Total 109 Junior Executive job vacancies in Aberdeen, AB10 1JQ

Job Purpose:

Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for.

Location: Aberdeen Grammar School, Aberdeen

Duration: Apprenticeship, Full Time

Roles that require PVG Membership

Please note that with effect from 1 April 2023, where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership. This applies only to roles with a full time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above. (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above (currently £30,727 per annum / £15.97 per hour)

The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members, and this cost will be deducted from an employee’s first FULL month’s salary payment.

The purpose of this post is to contribute, as part of a team, to the effective and efficient delivery of a high quality and responsive administrative school support service that will assist in the day-to-day operation of the school and devolved management procedures.
The post holder will require to work with supervision, within a clear framework of accountability. The post holder’s responsibilities will focus on providing support; processing, collating and maintaining information; and assisting others.

The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:

• PVG Membership for Regulated Work with Children and/or Protected Adults Or, a
willingness to obtain prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

The postholder is able to demonstrate:

• Ability to understand and follow instructions
• Ability to work within set out procedures
• Self-motivated team player

About Us

Please see the Job Profile for further details.

Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. For further information, please see our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Recruitment pack.

Flexible Working

We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, or would like further information in relation to reasonable adjustments, please contact AskHR@aberdeencity.gov.uk.

Armed Forces

We are a forces-friendly employer, have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a silver award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners / spouses / families: armedforces@aberdeencity.gov.uk. We are able to answer questions about jobs and our application / selection process, as well as about our employee support provisions.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for who:

• have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 (all jobs)
• looked after young people, those that are in continuing care or are a care leaver up to the age of 29 (all jobs)
• are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
• have done a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for any apprenticeships relevant to the area in which they did their Foundation Apprenticeship
• are New Scots* aged 16-24 and are applying for any apprenticeships

*"New Scots" are defined as refugees and asylum seekers who are in Scottish communities and include those who have been granted refugee status or another form of humanitarian protection, people seeking asylum, those who have been refused asylum, and those whose application has been refused but who remain in Scotland.

Further information can be found at https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/jobs

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Description

Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for.

Location: Aberdeen Grammar School
Duration: Permanent, Term Time Hours: 35hours per week

Roles that require PVG Membership

Please note that with effect from 1 April 2023, where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership. This applies only to roles with a full time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above. (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 12 and above (currently £32,555 per annum / £16.92 per hour)

The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members, and this cost will be deducted from an employee’s first FULL month’s salary payment.

Job Purpose To assist with the provision of administrative and clerical support within secondary schools, financial and administrative duties in accordance with corporate and school procedures. For further information please contact Nicole Kerr on 01224 642299

Requirements

• PVG Membership for Regulated Work with Children and/or Protected Adults Or, a willingness to obtain prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

Responsibilities

• High level of competency in using Microsoft packages.
• Ability to contribute positively to a team, including in a supervisory role where required.

The Individual

See job profile for further information

Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Flexible Working

We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, or would like further information in relation to reasonable adjustments, please contact AskHR@aberdeencity.gov.uk.

Armed Forces

We are a forces-friendly employer, have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a silver award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners / spouses / families: armedforces@aberdeencity.gov.uk. We are able to answer questions about jobs and our application / selection process, as well as about our employee support provisions.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our roles and who:

• have a disability
• are care-experienced and aged 16-29
• are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
• have done a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for any apprenticeships relevant to the area in which they did their Foundation Apprenticeship
• are New Scots aged 16-24 and are applying for any apprenticeships

Further information can be found at https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/jobs

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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

Pay rate: £11.44 per hour

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

Your duties:

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

The ideal Retail Assistant will have:

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

GET CONNECTED

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

CAGLA

Are you ready to kick-start your career in the dynamic world of oil and gas? We're looking for a motivated Office Junior to join one of our fast-paced clients in Portlethan!

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide administrative support across various departments
* Manage office supplies and handle mail distribution
* Assist with data entry, filing, and record-keeping
* Coordinate meetings and help maintain a smooth office flow


What We're Looking For:

* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* Proactive attitude with the ability to multitask
* Good communication and teamwork skills
* Willingness to learn and grow within the company

Benefits:

* Be part of a leading organisation with opportunities for growth
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Work in a collaborative and energetic environment

If you're ready to take the first step in your career, apply today!

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

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) is in the customer service business across food, facilities and uniforms, wherever people work, learn, recover, and play. United by a passion to serve, our more than 247,000 team members deliver experiences that enrich and nourish the lives of millions of people in 19 countries around the world every day.



Your Aramark journey starts here


Are you looking to work in a fun but busy environment as part of a team delivering a service to an array of customers?Are you looking for a challenge on a full time basis?Want to join a cracking team and a business that has opportunities across the UK?If the answer is yes, then read on.We are currently recruiting a Hospitality Assistant to be a part of our fantastic team at Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, AB10 7GJ

What's in it for you

- £11.44 per hour
- Full time
- 35 hours per week, Mainly Monday
- Friday between school hours
- Some evenings and weekends will be required due to events
- Life assurance and pension contributions
- Free meals on shift
- Local transport links
- Generous holiday entitlement which increases in line with service
- Cycle 2 Work scheme and Refer a friend scheme
- MyStaffShop discounts, including weekly savings on your supermarket shop!
- You will also be joining a great team, with fabulous career prospect and could lead to all sorts of opportunities – we LOVE to promote from within!
- As we are passionate about developing our people from within, great training is provided, we do not look for experience, we need a good attitude and the willingness to learn.

What you’ll be doing:

- The focus of job may vary however, it is expected that activities will typically include the following:
- Follows food hygiene and safety procedures in line with health and safety requirements
- Strong organizational skills to manage time and responsibilities effectively
- Prepare food trolleys for hospitality events
- Food and drinks service
- Making coffees
- Perform cleaning tasks
- Provide a friendly, efficient and hygienic service to all customers.
- Undertake relevant training as required

Experience:

- Previous experience in hospitality or a similar role is desirable
- Excellent customer service skills
- A strong eye for detail

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.ukJoin us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables us to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is no small task, which is why the role of Housekeeping Assistant is so important. The variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks you carry out will ensure everyone can enjoy a clean, tidy and welcoming environment. This means you'll have a direct impact on our residents, their visitors and all the staff working to support them. ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Housekeeping Assistant you'll need a caring nature, personable approach and good practical skills. Just as importantly, you should be reliable and keen to use your attention to detail to make a positive difference. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Junior Sales Engineer
Remote or Hybrid

An advanced and specialised engineering company are looking for a sales engineer to join the business.

The nearest offices are in Hampshire or Aberdeen, travelling to these offices and clients around the country will be required, as well as travelling abroad.

The role required extensive travelling, so applicants must be happy to drive long distances and fly to clients of interest.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a qualification within the business or sales sector
• Engineering qualification or working experience is also very important to the business
• Applicants must have off-shore working experience

Some of the role's duties

• Help identify new sales opportunities
• Contribute to sales reports and forecasts
• Efficiently handle post-sales support, liaising with the Aberdeen and Yateley offices.
• Provide technical understanding of products and packages
• Demonstrate understanding in offshore operations
• Engage with CRM software and utilise fully
• Relish in challenging environments, being sales/target driven

Interested?

If you have the relevant experience mentioned above, apply now!

You have the opportunity to join a reputable employer, providing career progression and ares for growth.

Applications are being reviewed and interviews are being help shortly.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to employ an outstanding and passionate individual to join our support staff team.

Do you have –

• a passion for working with children with SEMH needs and a desire to have a positive impact on their learning and overall wellbeing?
• the ability to set high expectations and standards for all children?
• the ability to work in a team and form positive relationships with staff, pupils and parents?
• an ability to identify and remove barriers to learning?
• good organisational and interpersonal skills?
• good literacy and numeracy skills?
• flexibility in your approach and thinking?
• a qualification or previous experience in Supporting Teaching and Learning or SEMH?

If so, then this could be the ideal position for you!

What the school offers its staff

St John’s serves a diverse community and strives to support the needs of all its children and families. We are able to offer a strong system of support and a caring environment to ensure all our staff excel and reach their full potential. A full induction programme is in place for all new members of staff. If you are an inspirational individual who is looking to use your experience and skills then St John’s is the school for you!

Further details about the role

Teaching Assistant

Salary Range: G3 06 – G3 09 (FTE £22,737 - £23,893 pro rata) depending on experience

32.5 hours per week (8.30am – 12.30pm 1.00pm – 3.30pm) these may vary.

One Year Fixed Term Contact - Required as soon as possible

St John the Baptist Primary School (Spalding) are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with SEMH needs.

We are seeking to employ an outstanding and passionate individual to join our support staff team.

Do you have –

• a passion for working with children with SEMH needs and a desire to have a positive impact on their learning and overall wellbeing?
• the ability to set high expectations and standards for all children?
• the ability to work in a team and form positive relationships with staff, pupils and parents?
• an ability to identify and remove barriers to learning?
• good organisational and interpersonal skills?
• good literacy and numeracy skills?
• flexibility in your approach and thinking?
• a qualification or previous experience in Supporting Teaching and Learning or SEMH?

If so, then this could be the ideal position for you!

St John’s serves a diverse community and strives to support the needs of all its children and families. We are able to offer a strong system of support and a caring environment to ensure all our staff excel and reach their full potential. A full induction programme is in place for all new members of staff. If you are an inspirational individual who is looking to use your experience and skills then St John’s is the school for you!

For more information and an application pack, please visit our website at www.st-john.lincs.sch.uk

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged, to arrange an appointment please call Clare Robinson, Headteacher, on (01775) 722644. Applications may be returned by email to:

recruitment@st-john.lincs.sch.uk

Closing date: Friday 1st November (midday)

Interviews: Tuesday 5th November

St John’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check prior to employment.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Role overview

“ Tired of working weekends?, looking for a change in career?.... have you thought of Fenestration??”.... Likely the answer will
be….. “what is Fenestration?”



Fenestration refers to the design, construction and placement of windows and doors in a building. It originates from the Latin
word ‘Fenestra’, which directly translates as ‘window’, and has grown to include to both indoor and outdoor windows, doors,
skylights and any other openings designed to allow light from one space into another.

The UK fenestration industry is worth approximately £4.6 billion annually and Offers over 50 dedicated career paths with
opportunities for progression in all.



Below is your window to a new career….




Stevenswood is a dedicated supplier of PVCu and aluminium windows, doors, glass, conservatories and accessories, catering to both
trade professionals and homeowners. With trade counters throughout the UK, we are part of the Customade Group, one of the UK’s
leading manufacturers and suppliers of fenestration products to retail, trade, and distribution clients.




We now have an exciting opportunity for a Branch Assistant to come on board at our Aberdeen trade counter.



The essence of what we do is to provide excellent service. Utilising good people skills and building solid connections with our
customers, generating accurate quotations and orders using Window Designer software, scheduling deliveries and collections, answer
and resolving any queries as they may arise. Being a team player within a close-knit team, supporting the contact of customers to
introduce Stevenswood’s wider products and services and assisting with general branch operations.





Skills and Experience:

* Product knowledge is desirable but not essential for the right candidate.
* Full Driving License (Advantageous)
* Ability in building strong business relationships and rapport within a trade environment.
* Being a team player and delivering great customer service - finding solutions and thinking on your feet
* Ability to load/unload deliveries which involves an element of heavy lifting
* Self-motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented with a drive to earn bonus.
* Confident IT user - training on Window Designer and IT systems will be provided.




The Rewards:

* A competitive salary with an uncapped bonus scheme
* 5 weeks paid holiday a year plus bank holidays, plus the flexibility to buy or sell 2 days
* 39 hour contract Mon-Fri (Early Finish Friday with no Saturday working, enjoy your weekends!)
* Health Cash Plan
* Retail Discount Scheme
* Life Assurance Cover
* Friends and Family Cashback on the products we manufacture
* Paid Volunteering time
* Company Sick Pay

Job Summary

Robert Gordon University (RGU) – Aberdeen’s university of choice for thousands of staff and students - has a well-established reputation as an innovative and modern workplace, with multiple awards and recognition of our courses and Schools.

A School Engagement Assistant is required to join the Widening Access Department to support the University in delivering its ambition and strategy of widening access to education. You will act as a key part of the widening access team, which has recently undergone extensive review in its strategy, presenting an exciting time and opportunity to join the department.

You will actively engage and deliver our re-developed schools engagement programme and will support the vast range of access and articulation suite of programmes. You will join a small team, and will work to support and deliver wider access programmes ensuring they run smoothly.

The role will be particularly attractive to individuals who enjoy contributing to a variety of projects at any given time, having an opportunity to apply their creativity and ambition to ensure success.

For informal enquiries please contact Connor Anderson, Regional Schools Engagement Manager at c.anderson7@rgu.ac.uk

To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter, detailing your suitability for the role as set out in the person specification below.

This post is subject to the individual being required to join the PVG scheme. For more information, visit: https://www.mygov.scot/pvg-scheme/

Job Description

RESPONSIBLE TO: Regional Schools Engagement Manager

RESPONSIBLE FOR: No supervisory responsibility

PURPOSE OF POST: To assist in the co-ordination and delivery of wider access programmes and assist in the development of the University's links with local partners such as schools and colleges.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• To assist with the co-ordination and delivery of wider access programmes, predominantly focused on secondary school engagement but will be required to assist with articulation programmes at various points throughout the academic year.
• Develop and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships, with good operational links to ensure the successful delivery of projects.
• Assist with the facilitation of meetings with internal and external partners to agree the scope of projects and review progress.
• Co-ordination of orientation and support activities to ensure these are delivered and evaluated successfully.
• Maintaining notes of meetings and project files, ensuring these remain up-to-date.
• Monitoring and tracking students to identify relevant issues and inform future work.
• Delivery of Wider Access programmes and activities, ensuring these are delivered as agreed within the Wider Access strategy.
• Assist the co-ordination and deliver the ACES activities and programmes throughout the academic year, liaising with university stakeholders, school pupils & external key partners to ensure a successful delivery.
• Develop and deliver key resources for workshops and presentations in relation to the ACES programme and the wider schools engagement portfolio of events/workshops.
• Evaluating activities for wider access students, working with other members of the Wider Access Unit team to ensure these are delivered and evaluated successfully.
• Develop positive working relationships with students and school pupils.
• Ensuring programmes run smoothly, with all necessary logistical arrangements made in good time.
• Promotion of opportunities for study and engagement with the University, including via routes such as Degree Link and other Wider Access programmes and initiatives.

Person Specification

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications and Professional Memberships

Degree in relevant subject area or relevant experience

Knowledge and skills

An understanding of higher education

An awareness of the remit of the Wider Access Department

An ability to use standard IT packages (e.g. Word, PowerPoint)

Commitment to the personal development of young people

Ability to create and build positive individual relationships with young people across all secondary school year groups.

Experience

Daily management and co-ordination of projects and events

Setting up meetings and preparing formal notes

Creating and maintaining accurate records

Experience of working with young people

Experience of working as part of a team to deliver success

Experience of delivering presentations

Travel

Travel will be required to discharge duties

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

Experience

Creative experience or practice within a creative field

Other

UK Driving Licence

Behaviours

Behaviour 1 - Service Delivery - Experience of exploring and adapting a service to meet customers’ expectations and also identifying ways of improving standard

Behaviour 2 - Communication - Ability to receive, understand and convey both straightforward information, and information requiring careful explanation, in a clear and accurate manner

Behaviour 3 - Initiative and Problem Solving - Experience of using initiative and creativity to resolve problems, identifying practical and suitable solutions.

Behaviour 4 - Liaison and Networking - Experience of circulating information in an accurate and timely manner and working across team boundaries to build and strengthen working relationships

Do you love to chat and socialise with people? Would you consider yourself as a people person? Are you a good listener who remembers small details? If yes, we would love to hear from you!

Join us as a Customer Assistant in our Aberdeen Club offering a 30 Hour contract which is fully flexible over 7 days.

The Role You’ll Play

As a Customer Assistant you go above and beyond to provide exceptional service to our Customers. You make sure our Customers have an outstanding experience every single time they visit the Club to enhance their overall experience.

Hit the Jackpot with Our Benefits


Help@Hand – a physical and mental wellbeing app for you and your family giving you fast remote access to a GP for advice and more
Thrive App – for your mental wellbeing approved by the NHS
My Eva – an online financial expert to help with any money-related matters
Buzz Brights Apprenticeships including – Customer Service Level 3
Buzz Learning, our digital learning platform with access to 100s of online courses
In-house Training – Fire safety, Food safety 1 & 2, COSHH and more
Access to Trained Mental Health Advocates for advice on your mental wellbeing
4 weeks Annual Leave plus Public Holidays (Prorated accordingly for part time Colleagues)
Staff discount 50% off bingo tickets, food & soft drinks
Refer a Friend Scheme
Pension Scheme


Your Responsibilities as Part of Our Team


Build rapport and relationships with Customers
Be flexible on tasks across all areas of the Club from front of house, book sales, treasury, machines, the bar area and kitchen including, general housekeeping throughout the Club, checking the toilets and ensuring presentation is always to a high standard
Support with other duties as requested by the line manager
Ensuring you create a Safer Gambling Environment for all our Customers and Colleagues across all of our channels; online, in club and live


The Winning Combination We’re Looking For


Experience in delivering first class, personalised customer service in a face-to-face role, preferably in a hospitality, retail or leisure environment
Outstanding communication skills that can be adapted to different situations when necessary
Experience of handling cash and basic numeracy knowledge
You are confident at challenging the way things are done and can make sure all Customers follow our company policies and standards


Applicants must be 18+

Job Purpose:

Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for.

Location: Abbotswell School, Aberdeen

Duration: Fixed Term, Part Time

Aberdeen City Council is currently in discussions with Trade Unions regarding a proposal to move from a standard 37-hour full-time working week to a standard 35-hour full-time working week.   

Please note:  A decision has been reached, in consultation with our Trade Unions, that all new vacancies will be advertised on a maximum of 35 hours per week, and accordingly, new appointments made on a contract of 35 hours per week.

Roles that require PVG Membership

Please note that with effect from 1 April 2023, where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership. This applies only to roles with a full time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above. (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above (currently £30,727 per annum / £15.97 per hour)

The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members, and this cost will be deducted from an employee’s first FULL month’s salary payment.

About the Role:

To help promote effective learning, teaching, personal development and an atmosphere where pupils can achieve to reach their potential under direction and supervision

Fixed term, term time contract

The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:

PVG membership for regulated work with children or, a willingness to obtain prior to a formal offer of employment being made

The postholder is able to demonstrate:

Skills & Experience in:

Proven oral communication, literacy and numeracy skills

Empathy, patience and tolerance and to respond positively to a variety of additional support needs

Establishing positive relationships with others

Understanding of:

Working with children and young people

Being solution focussed

Commitment to:

Relevant approved first aider qualification and keep it up to date with appropriate refresher training

The principles and aims of Aberdeen City Council

Completion of Aberdeen City Council mandatory training courses and role specific training

Keeping skills and knowledge up to date

About Us

Please see the Job Profile for further details.

Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. For further information, please see our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Recruitment pack.

Flexible Working

We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, or would like further information in relation to reasonable adjustments, please contact AskHR@aberdeencity.gov.uk.

Armed Forces

We are a forces-friendly employer, have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a silver award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners / spouses / families: armedforces@aberdeencity.gov.uk. We are able to answer questions about jobs and our application / selection process, as well as about our employee support provisions.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for who:

• have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 (all jobs)
• looked after young people, those that are in continuing care or are a care leaver up to the age of 29 (all jobs)
• are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
• have done a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for any apprenticeships relevant to the area in which they did their Foundation Apprenticeship
• are New Scots* aged 16-24 and are applying for any apprenticeships

*"New Scots" are defined as refugees and asylum seekers who are in Scottish communities and include those who have been granted refugee status or another form of humanitarian protection, people seeking asylum, those who have been refused asylum, and those whose application has been refused but who remain in Scotland.

Further information can be found at https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/jobs

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The Role

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

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

Contracted Hours: 8
Contract Type: Temporary

Pay Rate: £8.10 - £12.00

What You'll Do:

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

It Really Helps if You:

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

What You'll Get:

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

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

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

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

Hours: Weekdays and Weekends - 8 hours a week with opportunity to work more hours.
Salary: £9.45 - £12.70 Per Hour

Why Superdrug?

Passionate about beauty and health? Love talking to customers? Working as a Sales Adviser in one of our stores is fun and no two days are the same. Hard work, yes, but rewarding too, with great benefits and opportunities to progress. A Sales Adviser role is just the start!

Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we aim to have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling!

Here's the exciting bit… A great day includes:

In our Sales Advisers, we look for a positive mindset, people who can support their team to get things done and enjoy getting involved. Your role at Superdrug as one of our Sales Advisers will be all about serving customers where you will deliver excellent service and make sure customers don’t miss out on any of our great Star Buys. You’ll help ensure that the store is well stocked, and a high level of store presentation is maintained and will actively be involved in achieving the store targets. To support your development, you’ll also can be trained in ear and nose piercing to support our fast-growing piercing business in store.

It is a great experience that will prepare you for even bigger challenges. Superdrug Sales Advisers are extremely important to us, we recognise that you are our future Team Leaders. We will actively develop your skills and offer real career progression supported by our excellent in-house training and Apprenticeship qualifications.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Confident and clear communication skills
• Passionate about retail and customer service
• Desire to learn and improve your knowledge/skills
• Willingness to carry out piercing services for our customers (training provided) (Optional)
• Flexible in working hours and adaptable to change

Here’s how you are rewarded

• Up to 28 days holiday
• Up to 30% discount for you and a nominated friend or family member
• Excellent training
• Great sales incentives
• Get instant access to Wagestream. A tool that lets you track your earnings in real-time, access a percentage of your pay as you earn it, learn easy tips for managing your money and save straight from your pay into pots for the future.
• Enhanced company sick pay and pregnancy loss and support

Come and be part of something special!

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