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Front Line Environmental ServicesGlasgow City Council - Land & Environmental ServicesMA-2015-5317

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Employer: Glasgow City Council - Land & Environmental ServicesReference Number: MA-2015-5317Closing Date: 24/05/2015

Company Profile: Land and Environmental Services is a council service which is an amalgamation of Parks, Cleansing and Roads which delivers a service to the citizens of Glasgow. It has responsibility for maintaining parks and open spaces, roads and lighting as well as ensuring a clean environment within the city.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:General outdoor work involving the growing of plants, their maintenance and requirements. In the first year you will be placed within one of Glasgow’s Parks, Nursery or Gardens. In your 2nd year you will be placed in one of our Cleansing Depots. You will be required to attend Daldowie Training Centre, where you will receive training in: Health and safety, propagation of plants, general knowledge of plants and growing media, plant maintenance and establishment, pests and diseases, a range of machinery, recycling, and cleansing operations.

Education Requirements: Core skills; Candidates are required to have Information Technology and Numeracy at Intermediate 1.Level 4 Standard Grades/National Units at Intermediate 2 would be desirable but not essential.

Aptitudes: Applicants should be keen, interested in outdoor work, be reasonably fit and of good health. Ideally have an interest in Horticulture and the Environment and be able to carry out both practical and academic work to SVQ Level 2 standard.

Additional Requirements: Interviews are conducted over 2 days and include a practical and written assessment.

Chemical Analyst ApprenticeGlasgow City Council - Land & Environmental ServicesMA-2015-5316



Company Profile: Glasgow Scientific Services, part of Land and Environmental Services is a busy public analyst’s laboratory in the North of Glasgow. With around 50 personnel, it provides a comprehensive scientific, analytical and consultancy service from its UKAS accredited laboratory. Amongst our customers are local authorities, private business and government agencies. All aspects of environmental monitoring are undertaken, covering radioactivity, contaminated land, tip leachates, landfill gases, air pollution and noxious odours. The laboratory can classify waste to indicate its status with respect to disposal legislation.

The Food Laboratory provides a Public Analyst service for adulteration, contamination, substitution, composition and labelling while the Microbiology Laboratory provides the Food Examiner and water examination services. The Consumer Protection function analyse and advise, amongst other things, on toys, graphic instruments, textiles, household chemicals, ceramic wear, and provide an Agricultural Analyst service for fertilisers and animal feedstuffs. Our Water Laboratory analyse and advises on the quality of drinking water, swimming pool water and Jacuzzi waters. It can also help identify the source of surface or ground water.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Working in a laboratory based environment and training over a 4 year period towards a Modern Apprenticeship at Level 3 in Laboratory Science. Training will be delivered at Forth Valley College, day release and includes NC Units leading to a PDA in Laboratory Science followed by an HNC in Applied Sciences. Duties involve chemical analysis and/or microbiological examination in a range of work areas including instrumentation, calibration, environmental, consumer, food and waters. In-house training will also be provided throughout the apprenticeship on a needs basis.

Education Requirements: Minimum of 2 Higher & 6 Standard Grades/National 4/5 (Maths, English and Science subjects desirable).

Aptitudes: Good at problems solvingGood communicatorWorks well as a member of a teamEnjoys a challenge

Electrician ApprenticeGlasgow City Council - Land & Environmental ServicesMA-2015-5315



Company Profile: Land & Environmental Services (LES) is structured into core service areas each of which has its own specialist areas within. The Roads division provide a management and maintenance service for the road network including: Infrastructure Asset Management & Operations (Roads & Lighting); Traffic & Road Safety (Traffcom, Parking and Projects Events, Network Control

and AIP and Operations); Roads Trading Organisation (RTO).

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Contribute to workplace good housekeepingManage Health & Safety of self/others in the workplaceMaintain positive work relationships

Education Requirements: Recommended that candidates should have achieved a minimum of 4 National 5 (SCQF level 5) or equivalent in English, Maths and a science subject.

Aptitudes: ? Driving – While a full licence is not essential in Year 1, it is necessary to obtain a licence in order to complete the training.? Science and Maths – need to be able to read and understand drawings and diagnose faults.? Communication skills – essential to communicate well with team members and public.

Additional Requirements: Colour vision test may be necessary.Candidates need to be able to work at heights.Candidates will need to acquire their Class C driving licence before end of 4 year apprenticeship.

Electrical Technical ApprenticeGlasgow City Council - Land & Environmental ServicesMA-2015-5314



Company Profile: Land & Environmental Services (LES) is structured into core service areas each of which has its own specialist areas within. The Roads division provide a management and maintenance service for the road network including: Infrastructure Asset Management & Operations (Roads & Lighting); Traffic & Road Safety (Traffcom, Parking and Projects Events, Network Control and AIP and Operations); Roads Trading Organisation (RTO).

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Basic IT skills and ability to organise workloadManage Health & Safety of self/others in the workplaceMaintain positive work relationshipsGood with numbers

Education Requirements: Minimum of 2 Higher & 6 National 4/5 or equivalent (Maths, English & a science subject desirable)

Good communication skills essential

Aptitudes: ? Communication – be able to prepare emails and written reports.? Organisational skills – prioritise workload, work with Contractors and colleagues, check invoices and information is correct.? Good with technology – learn to use 3G, GPRS, Mesh Radio networks, BT circuits, AUTOCAD.? Programming equipment. Following and understanding instructions.? Concentration - working in Control Room with CCTV cameras across the city, need to focus & respond quickly to incidents.? Logical thinking and decision making.

Additional Requirements: ? Colour vision test may be necessary? Some of the training is undertaken at EKGTA Training Centre in East Kilbride. You will need to be prepared to travel there.

Roadworker ApprenticeGlasgow City Council - Land & Environmental ServicesMA-2015-5313



Company Profile: Land and Environmental Services is a council service which is an amalgamation of Parks, Cleansing and Roads which delivers a service to the citizens of Glasgow. It has responsibility for maintaining parks and open spaces, roads and lighting as well as ensuring a clean environment within the city.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:General outdoor work involving the maintenance and repair of the roads network within Glasgow. You will be placed within Gartcraig Roads Depot and will be required to attend Daldowie Training Centre, where they will receive training in: Health and safety, National Progression Award in Road Building.

Education Requirements: Core skills; Candidates are required to have Information Technology, Communication, Working with Others, Problem Solving and Numeracy at Access Level 3 or Foundation 2. Standard Grades/National Units at Intermediate 2 would be desirable but not essential.

Aptitudes: Applicants should be keen, interested in outdoor work, be reasonably fit and of good health. Ideally have an interest in Construction and be able to carry out both practical and academic work to SVQ Level 2 standard.

Additional Requirements: Applicants may be required to carry out a practical assessment. Please note: a 3 days on/ 4 days off and 4 days on/ 3 days off shift pattern applies.

Civil Engineering ApprenticeGlasgow City Council - Land & Environmental ServicesMA-2015-5312



Company Profile: Land & Environmental Services is a council service, which is an amalgamation of Parks, Cleansing and Roads. We deliver a service to the citizens of Glasgow. We have a responsibility for maintaining parks and open spaces, roads and lighting as well as ensuring a clean environment within the city.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Working in an office based environment and training over a 4 year period towards a Modern Apprenticeship at Level 3 in Civil Engineering - Construction Contracting Operations; Site Technical Support.

Duties involve surveying of roads maintenance throughout the city, assisting with surveys and production of reports and estimates for area committees.

Attending Glasgow Kelvin College (Springburn Campus) on a day release basis, working towards a National Certificate in Civil Engineering over 2 years leading on to HNC in Civil Engineering in the 3rd and 4th year.

In-house training will also be provided throughout apprenticeship on a needs basis.

Education Requirements: Minimum of 2 Higher & 6 National 4/5 (Maths & English desirable). Good communication skills essential.

Aptitudes: Good at problems solvingGood communicatorWorks well as a member of a teamEnjoys a challenge

Additional Requirements: This post requires candidates to go out onsite and carry out work, so willingness to work in all weathers is important.

Catering Equipment Engineer Glasgow North 29/06/2015

React Catering Services LtdMA-2015-5311 East

Employer: React Catering Services LtdReference Number: MA-2015-5311Closing Date: 29/06/2015

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:You will work closely with a fully qualified Catering Engineer on his daily tasks repairing equipment in sites all over Scotland. You will be expected to attend college on a block release basis to study towards your gas qualifications which are required for this job. You will also be required to learn to drive as we have subsidised the driver training.As we work in schools and prisons you must pass a Disclosure Scotland (Enhanced Disclosure)The job and the locations are different every day and time keeping and time management are important.

Aptitudes: Willingness to learnGood Time keepingGood attendance

Additional Requirements: You must be adaptable as this is not always a 9-5 job , for example if it is 5.00pm and you are in a kitchen in the middle of repairing a cooker for a hotel you cannot leave to go home for your tea and come back the next day to finish the job. On the other hand if its 3.00 and the jobs completed you will be free to leave.

Apprentice HairdresserRainbow RoomMA-2015-5310


Employer: Rainbow RoomReference Number: MA-2015-5310Closing Date: 20/04/2015

Company Profile: Rainbow Room International has created a strong brand name that is synonymous with quality, luxury and innovation, offering services in all aspects of hairdressing and beauty, excellent client care, home care management systems and after care services.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Assisting stylist in the day to day running of salon.

Education Requirements: Copy of core skills certificate (located at bottom of exam results)

Aptitudes: Good Communication, personality. Organised and motivated.

Additional Requirements: Bring copy of core skills if successful for interview.

This is for an immediate start.

Salons you may work in are based across the Greater Glasgow area.

*VARIOUS OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE* - Trainee Service Advisor / Customer ServiceRemit TrainingMA-2015-5309


Employer: Remit TrainingReference Number: MA-2015-5309Closing Date: 22/03/2015

Company Profile: We work with major motor groups and most of the prestige franchised garages, for instance Mercedes Benz, BMW, Mini to name a few.

These employers recruit usually on an annual basis and we have vacancies through the year.

Their aim to recruit apprentices for the future of their business and intend to develop your skills and knowledge, even after the apprentices, usually 2 years.

There are various progression opportunities into other fields within the Motor Industry including Senior Management levels.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:The Service Advisor is the first person the customer meets and your duties may cover ; -

- Direct dealings with customers, - Scheduling service work to their vehicles - Informing the customer m of any additional repairs required. - Administrative tasks, - Computer input, - Cash handling/payments, - Invoicing

You would work to gain the SVQ Level 3 in Customer Service Modern Apprenticeship Qualification.

Education Requirements: We look for you to have National 5 or above in English, Maths and either Computer/IT or Business Administration subjects.

Aptitudes: Interested in the motor industry, Good attendance record, focused and drive to gain the qualification.

Additional Requirements: Initial stage would be to apply for this apprenticeship. If you are selected for the interview process, a telephone interview will take place, your details will be passed to the employer for interview selection and possibly you would be give a short trial before any apprenticeship offer is made.

Business AdministratorPaul Hodgkiss Designs MA-2015-5308

Glasgow South 01/04/2015

Employer: Paul Hodgkiss Designs Reference Number: MA-2015-5308Closing Date: 01/04/2015

Company Profile: Paul Hodgkiss Designs is a creative Scottish company that has built a reputation for distinctive hand crafted wood furniture, fittings and interiors; brought to life using existing architectural elements. Please browse our home & interior and commercial work.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Office administration: (1) Manage incoming communication – post, telephone and email. Disseminating appropriately to the actioner – design, sales, operations or finance;(2) Support and learn from the finance manager in invoice raising, tracking, paying suppliers and maintaining the SAGE system and accounts reconciliation;(3) Assist in the preparation of pitch material and manage the database of images in doing so;(4) Manage the update and maintenance of a company wide CRM system, liaising closely with the retail side;(5) Assist the retail director in the maintenance and update of company websites.Business Administration:(1) Perform a PR function to Paul Hodgkiss: calendar and email management;(2) Distribute and collect timesheets to and from the workshop;(3) Develop a stock control system in collaboration with the workshop apprentice and maintain this system;(4) Attend site/workshop/ client meetings with the company directors and take minutes/record action points;(5) Manage and maintain retail stock levels, working with operations and retail directors.

Education Requirements: (1) A reasonable level of proficiency in IT;(2) A good, solid grasp of spoken and written commercial English (other languages not essential);(3) Reasonable maths and arithmetic.

Aptitudes: (1) An ability, aptitude and desire/willingness to learn, both in doing on the job and at college;(2) A strong customer focussed attitude;(3) Good common sense, the capacity to communicate ideas and contribute to system development;

(4) Good work ethic – strong completer/finisher.

Health & Social CareGlasgow City Council - Social Work ServicesMA-2015-5307


Employer: Glasgow City Council - Social Work ServicesReference Number: MA-2015-5307Closing Date: 01/06/2015

Company Profile: Glasgow City Council Social Work Services care for, protect and support people, helping them to take responsibility for, and control over, their own lives (as set out in our Vision, Aims and Values).Legislation covering the delivery of Social Work Services is extensive, with over 65 primary statutes that apply in some way to the operation and delivery of social work services. We deliver specialist, targeted services to meet assessed need within this legislative framework and, in addition to this; we must comply with formal guidance, statutory directions, standards and the findings of public enquiry and formal inspection reports. Social Work Services comprises of the following service areas:Children & Family Services Adult Services - comprising Older People / Physical Disability; Mental Health and Learning Disability Criminal Justice Services Homelessness Services Social Work continues to work with a wide range of key partners including:Education Services NHSGGC (including through City-wide Partnerships) Glasgow Community and Safety Services Glasgow Life (formerly Culture and Sport Glasgow) Strathclyde Police Scottish Children's Reporter Administration (SCRA) Children’s Hearing ACCESS Cordia Services are delivered by just over 5,000 whole time equivalent posts, excluding sessional staff, working in a variety of settings including local social work offices, residential units, day care, hospitals and specialist projects. Front line services are supported by staff based at Centre. Social Work Services is responsible for a budget of almost £630 million.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Interacting with service users in day care service for people with learning disabilities or older people. The role and tasks will be that associated with the SVQ Level 2 National Occupational Standards and the apprentice will be expected to provide evidence of performance to these standards.They will be assisting in the day to day care tasks outlined in individual care plans for service users. They will be expected to work within the codes of practice and care standards.

Education Requirements:

Standard Grade English would be desirable

Aptitudes: Good Communication skillsAble to work with others.Patience and understanding.Ability to reflect.

Training Dental Model WorkerDental Technology Services MA-2015-5306

Glasgow North East 30/06/2015

Employer: Dental Technology Services Reference Number: MA-2015-5306Closing Date: 30/06/2015

Company Profile: DTS is a leading dental laboratory in the UK and one of the most advanced dental centres in Europe. With its production centre in Glasgow, DTS supplies a full laboratory service to all of our many dentist customers domestically and internationally.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Working in dental prosthesis production the successful candidate will be given full training in the process for casting dental impressions and the set up and trimming of dental models.

Education Requirements: Standard Grade or above for Art

Aptitudes: Excellent manual dexterity, hard working, genuine interest in learning new skills, team player and a good work ethic.

Testing ApprenticeQualitrol (DMS)MA-2015-5304

Glasgow City Centre 31/03/2015

Employer: Qualitrol (DMS)Reference Number: MA-2015-5304Closing Date: 31/03/2015

Company Profile: Qualitrol provides smart utility asset condition monitoring across the globe. Qualitrol is a global leader for partial discharge monitoring, asset protection equipment and information products across generation, transmission and distribution.

The Glasgow site manufactures and delivers electronic diagnostic equipment, condition monitoring systems, and services to the Electrical Power Transmission and Distribution Industry throughout the World.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:

We are looking for an apprentice to join the R&D test team within Qualitrol DMS. You will already have basic computer skills and a desire to learn about the software development lifecycle in an agile testing environment.

Responsibilities:- Supporting the test planning process with the creation of test plans, data and scripts.- Track and maintain defect data statistics.- Perform manual testing.- Setup and maintain test equipment.- Support the delivery of production systems.- Provide input into the test and product release processes.- Produce test procedure and report documentation. - Explain the testing process and report test results to all departments.- Report to the R&D Test Manager.

Education Requirements: We require a minimum of SQA SCQF level 6 Qualifications in:- English- Maths- Any other science or technical subjects would be advantageous.

Aptitudes: Desired Skills:Methodical yet creative approach to testing tasks- Systematic coverage of software- Acute attention to detail.- Ability to prioritise tasks according to business needs.Be able to manage their time effectively.- Proactively report progress and blocking issues.Effective communicator- Be able to articulate ideas both verbally and in writing.- Contribute to the test process by identifying areas for improvement.- Work with other departments within the company to deal with their testing and support requests.Motivated, passionate, hardworking and flexible.Be proficient in using Microsoft technologies.

ElectricianCruden Building & Renewals Ltd MA-2015-5303


Employer: Cruden Building & Renewals Ltd Reference Number: MA-2015-5303Closing Date: 30/06/2015

Company Profile: Part of the Cruden Group, Cruden Building & Renewals is an innovative construction company with operations across the West of Scotland. They have many years experience in delivering high quality mixed tenure housing projects for local authorities, RSLs and Co-operatives and have particular expertise in the field of

regeneration. Whilst this remains their core area of business, their portfolio extends to private housing marketed under the Cruden Homes brand, along with non-residential projects such as offices and primary care facilities.

A forward thinking and progressive business who directly employ more than 300 operatives and staff and achieve an annual turnover in the region of £70-80 million, which is derived from framework and partnering agreements, competitive tendering and negotiations. Key to their continued growth and success is their commitment to pioneering construction technologies and integrated management systems, which ensure we can consistently operate highly efficient working practices resulting in project delivery on time and on budget.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Apprentice duties assisting tradesmen with installation and maintenance work.

Education Requirements: Candidates should have passed the SECTT test, and should have Maths, Physics or technical subject between grade 1 and 3. Pre vocational construction courses would also be an advantage.

Painting & DecoratingCruden Building & Renewals Ltd MA-2015-5302



Company Profile: Part of the Cruden Group, Cruden Building & Renewals is an innovative construction company with operations across the West of Scotland. They have many years experience in delivering high quality mixed tenure housing projects for local authorities, RSLs and Co-operatives and have particular expertise in the field of regeneration. Whilst this remains their core area of business, their portfolio extends to private housing marketed under the Cruden Homes brand, along with non-residential projects such as offices and primary care facilities.


Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Prepares wood/metal or other surfaces for painting by sanding, and applying fillers and base coats; paints surfaces with various types of paint, varnish, shellac, or enamel, using brushes, rollers, or spray guns; mixes paints, base materials, thinners, and other surfacing materials; cleans and maintains tools and equipment.

Education Requirements:

You must have passed the Skills Learning Exercise (administered by Construction skills) which demonstrates that you are capable of completing your chosen apprenticeship.

Aptitudes: You must have a positive attitude and willingness to learn. Good practical skills, a head for heights and a good sense of balance, an awareness of health and safety matters, an artistic sense, numeracy skills to measure and calculate amounts of paint and paper, honesty and reliability, a pleasant manner with the public.

Additional Requirements: CSCS card would be beneficial.

JoinerCruden Building & Renewals Ltd MA-2015-5301





Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:- Studying drawings and calculating angles and dimensions- Fitting Windows/ screens/ canopies - Erecting Garage roof - Fitting Garage doors - Laying Flooring - Installing Ceilings - Sheeting external walls - Fitting stair - Internal Partitions/( inclusive of setting out and reading drawings to deliver services to correct location) - Bulkheads - Finishing’s (inclusive skirting, facings, door kits, balustrade, aprons, wardrobe frames) - Ironmongery (door handles, window vents, mirror doors, silicone)

- Final fix (inclusive of remedials)

Education Requirements: You must have passed the Skills Learning Exercise (administered by Construction skills) which demonstrates that you are capable of completing your chosen apprenticeship.

Aptitudes: You must have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. A methodical approach and attention to detail, maths skills for measuring, an awareness of safety issues, a pleasant manner with members of the public. You will also need a suitable level of physical fitness to do some jobs as they involve moving and handling resources and placing and fixing materials.

Additional Requirements: It would be the intension to educate them with day release course Quantity Surveying (Pt) at Caledonian University, course min requirement 295 UCAS points at grade C or above.

ScaffolderCruden Building & Renewals Ltd MA-2015-5300



Company Profile: Part of the Cruden Group, Cruden Building & Renewals is an innovative construction company with operations across the West of Scotland. They have many years experience in delivering high quality mixed tenure housing projects for local authorities, RSLs and Co-operatives and have particular expertise in the field of regeneration. Whilst this remains their core area of business, their portfolio extends to private housing marketed under the Cruden Homes brand, along with non-residential projects such as offices and primary care facilities.A forward thinking and progressive business who directly employ more than 300 operatives and staff and achieve an annual turnover in the region of £70-80 million, which is derived from framework and partnering agreements, competitive tendering and negotiations. Key to their continued growth and success is their commitment to pioneering construction technologies and integrated management systems, which ensure we can consistently operate highly efficient working practices resulting in project delivery on time and on budget.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Responsible for working as part of a team erecting and dismantling scaffolds in a safe manner and to current legislations under guidance from charge hand, good manual handling skills, good with heights and physically fit.

Education Requirements: Reading writing skills and physical ability for manual labour

PlumberCruden Building & Renewals Ltd MA-2015-5299





Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:- Reading design plans to install new piping, tanks and valves throughout a building under construction- Underground drainage/testing- Leadwork- Fitting Rhones and downpipes- Roughing to pipework- Above ground drainage/testing- Finishing pipework- Bathroom/en-suite fitting

Aptitudes: You must have a positive attitude and willingness to learn, you will also need practical skills and an aptitude for working with your hands, ability to solve problems, reliability and honesty, a pleasant manner with the public and health and safety awareness,. You will need to be able to read technical drawings and plans, work carefully and methodically, work alone or as part of a team with other craftspeople. You'll also need a suitable level of physical fitness to do some jobs as they involve moving and handling resources and placing and fixing materials.

Additional Requirements: Candidates must be conscientious, some construction/college experience preferred. CSCS card would be beneficial.

Customer Service & Production TraineeDouglas Laing & CoMA-2015-5298


Employer: Douglas Laing & CoReference Number: MA-2015-5298

Closing Date: 31/05/2015

Company Profile: Douglas Laing & Co. was founded in 1948 by Fred Douglas Laing and is a family business.

We are now in our third generation of Laing’s at the helm and we continue to regard ourselves as Whisky Specialists. Our aim is to steadfastly create a quality, handcrafted selection of the finest Blends, with an extensive range of Single and ‘Vatted’ Malts together with some old Grains gleaned from our large stocks, gathered and replenished over many decades.

We bottle, produce and ship our products to specialist whisky outlets within the UK and all around the world to our growing list of international markets.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Key Responsibilities:- Assists with storing, organising and managing files- Assists in raising of PO’s, general admin and sample bottle filing- Manages the label library / archive (on and off-line) and label filing - Manages over-printing of in-house labels- Ensures all dry material artwork / specs are up-to-date and visible to all / accessible by all - Assists with ensuring all packaging meets the correct criteria / adheres to check-list- Ensuring the store room is tidy and orderly - Produces monthly sample packs- Screens incoming calls- Managing mail – including samples- Organising deliveries and collections (couriers)- Greet visitors / provide refreshments during meetings

Skills Required:- Computer Literate – Knowledge of Word, Excel beneficial- Teamwork - Adaptability- Spoken Communication- Written Communication- Numerate

Education Requirements: English & Maths Passes at Higher level at A or B preferred

Aptitudes: Positive can do attitudeEnthusiasticAttention to detail

Trainee Curtain and Blind ManufacturerSew Good Curtains and BlindsMA-2015-5293


Employer: Sew Good Curtains and Blinds

Reference Number: MA-2015-5293Closing Date: 31/05/2015

Company Profile: Family run Curtain and Blind Manufacturer based in Tollcross area of Glasgow.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Training in all aspects of Blind and Curtain manufacturing including: Cutting, Measuring, sizing, Laying out, cutting.

Successful candidate will be trained in use of cutting of various fabrics and materials using cutting tools.They will also have to learn to properly measure and size materials and fabrics.Installing blinds and curtains within homes would also be part of the role,You would also be trained in keeping workplace safe and tidy.Menial tasks are also expected to be carried out when required.

Education Requirements: Standard Grade in Maths/Arithmetic and English

Aptitudes: Good Dexterity, Flexibility, Smart presentable appearance, organised, well-mannered with good timekeeping and attendance record.

Additional Requirements: You would be required to work towards an SVQ.

Homecare Operational Support AssistantCordiaMA-2015-5291


Employer: CordiaReference Number: MA-2015-5291Closing Date: 28/06/2015

Company Profile: This position is predominantly a customer focused call handling service, where you will deal with a variety of telephone enquiries in relation to Customer Service, Home Care, Environmental Services and Cordia Help at Home Services.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:You will be responsible for updating and maintaining systems and liaising with both internal and external bodies, ensuring excellent customer service is provided at all times and preparing quotations for service delivery, based on information received from management.

Education Requirements: You will be a confident, friendly and enthusiastic individual, possessing good relationship management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external customers.

Aptitudes: A good understanding of IT systems would be advantageous.

Modern ApprenticeCordiaMA-2015-5290



Company Profile: Cordia provides the Community Alarms service to 8500 Glasgow and 3500 North Ayrshire service users. The community alarms service is a means of summoning assistance quickly in a time of need, e.g. falls, personal care requests, or other emergency calls.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:The successful applicant will be based in the admin section – receiving and processing referrals, data loading, liaising with service users and other agencies, arranging appointments. Computer skills required, literacy and numeracy skills. Ability to work as part of team and on own when required

Education Requirements: Maths English and Admin Desirable

Modern ApprenticeCordiaMA-2015-5289



Company Profile: Cordia is the largest provider of home care services in Scotland, and the biggest provider of facilities management services in local government. We also operate in a number of public and private sector organisations, offering a wide range of services including cleaning, catering, and janitorial services.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:• Responding to requests for transport, by allocating journeys to Drivers.• Recording journey information on the TASS IT system. • Maintaining Driver’s worksheets.• Produce and issue reports to customers and management using the TASS system and excel.• Answer telephone calls and emails.• Respond to customer queries, ensuring a high level of customer service at all times. • Maintenance of all client records.• Any other administrative duties that may be required.

Education Requirements: English, Maths and Administration is desirable.

Pensions AssistantGlasgow City Council - Strathclyde Pension FundMA-2015-5288


Employer: Glasgow City Council - Strathclyde Pension FundReference Number: MA-2015-5288Closing Date: 10/05/2015

Company Profile: Strathclyde Pension Fund administers the Local Government Pension Scheme, Police and Fire Pension Schemes and Teachers Compensation Scheme on behalf of 12 Unitary Authorities and over 200 employers within the West of Scotland. The Fund has over 200,000 members (actives, deferred and pensioners) and has a current value of £13.7 billion. Strathclyde Pension Fund is a major player in the financial markets; we are consistently in the UK’s top twenty pension schemes. We are very proud of the many industry awards that have come our way, including the Professional Pensions ‘Public Sector Scheme of the Year 2013 award” and the’ “LGC Investors award 2014”. The awards recognise our hard work, performance and philosophy of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:The successful candidates will be based within our Customer Services Team progressing on a rotational basis to Benefit Processing , Members Records and Liaibilties and Payments teams , gaining valuable knowledge of how a final salary scheme operates. Candidates required good communication skills both oral and written. The ability to work to a strict timetable is also essential.

Duties are varied but include: • General administrative support including, ingoing and outgoing mail, processing enquiries from internal/external stakeholders via telephone, letter, email, call centre and reception duties• Responsibility for maintaining diaries and arranging appointments. • Data maintenance, liaising with employers, collating and providing statistical information for reporting purposes • Pension administration including processing of benefit and payroll calculations via the Axise Pensions Administration system (includes the use of a task management and document imaging systems)

Education Requirements: English and Maths in• Standard Grades level 3 and above• or Intermediate 2 and above • or National 4 and above.Basic IT skills (knowledge of Microsoft packages ~ Word/Excel)

Administration AssistantCordia


MA-2015-5287Employer: CordiaDepartment: Training SectionReference Number: MA-2015-5287Closing Date: 28/06/2015

Company Profile: Cordia is the largest provider of home care services in Scotland, and the biggest provider of facilities management services in local government. We also operate in a number of public and private sector organisations, offering a wide range of services including cleaning, catering, and janitorial services.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Admin posts will consist of General Admin Duties filling, photocopying, updating systems. Customer service such as telephone and face to face dealings. Depending on where you are based your systems will differ as will duties. You will be trained and also take part in shadowing.

Education Requirements: Desired AdministrationDesired English Desired Maths

Additional Requirements: We would be looking for each candidate to excel in customer service and be ready to engage and take on new challenges in any of the parts of the organisations they are based in.

VariousCity BuildingMA-2015-5286


Employer: City BuildingReference Number: MA-2015-5286Closing Date: 26/04/2015

Company Profile: City Building is one of Scotland’s largest construction companies providing a range of repairs and maintenance, construction and refurbishment activities across the City and beyond.

We are committed to training and development and have an excellent track record of employment opportunities. We are currently training 350 apprentices across all construction trades making us the largest employer of apprentices in Scotland.

Our Training Academy at Queenslie is the most successful in Scotland with the highest completion rates. City Building deliver all aspects of the apprenticeship programme, a key factor in ensuring that the training and work experience is fully linked allowing apprentices to get the best from their apprenticeship.

The scope of work experience available to apprentices in City Building is second to none across the wide range of our workload.

The Training Team at City Building work hard to ensure that you get best from your apprenticeship to equip you up with skills for life.

We welcome applications for our vacancies from under-represented groups in the construction industry.

Further details are available on the City Building websitehttp://www.citybuildingglasgow.co.uk/

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Please refer to the individual vacancy adverts attached for full details on each career sector.

Note- you can only apply for one trade sector with City Building so please ensure you select the one you want to apply

Additional Information documents:001 - Plumbers,Electricians,Joiners,Painters.doc 002 - Admin.doc 003 - Heating Engineers.doc 004 - Lift Engineers.doc

Additional Requirements: Practical/numeracy/literacy/colour vision will take place in JuneFinal Interviews will take place in July

Apprentice Printed Circuit Board DesignerThalesMA-2015-5279


Employer: ThalesReference Number: MA-2015-5279Closing Date: 10/05/2015

Company Profile: The Thales site at Linthouse in Glasgow was opened in 1992 and is the design and manufacturing centre of excellence within the UK for advanced optronic night vision systems and equipment, including infrared cameras, laser rangefinders, aircraft warning systems and naval surveillance systems.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:PRIMARY PURPOSE OF JOB- To learn and demonstrate key skills needed to become a Printed Circuit Board Designer- Successfully complete company funded HNC / HND- Engineering design and technical support

https://glasgow.mappit.org.uk/Vacancy/ViewInformationDocument/1367




http://www.citybuildingglasgow.co.uk/

KEY TASKS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES - Create Circuit Diagrams- Create CAD library models- Design of Development and Production PCB's- Implement changes to existing designs- Support Electronics & Mechanical Designers- Application of theory to practical problems- Design to suit working environments and safety guidelines

Education Requirements: - A minimum of 2 Higher grades, band A – C. - The following subjects are preferred: Maths, Physics, English & Technological Studies.

Aptitudes: - Excellent communication skills- Ability to work well and contribute in a team environment- Innovative, creative and pragmatic problem solving capabilities- Ability to understand new ideas and theories and adapt them to suit- A willingness to work with the latest technologies in Computer Aided Design- Computer literate- Ability to multi-task while working to tight and variable timescales- Risk conscious- Determined & motivated to complete Further Education

Additional Requirements: Outline of Training:

Year 1- Foundation core skills training- Start of Further Education Course- On the job training

Years 2, 3 & 4- Continuation of core skills development- Advanced key skills training- Learn key engineering processes- Strategic placements within the company- Supplier visits to enhance knowledge- IPC Designer Certification Program- Completion of Further Education - Completion of Modern Apprenticeship

Business Administration ApprenticeLatta Law LimitedMA-2015-5275


Employer: Latta Law LimitedReference Number: MA-2015-5275Closing Date: 30/04/2015

Company Profile: Dynamic expanding legal firm with a specialism in Human Rights.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:The core responsibilities will be filing, photo-copying, mail, reception cover etc. Although these would possibly grow to typing and secretarial duties dependant on the candidate. Other than numeracy, literacy and IT skills, the only skills we are looking for are soft skills such as good communication- both written and verbal and initiative.

Aptitudes: CommunicationOrganisationTime managementPrioritisationProblem solvingAbility to work in fast paced environment.

Admin AssistantWylie BissetMA-2015-5272


Employer: Wylie BissetReference Number: MA-2015-5272Closing Date: 01/04/2015

Company Profile: Wylie & Bisset LLP are one of Scotland’s longest established larger independent firms of chartered accountants, providing a full range of services to clients including audit (both internal and external), accountancy and valued added, corporate and personal taxation, business advisory, corporate finance and consultancy services. The firm operates a dedicated insolvency department which provides debt solutions to both consumers and businesses.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:An exciting opportunity has arisen within our firm. This role is to provide support in all aspects of general administrative duties. We will offer Modern Apprenticeship training support to the successful candidate within Business Administration. This role is key to the effective delivery of Admin services to our internal clients.

Responsibilities include:

- Scanning documents- Various filing- Photocopying circulars- Folding/enveloping outgoing mail- Deliveries as required- Answering phones – taking messages and transferring calls to appropriate caseworkers- Other general admin tasks as required

Essential Skills:

- Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)- Confident in day-to-day use of the Microsoft suite (eg, Outlook, Excel, Word)- Good team player

Desirable Skills:

- Some previous work experience in a team environment would be beneficial (but not essential)

Education Requirements: Successful candidates must be able to work within a busy office environment and show willingness to learn and develop new skills and the wider admin support service. You should be educated to standard grade level or equivalent and hold appropriate qualifications in English and Arithmetic preferably.

Aptitudes: - Organisational skills- Can take ownership of a task- Enthusiastic, results driven, co-operative- Positive and confident approach to work- Understands the principles of client service- Quality approach to work (first time, on time, every time)- Can work effectively in a team environment or on own initiative

Additional Requirements: Based: The role will be based at our Bath Street officesHours: 37.5 hours/week, Mon-Fri, 08.45-17.15 daily (1 hour lunch) Salary: Competitive

Apprentice Fire & Security EngineerChubb Fire & Security LimitedMA-2015-5267

Glasgow North West 26/03/2015

Employer: Chubb Fire & Security LimitedReference Number: MA-2015-5267Closing Date: 26/03/2015

Company Profile: The Chubb name is one of the most recognised fire and security brands in the world - with it’s core values of trust, integrity and strength being the cornerstone of a reputation built on almost 200 years of experience.

From digital CCTV surveillance, access control and intruder alarms to fire detection and suppression systems, we provide a full range of innovative products and services for our customers.We are an integral division of UTC Climate Controls Security, a truly international, talent driven company employing more than 42,000 people in nearly 30 countries, including over 3,000 Chubb Fire & Security employees in the UK.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:

We’re only looking for adaptable, hardworking people who are happy to work at heights and also with portable electrical equipment. You should also be good with your hands and have good colour perception, and a permanent right to work in the UK and a clean criminal record will be essential.

Education Requirements: As for your qualifications, you must have at least five Standard Grades, or equivalent, at grade 3 or above. These should include Maths, English and Physics.

Aptitudes: We’re looking for confident, well presented people with plenty of initiative, a team focused approach and great communication skills. Above all, you’ll need a real desire to learn.

Additional Requirements: Must have good time management, be honest, trustworthy, reliable and hard working. The individual will have to undertake PVG Scotland Disclosure.

Business Admin ApprenticeScottish Qualifications Authority (SQA)MA-2015-5261


Employer: Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA)Reference Number: MA-2015-5261Closing Date: 12/04/2015

Company Profile: The SQA is Scotland’s national awarding and certification body that develops and certificates most of the qualifications offered by Scotland’s schools, colleges and training organisations. Each year around 360,000 people receive certificates from the SQA - you are almost certain to know someone with an SQA qualification!We employ around 750 people at our offices in Glasgow and Midlothian. Our offices are modern and provide good working conditions for all our staff to work productively and develop their careers. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively support our local communities. Our staff are given three days a year to volunteer to support activities in our local communities.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:• Be able to understand and carry out basic numerical calculations• Have good written and oral communications• Be able to work as part of a team and on own initiative• Be able to demonstrate a logical approach to carrying out tasks and to problem solving

Education Requirements: • One higher pass at C in either English, Admin, Business Management or a related discipline/or a group of Intermediate 2 passes in Admin or Business Management

Aptitudes:

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Team MemberGlasgow City Council - Customer & Business ServicesMA-2015-5260


Employer: Glasgow City Council - Customer & Business ServicesReference Number: MA-2015-5260Closing Date: 12/04/2015

Company Profile: Glasgow City Council (GCC) is the largest local authority in Scotland, with almost 18K employees who provide Glasgow residents with a diverse range of services in their roles. This includes roles within Customer and Business Services (CBS), which presents a fantastic opportunity to those wishing to gain a wide range of experience within one organisation.

Within the Council, CBS provides a range of crucial front line and back office services. CBS has a city centre hub, based at 220 High Street, Glasgow, but is also represented at a number of other locations such as schools, council tax and housing benefit offices and cleansing complexes city wide.

CBS is organised into three areas that include: Finance Services, Business Support and Customer & Employee Services, and provides administrative support for Education Services, Development & Regeneration Services, Social Work Services, Chief Executives Office and Corporate Services. We have employees working across the city of Glasgow.

Providing excellent customer service is a priority for us and we want to make sure that all our customers’ expectations are met. We are the first point of contact for the majority of our customers; and our aim is to deal with their enquiries promptly and professionally.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Glasgow City Council is looking to recruit up to 20 Modern Apprentices. The successful candidates will provide a variety of clerical and administrative duties within the three CBS functional areas across the city.

Working within Corporate Services, Customer and Business Services (CBS) team you would provide a wide range of services to the council and Glasgow residents. You would be based in an area office, school or in one of our city centre premises and would be expected to provide excellent customer service.

In turn, you would receive first class training including working towards a nationally recognised vocational qualification in Business Administration, excellent conditions and experience of working in one of Glasgow’s leading employers.

Education Requirements: General standard education. Although not essential, it would be desirable to have PC skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Aptitudes: • Willing to deal with a variety of customers in a manner that meets the Council’s Customer Care Standards • Possess good verbal and written communication skills • To have an enthusiastic and positive attitude• To have the ability to produce work to a high standard, with attention to detail and accuracy • To have the ability to follow instructions• To have the ability to work effectively as part of a team

Additional Requirements: ***Membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme will be essential on taking up appointment when based within an education establishment.***

Modern Apprentice Security EngineerPointerMA-2015-5255


Employer: PointerReference Number: MA-2015-5255Closing Date: 28/06/2015

Company Profile: Pointer are an Equal Opportunities employer and received 2 national training awards and a Scottish Modern Apprentice award for a medium size employer for the Modern Apprenticeship Programme. The security industry is rapidly changing due to new technologies and greater security requirements from customers. With Pointer Ltd you will be involved in the installation of high tech security systems converging with IT Networks & Secure Internet communications with high security applications.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:You will be working with a qualified engineer and will assist in the installation of a range of security products (CCTV Systems, Access Control, Fire Systems, Intruder Systems) in a wide range of premises (Domestic, Commercial, Industrial, Banks and Schools). It is preferred that you have good IT skills as our larger projects require the use of computers and networks. Some travelling around Scotland may be required.

Education Requirements: You must have a minimum of 4 Standard Grades, English, Maths, Physics/CDT & IT, bands 1-3.

Aptitudes: You must be reliable, enthusiastic, willing to learn and able to use your initiative. You should have good timekeeping, good communication skills and be able to work as part of a team.

Additional Requirements: You will receive 20 days annual leave (increasing to 25 in your 3rd year) plus 10 days public

holidays. On completion of your apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to progress through the company within the sales, engineering, supervisory or service departments. After 3 months of joining the company you will automatically become eligible for the Company’s Life Assurance Benefit and an Attractive Company Pension Scheme is available. Flexibility with regards to travelling.

Business Administration ApprenticeHub West ScotlandMA-2015-5253


Employer: Hub West ScotlandReference Number: MA-2015-5253Closing Date: 01/06/2015

Company Profile: Hub West Scotland is a public private joint venture that delivers estates development services to its public sector partners. By working with its extensive supply chain it provides a value for money procurement solution that delivers better buildings that have a positive impact on the delivery of public services & the economy across the West of Scotland.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Main Purpose- To provide effective and high quality day to day administration support to the hub team- To provide efficient receptionist duties;- To support the management of the hubCo office to ensure that the hubCo team’s working environment engenders high levels of productivity

Key Responsibilities- To be the first point of contact to welcome and deal with all visitors and staff to the Hub office - To provide a consistent and accessible point of contact dealing with all enquiries (telephone and personal) in a professional and pleasant manner- The provide reliable day to day administration support to the Hub team- To deal with all correspondence as requested/directed- To maintain diaries where requested- To arrange internal and external meetings as required- To ensure a well-ordered working environment- To keep filing up to date and well managed- To be responsible for incoming/outgoing post- To process archiving- To undertake any other duties as required

Education Requirements: Essential - Standard Grade 1 to 3 including English, Maths and Administration (or equivalent)

Aptitudes: - Excellent people and communication skills- Self motivated, reliable and hard working- Excellent organisational skills- Dedicated to carrying out the tasks at hand in a timely and accurate nature

- Experienced with computerised and manual filing systems- Familiar with key Microsoft products

Manufacturing ApprenticeThalesMA-2015-5245


Employer: ThalesReference Number: MA-2015-5245Closing Date: 10/05/2015

Company Profile: The Thales site at Linthouse in Glasgow was opened in 1992 and is the design and manufacturing centre of excellence with the UK for advanced optronic night vision systems and equipment.These systems and equipment include infrared cameras, laser rangefinders, aircraft warning systems and naval surveillance systems.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:PRIMARY PURPOSE OF JOB- To learn and demonstrate key skills needed to become a Manufacturing Technician - Gathering of relevant skills and experience to allow support in the assembly and test of products and systems to defined standards and methods.

KEY TASKS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES - Assembly of modules, equipment and systems, to required standards- Testing of products to defined methods and documentation- Use of measuring and alignment equipment- Safe handling of complex equipment (including optics)- Working in a safe manner in line with guidelines set

Education Requirements: Minimum of 4 Standard Grades (preferable to level 3 or above), these should include Maths, English and a Science based subject.

Aptitudes: - The successful candidate will be punctual, articulate and have a pleasant and approachable manner. - They must show supportive qualities when working in a team environment and contribute to improvement activities throughout Manufacturing. - They must also be committed to self-development.

Additional Requirements: Outline of Training:

Year 1Foundation core skills training.Commencement of further education studies.Introduction of Manufacturing Processes

Year 2Continuation of core skills development and introduction to business support systems

Year 3Progression to Product System Testing and introduction to specialised processes e.g. Environmental and optical testing.

Year 4Application of skills and knowledge gained within the selected business area with a view to future developmentReview of further education Apprenticeship programme

Civil Engineering Technician ApprenticeCH2M HILLMA-2015-5244


Employer: CH2M HILLReference Number: MA-2015-5244Closing Date: 23/03/2015

Company Profile: We are a global leader in full-service consulting, design, design-build, operations and programme management for public and private clients. We were founded over 65 years ago in the US, and we now have a global presence with over 26,000 people worldwide. We operate in the following five key markets:

- Transportation- Environment & Nuclear- Facilities & Urban Environments- Water- Energy

Our services range from concept to planning, financing, design, construction and operations, and we serve as the client’s single point of contact. Though innovative, practical and sustainable solutions; focused client service and nurtured long-term relationships, our team helps clients lay the foundations for the infrastructure, cities and global communities of the future.

To learn more about CH2M HILL markets and projects around the world, please visit, http://www.ch2m.com

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:This four-year apprenticeship will undertake a supervised programme of training and college-day-release that leads to Technician Membership of The Institution of Civil Engineers, with an opportunity to go on to further study to enable you to be qualified to degree level and achieve Chartered Engineer status.

Civil engineering technicians (whilst at the office) provide support to civil engineers who design, build and manage construction projects. These projects could be in several different

sectors including: construction, transport, highways, bridges, rail etc.

- A technician's work could involve: Design - surveying the site, arranging for analysis of soil and rock samples, and producing design drawings - Estimating - preparing detailed estimates and producing information on the quantity and type of materials to be used - Planning - helping to set deadlines for the delivery of materials, equipment and labour for completing each stage of the project Buying - costing and buying of materials, equipment and labour - Site engineering- responsibility for checking the progress of particular technical aspects of the construction work - Production of CAD drawings - Preparation of simple calculations- Supporting the administration of projects - Ensuring outputs meet the required standards - Meeting agreed deadlines - Maintaining drawing register - Working as a member of a team- Contributing to providing solutions to problems - Working both in an office environment and on site

Education Requirements: Minimum 5 passes at Standard Level/ Highers with at least Grade B equivalent or higher in Mathematics, a minimum of a Grade ‘C’ equivalent or higher in English and a minimum of Grade ‘B’ equivalent or higher in a Science/Technology related subject (i.e. Physics/ Chemistry/ICT etc.)

Aptitudes: - Good communications, numeracy and IT skills are all important - Strong problem solving, attention to detail and a desire to come up with practical solutions - Competent at Maths and Physics - Creative and Practical - Adaptable and Persevering - Interested in using computers for design work, calculations, and testing designs - Ability to produce neat and accurate technical drawings - Ability to think in a methodical way to design, plan and organize projects - Work well with other people in a team - Ability to organize the work of other- Present information in speech, drawings and reports.

Data Analyst/DeveloperGlasgow LifeMA-2015-5241


Employer: Glasgow LifeReference Number: MA-2015-5241Closing Date: 24/05/2015

Company Profile:

Glasgow Life employs almost 3,000 staff who delivers services across more than 150 facilities. In the last year there were a record 17.9 million usages to our facilities. These services include major museums and sports venues, to music and art venues, libraries and community facilities.

Glasgow Life ICT staff provides first line system, hardware and software support to all our facilities as well as internal support staff.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:We are seeking a motivated, dedicated and hardworking individual to join the Information Services team. Applicants must have a positive attitude and demonstrate a willingness to learn. You will need to demonstrate a flexible approach to work, the ability to prioritise tasks and to work as part of a team within a dynamic environment. The key responsibilities will be:

• To learn and develop in the support of database applications and software packages to meet the operational needs of the organisation.• To learn and develop in the maintenance and the enhancement of existing database applications using appropriate development tools and methodologies.• To learn and develop how to maintain accurate and current system and user documentation for database applications.• To learn and develop how to carry out assignments as required and any other duties appropriate to the post and in line with the needs of the organisation.

Education Requirements: Educated to National 5/Int 2 level in the following:English, Maths and IT (computing)

Aptitudes: • Willingness to learn• Attention to detail• Customer focused approach• Timekeeping and attendance• Positive attitude

Additional Requirements: Interviews likely to take place in the second week in June with a start date of early August 2015

Finance AssistantGlasgow LifeMA-2015-5240


Employer: Glasgow LifeReference Number: MA-2015-5240Closing Date: 24/05/2015

Company Profile:

Glasgow Life employs almost 3,000 staff who delivers services across more than 150 facilities. In the last year there were a record 17.9 million usages to our facilities. These services include major museums and sports venues, to music and art venues, libraries and community facilities.

Glasgow Life Finance staff provides financial advice and support to frontline services.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Finance Team. Key responsibilities are likely to be:• Process AP/AR invoices• Respond to enquiries, clarifying issues and providing responses• Liaise with internal and external customers and establishing effective working relationships• Assist with the processing of Treasury transactions including bank reconciliations• Assist with preparation of date and input to financial systems• Assist Finance Officers in the monitoring of budgets including running reports, processing journals• Liaise with Finance Team to maintain accuracy of information systems

Education Requirements: Educated to National 5/Int 2 level in the following:English and MathsSuccessful applicants would be required to be computer literate

Aptitudes: • Willingness to learn• Attention to detail• Customer focused approach• Timekeeping and attendance• Positive attitude

Additional Requirements: Interviews likely to take place in the second week in June with a start date of early August 2015

Hairdressing ApprenticeshipHeatwaveMA-2015-5235


Employer: HeatwaveReference Number: MA-2015-5235Closing Date: 28/06/2015

Company Profile: Heatwave Hair has been in business for more than 30 years. We specialise in all aspects of hairdressing but are well known as colour, hair up and cutting specialists. We are looking for someone to join our small, friendly enthusiastic team.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Your initial duties will include meeting and greeting salon clients. Shampooing. Making Tea & Coffee. Keeping salon clean & tidy. Answering telephone to take appointments. Assisting Hairstylists to keep salon running smoothly. One of the Skills Required is a friendly outgoing personality.

Education Requirements: You will need a willing to learn both in salon and at college. A good standard of English is helpful in taking salon appointments over the phone and in salon.

Aptitudes: ENTHUSIASM!!! You must really want to be a hairdresser as it is hard work! You need to be able to work on your own initiative, follow instructions and be comfortable speaking to clients of all ages.

Additional Requirements: We need a reliable person. You will be a key member of staff and very much part of the team. We need a commitment from You to learn all aspects of hairdressing in salon and at college where you will attend 1 day every 2 weeks.

Receptionist / AdministratorSilverburn Care HomeMA-2015-5233


Employer: Silverburn Care HomeReference Number: MA-2015-5233Closing Date: 22/03/2015

Company Profile: We are currently recruiting for an administrator to join our office team to aid in the daily administration of our new dementia friendly care home. You will be based at reception to meet and greet visitors.

To provide administrative support to the Manager and Directors of the home and ensure the smooth running of the administration of the home.

The ideal candidate will have some experience of processing payroll and exposure to Sage Accounting Systems, although this is not essential.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:- Deal with all post/papers entering the home and ensure immediate distribution including payslips. - Type correspondence as requested by the Directors, Manager or Clinical Leads as required. - Ensure that mail is posted at the end of the day. Undertake general administration duties upon request. - Ensure the time recording of all staff is monitored and accurate information is passed to head office on a weekly basis or more often when required.- Ensure that the petty cash transactions are recorded accurately and reconcile the Petty Cash weekly (more often if required).

- Ensure all new service users information is captured upon entering the home and recorded in the admission book and passed to head office in order invoices can be rendered. Ensure information about service users is accurately recorded upon any material change and communicated to Manager, Directors and head office.- Process all payments that are received for payment of fees and ensure all monies received are recorded and the information is passed to head office.- Process all receipts and invoices for payment and ensure that they are recorded.- Ensure the filing systems both online and hard copies are up to date and organised. Ensure the archiving is safe, secure and organised.- Ensure all payments to be paid into the bank are recorded according to company policy. - Prepare Training posters for staff notice boards and advise the Management team of attendance at Training courses. - Update the staff Training Matrix and produce training certificates. - Update the Fire Evacuation list as changes occur and check on a weekly basis. - Arrange hairdressing and chiropody appointments as required. - Process all orders for the home in line with company policy.- Adhere to all policies & procedures.

Trainee PorterClockwork RemovalsMA-2015-5220


Employer: Clockwork RemovalsReference Number: MA-2015-5220Closing Date: 01/04/2015

Company Profile: Clockwork Removals is a national removals and storage company with Branches throughout the UK. Customers include both domestic and commercial clients.The company has grown steadily over the last few years and has further plans for expansion.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:- Disassemble furniture so they fit through doors or into elevators- Assist in warehouse duties- Ensure equipment is clean, safe and fit for purpose- Deliver furniture to designated customer

Education Requirements: None but will work towards SVQ2 in Warehousing.

Aptitudes: Physically fitCustomer focusedWilling to work flexible hoursPositive attitude

Additional Requirements: Must be able to travel to Milngavie daily.

Junior Stylist Glasgow North 01/04/2015

The Little House of Hair MA-2015-5215 West

Employer: The Little House of Hair Reference Number: MA-2015-5215Closing Date: 01/04/2015

Company Profile: Small hairdressing salon, specialising in colour, cuts and all hair trends, offering excellent client care both in hair and nails.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Involved in all aspects of client care, from meet and greet, to clearing and tidying for the stylists. Providing teas and coffee to customers, keeping kitchen and bathroom clean at all times, must be polite, presentable and friendly and must have a "can do" attitude.

Education Requirements: Must have a keen interest to do hairdressing as a career.

Aptitudes: Friendly personality and of good appearance.

Additional Requirements: Willing to undertake any job to make our clients have an all round enjoyable experience in the salon.

School Support Service TechnicianGlasgow City Council - Education Services (Schools)MA-2015-5211


Employer: Glasgow City Council - Education Services (Schools)Reference Number: MA-2015-5211Closing Date: 31/08/2015

Company Profile: Education Services – Technician Support Service

Personnel and staff training and development role within Education Services. Technician Service Management and Health & Safety Related Services to the department.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:4 year apprenticeship as a Support Service School Technician, undertaking a wide range of dutieswithin Science, Technical and AV/ICT.Studying towards an HNC in Life Sciences at Glasgow Clyde College. Provision of technical support required to support teaching and learning, including the use and maintenance and safe storage of equipment and chemicals with due regard to health & safety procedures.

Additional Information documents:MA Advert - Science 2015.pdf

Education Requirements: Course requirements are National 5 level passes in English, Maths & 2 Sciences and a Higher inChemistry, minimum pass grade ‘C’ or any nationally recognised equivalent qualification.

Aptitudes: A keen interest in scientific, technical and ICT/AV related work and processes would be helpful to candidates. Your will require to be proactive and demonstrate a problem solving and practical aptitude to work.

Apprentice Parts TechnicianMacklin Motors Ltd (Vertu Motors plc)MA-2015-5207


Employer: Macklin Motors Ltd (Vertu Motors plc)Reference Number: MA-2015-5207Closing Date: 29/03/2015

Company Profile: Opening its first Scottish dealership in January 2010, Macklin Motors has grown to become synonymous with quality and customer service in Scottish motor retailing.

Part of Vertu Motors, the UK’s 6th largest motor retailer, Macklin now has seven dealerships throughout Scotland in Dunfermline, Paisley, Glasgow and Hamilton.

Representing four of the world’s major motoring manufacturers, Macklin offers new cars from some of the leading manufacturers including Ford, Nissan, Mazda and Peugeot models, as well as access to more than 5,000 quality assured used cars across a range of the best-known car franchises.

Dealership teams are on hand to offer the highest standards in sales and aftercare for commercial vehicles and new and used cars. We have a range of aftercare services to choose from including car servicing and MOT. With customer service been Macklin’s number one priority, customers can be confident that every Macklin dealership has an exemplary track record on delivering an outstanding customer experience based on honesty and trust.

Built on Vertu Motor’s values of passion, respect, professionalism, integrity, recognition, opportunity and commitment, Macklin Motors gives customers personal service to the highest of standards, with the backing of a national and trusted organisation.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:As a parts apprentice you would be involved in a variety of tasks ranging from dealing with Technicians, other companies and the general public, answering the telephone, taking orders,


ordering parts and checking parts also putting stock orders away.

Education Requirements: Standard Grades in Maths, English and a Science are preferred but not essential.

Aptitudes: Must have a genuine interest in working in the Motor Industry and be willing to learn.

Apprentice Service TechnicianCar MastersMA-2015-5206


Employer: Car MastersReference Number: MA-2015-5206Closing Date: 29/03/2015

Company Profile: We are an approved MOT Station, situated in Baillieston, Glasgow close to the M8, M74 and the M73 Our Company was established in 1989 and are expert in all aspects Air conditioning, Servicing and Mechanical Repairs. We keep computer records on all customers, we have invested a great deal of time, effort and training installing full engine diagnostic testing equipment.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:As a Service Technician you would be involved in a variety of tasks ranging from servicing and repairs, replacing components, using specialist equipment such as electrical and electronic diagnostics, engine tuning equipment to measure performance, rectifying faults on customer’s vehicles in a busy workshop.

Education Requirements: Standard Grades in Maths, English and a Science are preferred but not essential.

Aptitudes: Must have a genuine interest in working in the Motor Industry and be willing to learn.

Roof Tiling ApprenticeshipGMG Contractors LtdMA-2015-5202


Employer: GMG Contractors LtdReference Number: MA-2015-5202Closing Date: 30/04/2015

Company Profile: GMG Contractors Ltd have a Specialist Roof Tiling sub division, carrying out roof tiling predominantly for Scotland’s Premier housebuilders and Housing Associations, building new housing.

With one of the youngest workforces within our industry, and keeping high standards through our ISO 9001, and Health and Safety Standards through our OHSAS 18001, we expect high

standards from our workforces.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:As part of a larger workforce, split into smaller squads, you will be able to work as part of a team. Roof Tiling involves moving a high volume of roof tiles from the scaffold onto the roof and fixing them to a particular pattern and specification. You will be trained in all aspects Roof Tiling while working towards your SVQ 2/3 in Roof Tiling. You will also be expected to do various work tasks as and when required.

It is outdoor work, in all seasons of the year.

Education Requirements: No qualifications required, just a willingness to attend work and learn all aspects of the trade.You will work towards an SVQ 2/3 in the trade.

Aptitudes: Good Time keeping and attendance.

Additional Requirements: Working at Heights will be an essential, therefore the successful personnel should be comfortable with heights.You will also be expected to carry out work towards your SVQ when required.

Hairdressing ApprenticeMichael Rodgers HairMA-2015-5198


Employer: Michael Rodgers HairReference Number: MA-2015-5198Closing Date: 24/03/2015

Company Profile: Professional Hairdressers - Long Established

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:- Greeting clients, booking appointments, keeping salon clean and tidy- Progress to cutting and styling after training

Education Requirements: - Standard Grades (or equivalent)- Numeracy and literary skills

Aptitudes: Good timekeeping, well mannered, smart, keen to learn.

Additional Requirements: Applicants will be given interview in salon.

- Ambition to become a stylist.

** VARIOUS OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE ** - Parts ApprenticeRemit TrainingMA-2015-5184





Their aim to recruit apprentices for the future of their business and intend to develop your skills and knowledge, even after the apprentices, usually 3 years, to keep up with the processes and technology within the Motor Industry.


Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Your tasks will include ordering, selling and managing stock control on a wide range of vehicle parts and accessories.

- Advising customers on how to solve a problem with their vehicle- Taking orders from customers both face to face and over the phone- Maintaining an ordered stock room and finding parts from stock- Raising invoices for parts sold- Liaison with other members of staff

Customers may include members of the public, service departments of dealerships, and garages

Education Requirements: We look for you to have National 5 or above in English & Maths and a technical or science subject


Additional Requirements: If you enjoy working on computers along with some administration task along with dealing with people, then this will suit you. You may be asked to sit an assessment test in the Glasgow City area this will also include the initial interview process.

If you are successful, your details will be passed to the employer for interview selection and

possibly you would be give a short trial before any apprenticeship offer is made.

General Catering ApprenticeCup Glasgow LtdMA-2015-5180


Employer: Cup Glasgow LtdReference Number: MA-2015-5180Closing Date: 26/03/2015

Company Profile: Cup is an Award Winning Tea Room business located in both the City Centre and the West End of Glasgow. We offer a selection on freshly backed cupcakes, scones and lunches as well as our famed Afternoon Tea. Both locations are very busy seven days a week.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Initially working in the kitchen in year one of the apprenticeship where you will learn how to bake cakes, scones and general service for afternoon tea. This is a working role so you will be in working with the team from day one. You will also be responsible for the hygiene of the kitchen with the rest of the team.

Education Requirements: good general education

Aptitudes: Should have high energy level as this role is demanding on you for the whole shift. Flexibility as you will be required to work 5 days a week including weekends. Understanding of basic personal hygiene. Socially and out going with a good common sense.

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Their aim to recruit apprentices for the future of their business and intend to develop your skills and knowledge, even after the apprentices, usually 4 years, to keep up with the technology within the Motor Industry.


Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Apprentice Service Technician you will be working on various types of vehicles. This can range from Passenger Car, vans and Lorry. Duties will include:- carrying out servicing, - fault finding, - repair of vehicles, - operating specialist equipment - and all other associated tasks

You will attend college as part of this apprenticeship, which may be one day per week or one week in every 7 or 8 week cycle.

Education Requirements: We look for you to have National 5 or above in English & Maths and a technical or science subject


Additional Requirements: If you have used hand tools or worked on motor vehicles/bicycles then we would like to review your application. You may be asked to sit an assessment test in the Glasgow City area this will also include the initial interview process.

If you are successful, your details will be passed to the employer for interview selection and possibly you would be give a short trial before any apprenticeship offer is made.

Food Preparation ApprenticeTaco MazamoMA-2015-5103


Employer: Taco MazamoReference Number: MA-2015-5103Closing Date: 20/04/2015

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:We are Mexican Takeaway Restaurant and now have 2 locations in the city. As well as serving customers in the city centre outlet you will help prepare food for our outside catering arm of the business. We cater for parties, functions and meetings. Your duties will include food preparation, stock management and some administration. We would like you to learn all aspects of the business. You will complete an SVQ in Food Preparation.

Aptitudes: Hard working and reliable. An interest in catering.

Business Admin / Travel ApprenticeQualitrol (DMS)MA-2015-5096


Employer: Qualitrol (DMS)Reference Number: MA-2015-5096Closing Date: 31/03/2015

Company Profile: Qualitrol provides smart utility asset condition monitoring across the globe. Qualitrol is a global leader for partial discharge monitoring, asset protection equipment and information products across generation, transmission and distribution.

The Glasgow site manufactures and delivers electronic diagnostic equipment, condition monitoring systems, and services to the Electrical Power Transmission and Distribution Industry throughout the World.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Role Description:To undertake a Modern Apprenticeship in Business Administration/Finance and provide an efficient and effective clerical support to the Finance and Administration Team

Essential Duties:- Organise Travel as per internal requests- Review request- Obtain agent options- Review alternatives online- Provide benchmarking analysis to FC- Provide back up to travellers- Answer office and general telephone line, for which training will be given. - Make calls to customers- Process Expenses- Operate computer based applications including word processing, spreadsheets,- Input and extract data to and from databases and spreadsheets. - Assist in the production of spreadsheets and templates. - Effective delivery of office services such as maintenance of office filing systems, faxing and photocopying. - Keep notice boards and displays in good order and up to date, where appropriate. - Opening and distribution of incoming mail.- Provide support to Finance, Admin and HR teams- Catering / meeting preparation

Education Requirements: Higher MathsHigher Business Admin

Aptitudes: - High Sense of urgency- Customer Service minded- Structured and well organized- Willingness to learn- Good interpersonal skills

- Good communication skills

Trainee HairdresserSalon 1873 (GRA)MA-2015-5090


Employer: Salon 1873 (GRA)Reference Number: MA-2015-5090Closing Date: 05/04/2015

Company Profile: Beauty and Hairdressing Salon based in the West end of Maryhill Rd.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Training in all aspects of Hairdressing with some Beauty skills attached.This will include, cutting, colouring , styling and tinting of customers hair.Initial duties will include cleaning duties and attending to customers needs i.e. making tea etc.

Education Requirements: Successful candidate will work towards SVQ3 in Hairdressing and therefore must be willing to learn.

Aptitudes: Good Timekeeper, Customer Friendly, Good attitude towards work and learning, Good communication skills, punctual and reliable

Additional Requirements: Will be expected to attend training where and when required.

Apprentice Warehouse OperativePremier Housewares llpMA-2015-5039


Employer: Premier Housewares llpReference Number: MA-2015-5039Closing Date: 31/03/2015

Company Profile: Premier Housewares is part of a family run group of companies with over 50 years of trading experience and prides itself as one of the UK’s leading suppliers and distributors of housewares and home lifestyle products to the retail trade. First established in 1988, Premier Housewares has grown to become a market leader in its industry, based in a head office of over 340,000 sq ft on the banks of the River Clyde close to the heart of Glasgow, Scotland. With an extensive product portfolio that covers kitchenware, tabletop and bathroom accessories, as well as soft furnishings, decorative accessories, lighting and occasional furniture.Premier’s aim is to provide a complete solution to housewares and home lifestyle retailing needs by offering a comprehensive collection of coordinating products in eye-catching packaging. With a product range so varied we have a customer base to match and are equally comfortable meeting the demands of large multiple retailers as well as those of independent

stores who we supply. Our increasing presence in Europe also means we have a growing number of international customers.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Required:Working in a warehouse environment you will receive goods from deliveries, place goods in storage, assemble and dispatch goods for delivery, process orders for dispatch to customers, operate equipment to perform work requirements and maintain health, safety and security in logistics operations.

Education Requirements: Must be working towards Standard Grade or National Awards in Maths and English.

Aptitudes: You must be literate, numerate, reliable, keen to learn and have good communication skills.

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