household brands that touch the lives of millions of people every single day. Alere is among the world's leading providers of innovative diagnostic products, renowned for their proven reliability in the professional management of women’s health and chronic and infectious disease. SPD have the combined and complementary skills to bring the very best of diagnostic innovation into the home and to bring professional technology right to the consumers’ finger-tips for better control of their own health at home. SPD is a leading supplier of home pregnancy and fertility/ovulation tests. These are products designed to give women a better understanding of their own reproductive health and invaluable guidance in their family planning. Our research interests are in the broad application of innovative technologies for use by the consumer at home. We have a strong focus on women's reproductive health and our goals are in the continuing supply of useful diagnostic products which are sensitive, simple and affordable. In the achievement of these goals, we believe that SPD consumer diagnostic products will make increasing contributions to personal healthcare and well-being. SPD’s has a head office in Geneva, Switzerland, and an Innovation Centre in Bedford, UK. SPD employs around 1

Are you friendly, patient and resilient? Could you work with people who have a learning disability? No experience needed. You'll enable people to enjoy their lives, joining in with their favourite pastimes and hobbies, providing care (including personal care) in a sensitive way. This is an opportunity to come into someone's life and be a positive influence on it, ensuring they can live as independently as possible in a residential setting. You'll be supporting adults with learning disabilities at our three specialist residential services in Westoning. You'll join us in offering care and support to people with profound and multiple learning disabilities, autism, dementia and complex health needs. You'll be working shifts on a rota, taking your turn working days, evenings, weekends and public holidays. You will also do regular sleep-in shifts. Early shift 7:30am - 15:00 Late shift 14:30 - 22:00. Working 2 weekends out of 3. Full-time positions are for 38 hours a week but if you were interested in a part-time position, let us know on your application how many hours you can work and there will be a discussion at interview to see if the service can accommodate this. You must be a driver with a manual licence, in order to drive the service vehicles. Who are we? MacIntyre is an award-winning national charity supporting people with learning disabilities. We use person centred approaches to keep the people we support safe, happy and healthy and to ensure each individual is able to live a life that makes sense to them. Using Positive Behaviour Support strategies ensures we see the person first, not their behaviour or learning disability. What we need from you Experience is not necessary, as we provide a full induction and free training programme, so this role is suitable for a trainee. People join us from many different backgrounds, it's more important to us that you have a positive approach and are willing to learn. Pay and Rewards MacIntyre offers a full induction and ongoing training, including the opportunity to gain nationally accredited vocational qualifications. We also offer a range of benefits which includes: 6.6 weeks (including statutory public holidays) rising with service to a maximum of 7.6 weeks (including statutory public holidays) after 5 years (pro rata for part time staff). Workplace pension scheme MacIntyre pays for your DBS check Employee Assistance scheme to support your health and wellbeing MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme MacIntyre Rewards Scheme MacIntyre Perks which offers up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more Part-time positions are pro rata Next Steps If this job sounds like the right fit for you, click Apply on the MacIntyre website and complete our straightforward application form. Alternatively if you would prefer us to send you an application form, please phone us with your full postal address including postcode on Tel: 01908 357016. *Please Note* that if we feel we have received a sufficient number of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert early. Safer Recruitment MacIntyre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post will require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (paid for by MacIntyre), together with all other relevant recruitment and right to work checks. Where relevant, candidates from outside the EU will need to produce a biometric residency permit. Additionally, any successful candidate who has spent six months or more outside the UK (as an adult) within the last five years will need to obtain an overseas police check. Empowering people with a learning disability to live a life that makes sense to them Contact 01908 357016 in case of query. Registered Charity No. 250840

Role Description: Our member Anne loves swimming and wandering around her local shops. Anne uses Hands On Sign Langauge or the Deafblind Manual to communicate. Her Husband used to be able to help her get out and about but due to his recent stroke isn't able to at the moment. She now spends most of her time at home and is becoming very cut off from society. Anne would love to find a volunteer befriender to visit her once every 1-2 weeks for a chat over a cup of tea. Anne would also like help getting to her local shops. She will need guiding while walking (full training is provided) She communicates with hands on BSL but can also use the Deafblind manual, a very simple form of communication that is easy to learn (we will provide full training here too) What will you get out of it? It's a direct way to make a difference to a deafblind person’s life You will be supporting a great cause, while giving something back to your community You will build a new friendship and have the opportunities to learn new skills We will offer you full training, support and guidance throughout your volunteering experience with Deafblind UK Reimbursement of out of pocket expenses such as mileage or public transport costs. Qualities and Skills we are looking for: We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable Volunteers Good communication skills, particularly with regard to conversational skills To be reliable and have a genuine interest to make a difference in lives of deafblind people Patience and a warm and friendly attitude What will we ask for in return? A regular commitment of one weekly visit – usually 1-3 hours We will need to undertake two references and a DBS check before this role can start You will need to be over the age of 18 years to apply for this role Interested? Then we want to hear from you... Please click on the ‘Apply’ button and complete the short application form, alternatively to find out more you can contact our Volunteer Recruiter on 01733 358100. Funded by the National Lottery through the Big Lottery Fund

Could you volunteer and make a difference to a local young person in care? An Independent Visitor is an adult volunteer who provides support and friendship to a young person in care. This involves establishing a long term supportive relationship where the young person will have the opportunity to develop their interests, learn new skills and built their self-esteem. We are looking to recruit volunteers to support young people who are under Local Authority care in Bedford Borough. You do not need any special qualifications, but we are looking for dedicated people of all ages who are comfortable with befriending and being a good role model for a child or young person who may have experienced difficult times during their childhood. We ask that you are able to commit to a few hours once per month for a minimum of 2 years. This is a worthwhile opportunity where you will make a positive difference to the life of a vulnerable young person, become part of a leading national children's charity, gain valuable experience, meet new people and have fun! An interview and selection process including an enhanced DBS check and references are required for this role. Please have a look at the role description above, which explains more about the skills needed for this role and the activities involved. To apply, please click on the apply button at the top of this page where you will be asked to upload a CV and complete a very short application form. If you have any questions, or if you need any help applying, please contact the IV Coordinator Jo King on 07879 262324.

Competitive salary based upon experience Fantastic benefits package – contributory pension, staff discount and life assurance. We are currently looking to recruit a Deputy Manager. Reporting directly and supporting the Store Manager, you will be given the autonomy and freedom to be part of making the store a success. We are looking for a driven and hard-working individual who has experience of working in a high volume and fast paced retail business. Discount retail would be an advantage, but is not essential. Key Responsibilities: ·Delivering an excellent shopping experience for the customer ·Reviewing sales performance and ensuring measures are put in place to drive sales ·Delivering on KPI’s and profitability ·Recruit, manage and motivate staff to achieve store objectives ·Ensure all company standards are implemented and maintained ·Health and Safety of store and colleagues Key Skills Required: ·Self-Motivated and Resilient ·Team Player with a ‘can do’ Attitude ·Excellent Communication and CoachingSkills ·Ability to Control Costs and Availability of Stock ·Commercially and Target Driven We are keen to hear from any Store Manager, Deputy Manager, , Assistant Manager, Duty Manager, Retail Manager, Sales Manager, Department Manager and Team Leader. At Poundstretcher we place real value in our employees, and appreciate the hard work that all our staff put in. As a result we like to compensate our employees with a competitive salary based on experience and an excellent benefits package. If you have the passion, drive and commitment to succeed then please click ‘apply’ today. NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Job Title: Trainee/Apprentice Dental Nurse Location: Bedford House Dental Practice Hours: Full Time Salary £Competitive We are currently looking to recruit a Trainee/Apprentice Dental Nurse to join our team at Bedford House Dental Practice. This is an excellent opportunity to start a new career with Rodericks with opportunities to learn new skills and develop into a long and successful career with the group. About the Company Rodericks Dental Limited is a dental group with over 70 practices across England and Wales. Providing excellent NHS and private dental care to thousands of patients every week in high quality, modern dental practices. Our practices are all fully CQC compliant which underpins the high standard we set ourselves and our teams. The Candidate As a Dental Nurse you will provide a key role in supporting dentists and hygienists to provide high quality care to our patients. Keeping your surgery organised and prepared for incoming patients, supporting your clinician in clinical procedures. Providing calm reassurance to anxious patients, you will possess excellent nursing skills and people skills and a real attention to detail. Providing chairside support to dentists and hygienists and establishing ways of working. Supporting clinicians to ensure surgery sessions run efficiently and on time. Supporting and reassuring nervous patients. Maintaining high standards of infection control in line with the group’s clinical governance policies and procedures. Supporting the practice to meet CQC requirements. Completing instrument decontamination processes. Your Experience Full training and support will be provided. If you are an excellent “people person” and are willing to learn and work hard to develop your new skills, this could be the career for you. All trainee/apprentice dental nurses must undertake initial assessment in maths and English as part of the interview process, achieving minimum of Level 1 to consider taking the application forward All apprentice dental nurses who do not already have a certificate for a GCSE at level C or above (or the equivalent) in maths and English, will be required to complete functional skills in maths and English level 2 as part of their apprenticeship. Benefits Professional indemnity. Uniform provided. Dental Treatment Scheme. Access to our Staff Rewards Portal, providing you with discounts and deals from over 900 top High Street Retailers. Excellent opportunities for career progression. If you want to join the company that cares about you and cares about your career, apply today.

Do you have special skills that you could teach? Could you support people with learning disabilities, helping them to learn new skills for their lives? We have vacancies for Support Workers in our expanding Lifelong Learning services which is based in Ampthill. We also provide these services throughout Bedfordshire supporting adults and are currently recruiting for full-time (38 hpw) and part-time (various) positions. Let us know on your application form which one you are interested in. If it is the part-time role then please let us know how many hours you are looking to work and we will discuss further at interview. We currently work with 54 adults with different learning disabilities requiring varying levels of support. This is a varied role in which you will support people both to attend the daytime learning centre and provide one-to-one support in the community (Outreach). Activities take place in the daytime, evenings, weekends and bank holidays, so you would be working relevant shifts on a rota basis. You may be working in people's homes, one-to-one or as part of a team; Supporting people in a person centred way either in groups or on a 1-1 basis the daily activities can be varied as well as the shifts. You will join in with their favourite pastimes and hobbies, helping them lead active and healthy lives in their local community. You will support them to learn domestic and life skills such as looking after their homes, caring for their health, and being aware of their financial responsibilities. What we need from you Experience is not necessary, as we provide a full induction and free training programme, so this role is appropriate for a trainee or an experienced Healthcare Assistant who was looking for a change. People join us from many different backgrounds; What's important is that you share our values, have a positive approach and are willing to learn. It is essential for this position that you hold a driving licence which allows you to drive in the UK, together your own transport which is insured for business use, because you will be travelling to support people around Bedfordshire. You will also be asked to drive mini buses and mobility vehicles belonging to the service. Who are we? MacIntyre is an award-winning national charity supporting people with learning disabilities. We use person centred approaches to keep the people we support safe, happy and healthy and to ensure each individual is able to live a life that makes sense to them. Using Positive Behaviour Support strategies ensures we see the person first, not their behaviour or learning disability. Pay and Rewards MacIntyre provides a full induction and ongoing training, including the opportunity to gain nationally accredited vocational qualifications. We also offer a range of benefits which includes: 6.6 weeks (including statutory public holidays) raising with service to a maximum of 7.6 weeks (including statutory public holidays) after 5 years (pro rata for part time staff) Workplace pension scheme MacIntyre pays for your DBS check Employee Assistance scheme to support your health and wellbeing MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme MacIntyre Rewards Scheme MacIntyre Perks which offers up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more Part-time positions are pro rata. Next Steps If this job sounds like the right fit for you, click Apply on the MacIntyre website, complete some brief details and upload your CV. Alternatively if you would prefer to complete a manual application form, you can either download this from our website or phone us on 01908 357 016 and we will send an application form to you. Please note: we reserve the right to close this advert early if we have received a sufficient number of applications, so don't delay, apply today. Safer Recruitment Statement MacIntyre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Therefore we work with successful candidates to complete appropriate checks prior to joining.. Empowering people with a learning disability to live a life that makes sense to them Contact 01908 357016 in case of query. Registered Charity No. 250840

Job Title: Trainee/Apprentice Dental Nurse Location: Bedford House Dental Practice Hours: Full/Part-time Salary £Competitive We are currently looking to recruit a Trainee/Apprentice Dental Nurse to join our team at Bedford House Dental Practice This is an excellent opportunity to start a new career with Rodericks with opportunities to learn new skills and develop into a long and successful career with the group. About the Company Rodericks Dental Limited is a dental group with over 70 practices across England and Wales. Providing excellent NHS and private dental care to thousands of patients every week in high quality, modern dental practices. Our practices are all fully CQC compliant which underpins the high standard we set ourselves and our teams. The Candidate As a Dental Nurse you will provide a key role in supporting dentists and hygienists to provide high quality care to our patients. Keeping your surgery organised and prepared for incoming patients, supporting your clinician in clinical procedures. Providing calm reassurance to anxious patients, you will possess excellent nursing skills and people skills and a real attention to detail. Providing chairside support to dentists and hygienists and establishing ways of working. Supporting clinicians to ensure surgery sessions run efficiently and on time. Supporting and reassuring nervous patients. Maintaining high standards of infection control in line with the group’s clinical governance policies and procedures. Supporting the practice to meet CQC requirements. Completing instrument decontamination processes. Your Experience Full training and support will be provided. If you are an excellent “people person” and are willing to learn and work hard to develop your new skills, this could be the career for you. All trainee/apprentice dental nurses must undertake initial assessment in maths and English as part of the interview process, achieving minimum of Level 1 to consider taking the application forward All apprentice dental nurses who do not already have a certificate for a GCSE at level C or above (or the equivalent) in maths and English, will be required to complete functional skills in maths and English level 2 as part of their apprenticeship. Benefits Professional indemnity. Uniform provided. Dental Treatment Scheme. Access to our Staff Rewards Portal, providing you with discounts and deals from over 900 top High Street Retailers. Excellent opportunities for career progression. If you want to join the company that cares about you and cares about your career, apply today.

Are you passionate about fashion and love giving the very best levels of customer care so that you leave everyone happy, wanting to keep coming back and telling all their friends? Do you want to be the best and to be part of a wonderful team who display a huge amount of passion and knowledge about our product range in order to promote our brand? If so, then we want YOU! KEY DUTIES: Optimise sales and individual customer purchases Engage the customer by delivering a first class customer service Operate till and handle financial transactions Replenish stock with our fantastic products and specialist brands Assist with deliveries and stock handling on a regular basis - we are busy! Undertake cleaning and housekeeping duties Ensure compliance with all company procedures Take responsibility for personal development and actively seek opportunities for improvement Responsible for Health and Safety WHAT DO WE NEED FROM OUR EMPLOYEES? 1. A warm, friendly and engaging personality is essential. 2. To be highly motivated and a desire to be the best with an energy and enthusiasm to succeed. 3. A proven ability to work well within a team and to use own initiative. 4. Ability to adapt to frequent change and a high pressure environment - you will need to work hard and smart. 5. Experience in a customer service role with face-to-face customer contact is highly desirable. 6. Experience in a retail environment with a quality brand is desirable but not essential. 7. Knowledge and understanding of High Street fashion. This role is contracted to 8 hours per week but there is an expectation to work more hours and flexibly during peak trading periods BENEFITS: 50% Staff Discount, Bonus Scheme, Group Life Insurance, Pension, 5.6 weeks Annual Leave Pay Rates: Under 18: £5.90 Over 18: £7.38 25 and over: £7.83 Because of the changing nature of our business your job description will inevitably change. You will, from time to time, be required to undertake other activities of a similar nature that fall within your capabilities as directed by management.