http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/News/2006/local-government-vacancies.htm Local Government Council Recruitment News Archive of Job Vacancies 2006 -- England. UK Plymouth - UK Business Directory Copyright 1998-2007 plymouthcity.co.uk en-us Sat, 23 Dec 2006 17:00:00 +0100 (PICS-1.1 "http://www.classify.org/safesurf/" l gen true for "http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/" r (SS~~000 1)) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/images/rss-xml-daily-Link-Icon.gif http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/News/2006/local-government-vacancies.htm Local Government Council Recruitment News, including headlines, summaries, links to full stories 12 15 Have you ever wanted to do a job that makes a real difference to people's lives, whilst enjoying good working conditions and competitive pay Use your skills to serve your community and the people of Bristol! Bristol City Council is one of the largest employers in the West Country. We are committed to achieving equal opportunities and we are seeking to attract a workforce that reflects the diverse population of the city - we want to hear from you, whatever your background. Wide range of opportunities and jobs Competitive salary and benefits package Flexible working arrangements A range of jobs to suit all skills and abilities New Deal applicants welcome. (November 29, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/local-government-vacancies.htm#item346 Work is available throughout the UK, with pupils of all age ranges in special schools or in mainstream or independent schools. Some special schools are for pupils with a specific disability, while others are organised according to the severity of learning difficulty. Local authorities run most special schools, while others are run by disability organisations or charities . (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/special-needs-teaching-assistant.htm#item256 Whilst demand for swimming teachers/coaches is high, full-time paid jobs are very scarce. Vacancies are to be found with local authorities, outdoor pursuits centres, holiday camps, private hotels, large sports clubs and sports centres. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/swimming-teacher.htm#item255 Opportunities vary from sport to sport. Professional sports such as football and cricket have traditionally had full-time coaching opportunities, but these have now extended to other areas including horse riding, ice-skating, golf, swimming, tennis, water sports, health and fitness. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/sports-coach.htm#item254 Most people who train as EFL teachers do so as a means of working and living abroad. Many of these jobs are on fixed-term contracts of between nine months and two years. The main employers include: commercial language schools; government departments; voluntary organisations; large companies; and The British Council. Overseas opportunities are good in many countries. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/teachers-english.htm#item253 Most TICs are operated by local authorities, regional/area tourist boards or other local organisations. TICs are either situated in their own individual buildings or in a local authority office, library, museum, independent visitor attraction, port, airport terminal or motorway service area. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/tourist-information-centre-assistant.htm#item252 State and independent schools, and some universities and colleges employ music teachers with teaching qualifications. Armed forces bands usually employ their music teachers from musicians who are already serving officers. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/teacher-music.htm#item251 Most teaching jobs are in state schools. Teachers could also work in: independent schools; pupil referral units; hospitals; or schools run by the armed forces. Part-time or supply teaching is possible. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/teacher-nursery.htm#item250 Most teachers work in state schools. They could also work in: an independent school; a sixth-form college; a City Technology College or City Academy; a pupil referral unit; a hospital; a young offenders institution or secure unit; or a school run by the armed forces. Part-time or supply teaching is possible. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/teacher-secondary-school.htm#item248 Most special educational needs teachers work in mainstream schools. However, over 22,000 teachers work in state special schools in England, Scotland and Wales. Some special schools are for pupils with a specific disability, while others are organised according to the severity of learning difficulty. Local authorities run most special schools, while others are run by organisations such as Barnardos and the Royal National Institute for the Blind. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/teacher-special-educational-needs.htm#item247 You can work as a teaching assistant throughout the UK, in nursery, infant or junior schools, special schools, or in mainstream secondary schools. You could also work in an independent school. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/teaching-assistant.htm#item246 Pool lifeguards are employed by local authorities, leisure centres, private clubs, hotels and holiday centres. There may also be opportunities overseas, in holiday centres and hotels. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/lifeguard-pool.htm#item245 Adult education organisers in England and Wales work for a local education authority, a college of further education or an independently funded community organisation. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/adult-education.htm#item244 There are opportunities in all areas throughout the UK. Employers include local authorities, industry, churches, private clubs, housing associations and companies. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/caretaker.htm#item243 There are usually plenty of vacancies for this type of work.With experience and further training, it may be possible to work towards becoming a chef. On completion of NVQ/SVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation and Cooking or with equivalent experience, promotion may be possible to trainee or commis chef. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/kitchen-assistant.htm#item242 Kitchen porters work in large kitchens in many organisations including hotels, restaurants, colleges and large office blocks. They can work in most parts of the United Kingdom and overseas, particularly in large cities and in holiday areas. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/kitchen-porter.htm#item241 Kitchen supervisors and managers are employed by hotels and restaurants, as well as catering departments of local authorities, in business and industry, education, the health service and the Armed Forces. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/kitchen-supervisor.htm#item240 Lunchtime supervisors are employed at schools all over the country either directly by a headteacher or by the local education authority. Parents, or individuals known to staff at the school, may be asked whether they wish to become supervisors. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/school-lunchtime-supervisor.htm#item239 Nearly every primary school has a full-time or part-time secretary. Some larger schools also have some clerical assistants. A few secretaries share their time between two small schools . (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/school-secretary.htm#item238 Adult education organisers in England and Wales work for a local education authority, a college of further education or an independently funded community organisation. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/adult-education-organiser.htm#item237 There are schools and colleges employing technicians across the country, as well as universities. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/education-technician.htm#item236 In England and Wales EWOs are employed by authorities responsible for delivering education. In Northern Ireland, this responsibility lies with education and library boards. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/education-welfare-officer.htm#item235 Promotion is possible. In old universities this can be to senior lecturer, head of department and head of faculty. In new universities and colleges it can be to senior lecturer and principal lecturer. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/lecturer-higher-education.htm#item234 The Excellence in Cities programme is a government initiative seeking to improve schools through learning support units, city learning centres, learning mentors and other schemes. As part of this initiative all secondary schools should have at least one learning mentor. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/learning-mentor.htm#item233 There are opportunities for librarians throughout the country in all sectors. Although the majority work in public library services but opportunities in the private sector are increasing. Positions are available in further and higher education, government, industry and commerce. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/librarian.htm#item232 Employers include local authority public library services, central government departments, national libraries, universities and other educational establishments. See Employers Organisation for Local Government for links to useful job search sites. Other posts exist in public service industries and corporations; manufacturing and commercial companies; research associations; professional bodies and media companies. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/library-assistant.htm#item231 There may be opportunities to progress from assistant matron to matron, and then to senior matron or a non-teaching post as head of house. School matrons with experience in the UK can apply for jobs in schools abroad. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/school-matron.htm#item230 Schools inspectors are not employed by OFSTED or Estyn but mainly by inspection contractors. Others work for central Government or local authorities. Few inspectors work full-time. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/schools-inspector.htm#item229 In schools, singing teachers work normal school hours, Monday to Friday. Often, teachers divide their time between part-time work in schools and private tuition. They may also teach individual pupils or run rehearsal or music groups after school hours and occasionally at weekends. For performances outside school hours, attendance would be required. (November 25, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/singing-teacher.htm#item228 Career prospects vary according to area and may be limited in areas where few wardens are employed. Progression is based on ability and experience, and traffic wardens may be promoted to senior grades. (November 24, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/traffic-warden.htm#item227 Local authorities and commercial waste management companies throughout the UK employ refuse collection operatives. For further details of local government careers and jobs. (November 24, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/refuse-collector.htm#item226 Local authorities and commercial waste management companies throughout the UK employ refuse collection drivers. For further details of local government careers and jobs. (November 24, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/refuse-collection-driver.htm#item225 There are opportunities to move into related areas of work within local authorities, such as environmental projects officer or environmental co-ordinator. (November 24, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/recycling-officer.htm#item224 The majority of EHOs are employed by local authorities. Some work in the private sector, advising businesses on their legal obligations and helping them to maintain good environmental health standards. They may be known as environmental health consultants. (November 24, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/environmental-health-officer.htm#item223 The majority of town planners are employed by the government and local authorities, although opportunities for work in other areas are increasing. Some large firms such as house-builders, supermarkets and utility companies employ planners to deal with their planning work. Planners also work for environmental and conservation charities. There are opportunities to work abroad. (November 24, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/town-planner.htm#item222 Trading standards officers are employed by local authorities. There are around 1,500 trading standards officers in the UK. There are opportunities to work in private industry in an advisory capacity and you may also set up a consultancy giving specialist advice. (November 24, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/trading-standards-officer.htm#item221 The majority of town planning support staff are employed by local authorities and consultancies. Some large firms such as house-builders, supermarkets and utility companies also employ support staff to assist in their planning departments. (November 24, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/town-planning-support-staff.htm#item220 There are many opportunities for clerical workers in nearly all departments in local government, from building control to education and tourism. Local government bodies employ clerical workers in every part of the UK, in both permanent and temporary positions. (November 24, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/local-government-clerical-worker.htm#item219 There are opportunities for administrators in nearly all departments in local government, from engineering, environmental health and housing, to education, tourism and public relations. (November 24, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/local-government-administrator.htm#item218 Axcis Education Recruitment is a teacher recruitment company that specialises in supply and long-term teaching jobs. If you are a qualified teacher or student teacher looking for a job contact Axcis today. Let us help you find your next teaching job or teaching assistant job, please call 0800 107 9900 to talk to one of our consultants today or register online now....Teachers and teaching assistants placed in permanent positions by Axcis will receive. (November 23, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/local-government-vacancies.htm#item217 Birmingham Grid for Learning Education Vacancies in Birmingham are available online via Birmingham Grid for Learning. These are constantly updated by the Birmingham Schools Recruitment Service, which provides a professional and cost effective service for teaching and non-teaching staff to: Primary schools, through the Primary Pool and Databank; Secondary and Special schools through The Secondary Directory Service. In addition to providing constantly updated details of Newly Qualified and experienced primary and secondary teachers, SRS maintains a register of Graduate and Registered Teacher Programme candidates and has a very wide network of contacts with Teacher Training Colleges. (November 23, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/local-government-graduate-vacancies.htm#item216 Plymouth Council Job Vacancies The following jobs are currently available within Plymouth City Council. If you are interested in any of these jobs, please click on the job title to find out more information about the post and how to apply. You can also apply for these jobs online. CVs will not be accepted. If you have not received a letter calling you for an interview within 4 weeks then unfortunately, on this occasion, you have been unsuccessful. (November 23, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/local-government-vacancies.htm#item215 Exeter City Council Current Vacancies The following jobs are currently available within Exeter City Council. Click on the job title to find out more information about a post and to apply. For further information about the application process and working for Exeter City Council visit the Applicant Information section. The First Stop For Jobs site also lists other public sector jobs in Devon Current Vacancies. (November 23, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/local-government-vacancies.htm#item214 Devon County Council Job Vacancies Our in-house temporary staff agency provides flexible Admin Clerical Secretarial and Finance placements with Devon County Council and other Public Sector Organisations. We are currently looking for TemporaryCasual staff to fill outstanding placements. Search for a job by choosing from one or more of the criteria below or use the advanced search for more detailed options. (November 23, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/local-government-vacancies.htm#item213 Jobs with Birmingham City Council Details of vacancies in all council departments including non-teaching and ancillary posts. The search Current Vacancies link has a very useful Occupation feature - choose between three Education options: Adult, Teaching and Non-teaching. (November 23, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/local-government-vacancies.htm#item212 Jobs with your local City Council details of vacancies in all council departments also lists other public sector jobs more information about the post and how to apply. (November 23, 2006 Article) http://www.plymouthcity.co.uk/recruit/local-government-vacancies.htm#item166