As always thanks to my colleagues for producing the following information sheets covering oped days, useful websites and infromation for those applying to law, medicine, veterinary medicine and dentistry.
Make sure you check the details on the relevant websites as alterations do occur.
Mick
HE Open Days 2013
Our annual update from the successful candidates at North Berwick High sharing their experiences with the current S4 and S5 students.
Thanks to Maggie and Scott.
Mick
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) owns and manages Edinburgh Zoo and the Highland Wildlife Park. Both parks are premier visitor attractions, offering visitors a fantastic day out. Of equal importance is our excellent international reputation for our conservation and education programmes and we are looking to the future with confidence. We’ve been a charity since our founding in 1909 and maintain a keen commercial edge to ensure we can sustain our excellent reputation. Our mission is to inspire and excite our visitors with the wonder of living animals, and thus to promote the conservation of threatened species and habitats.
More details here
Flying Start is a structured four year programme, aimed exclusively at ambitious school leavers looking to start their career straight after completing their A levels (or equivalent). Not everyone wants to go to university and not all ambitions start at university. Our school leaver programme is a paid alternative to university and has been designed to offer self-motivated school leavers the opportunity to start their career at an early age.
Not only that, it will also offer school leavers the chance to gain practical work experience and acquire a Chartered Institute of Bankers qualification, without incurring student debt. But that’s not all; listed below are some more of its benefits:
· Ability to earn a competitive salary from the start
· Opportunity to develop understanding of banking sector
· Significant boost to school leavers’ employability and long term career prospects
· Enhancement of employment-related skills at an early age
· Fast-track route to management positions
To be eligible for this programme, alongside being numerate, having problem-solving skills and the ability to build strong relationships, school leavers need to have achieved or be predicted to achieve, one of the following:
· Two A-levels at grade C or above (excluding General Studies)
· Scottish Higher at Level 6 or above
· NVQ Level 3 Pass
· BTEC Pass
· Also need GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above. If students are not studying / have not studied Maths or English as part of their A levels, they will need to have a grade B or above for these subjects at GCSE level
Go here for more details
If you have applied to UCAS but are not holding any offers, you may be able to apply through Extra for another choice.
Check out vacancies here
Here at John Lewis, we place our Partners – in other words, our employees – at the heart of all we do. We pride ourselves on providing rewarding, worthwhile careers where people can learn and develop, as part of a dedicated team. So it makes sense to create an Apprenticeship programme where school leavers could do the same.
Through the John Lewis Apprenticeship programme, you’ll have the chance to take the first step towards a wide range of exciting opportunities. Our business is extensive – so when it comes to choosing the direction of your future career, you won’t be short of options.
Wherever you see yourself heading, you’ll be sure we’ll prepare you well. The programme places clear responsibilities on apprentices, encouraging them to learn and to play an active part in our business. Show us you’re ready and we’ll not only support you every step of the way – we’ll also reward you with a share of our success. After all, you’ll be a co-owner in the business, sharing the profits and helping to determine its future. Not bad for someone who’s just left school or college?
Modern Apprenticeship, Seed Analyst, SASA, closing date Tue 28th May 2013
2 x Modern Apprenticeship Opportunities within the Scottish Government Science Advice for Scottish Agriculture (SASA)
SDS are continuing to co-ordinate the Modern Apprentice vacancy application process for the Scottish Government and their Agencies, by working with those eligible individuals currently on the unemployed register, who may be interested in applying for jobs within these organisations.
Attached are job specifications for 2 x Modern Apprentice opportunities situated in the Science Advice for Scottish Agriculture (SASA) department of the Scottish Government. SASA is based in the west side of Edinburgh at Roddinglaw Road, Gogarbank. More information on SASA can be found at their website on SASA (Science & Advice for Scottish Agriculture) | Science & Advice for Scottish Agriculture or (www.sasa.gov.uk).
The 2 x Modern Apprenticeship posts are as follows:
1 x Seed Analyst within the Official Testing Station (OSTS)
1 x Potato Nuclear Stock Assistant within the Potato and Vegetable Crops branch
SASA has arranged a morning and afternoon taxi service for staff commuting by public transport. This taxi service links SASA to the Royal Bank of Scotland headquarters at Gogarburn
which is well served by the city’s bus network.
Please can you alert the relevant teams to this vacancy and ask that they encourage eligible young people to apply (16-24 unemployed). Young people contracted to work less than 16 hrs per week are also eligible.
Can you please ensure that all CVs, along with a short application covering letter are sent to me electronically to emma.scott@sds.co.uk. It would be very helpful if young people could indicate which post they are interested in or indeed both.
Candidates should explain in their CV’s specifically how they meet the competencies indicated in the posts. Candidates should explain in their CVs specifically how they meet the competencies indicated in the post and should include a short covering letter. The specific requirements for the Seed Analyst post are:
Self Management
Team Working
Information Management and Communication
The specific requirements for the Potato Nuclear Stock Assistant are:
Self Awareness
Team Working
Communications and Engagement
Scientific Competency (Secure, maintain and develop relevant technical expertise)
Closing date for all applications is Tuesday 28th May 2013.
This post will provide administrative support to the staff of Revenue Scotland. More information can be found on the Scottish Government website Revenue Scotland
Modern Apprenticeship Administrative Officer, Revenue Scotland
Employer: The Edinburgh Residence, 7 Rothesay Terrace, Edinburgh, EH3 7RY
Job Role/ Title: Room Attendant
Job description:
The Edinburgh Residence is a 5 Star Residence Hotel located in the West End of Edinburgh owned by Hapimag Resorts and Residences UK Ltd. It is a distinguished collection of 29 luxury town house suites; we offer an incomparable level of space and luxury for business and leisure travellers spending time in Edinburgh.
We are currently looking to recruit a person for the role of Room Attendant
Duties:
* Maintains cleaning schedule priorities by following room assignment list; servicing rooms requesting early cleaning first.
* Makes bed by removing and replacing sheets and pillow cases, checking blankets and bedspreads for soiling; replacing soiled items.
* Refreshes bath area by cleaning tub, toilet, and sinks; removing used towels and bathmats; replacing bath linens.
* Replenishes room supplies by restocking toiletries and stationery supplies.
* Cleans floors by washing and vacuuming floors.
* Maintains furnishings by dusting and polishing furniture; cleaning and polishing glass surfaces.
* Maintains room availability by notifying supervisor of room readiness.
* Keeps supplies ready by restocking housekeeping cart at end of shift.
* Maintains safe, secure, and clean work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with security regulations.
Skills/Qualifications:
Dependability, Quality Focus, Customer Service, Customer Focus, Thoroughness, Lifting, Housekeeping, Equipment Maintenance, Independence, Listening, Verbal Communication
You will be required to work 20hrs per week, 5 days out of 7
Rate of pay is £6.19 per hour.
Apply: You can apply for this position by sending in your CV and cover letter to Jan Thomson by replying to this Advert or alternatively by letter to The Edinburgh Residence at the above address.
Closing date: for sending in applications for this position is: 10 May 2013
Date posted: 3 May 2013
Job Role/ Title: McDonald’s Crew, Princes Mall P\T Edinburgh Job ID: 49661C
Job Location: Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh, UK
Employment Type: Part Time
Restaurant: Edinburgh – Princes Mall
Join us and you’ll become part of a crew, or a team, that works together to provide the best quick service, family restaurant experience – by far. If you’ve visited one of our restaurants before, you’ve probably got some idea of what’s involved in working here. But you might not realise the variety and scope of the role. Specific responsibilities that involve serving customers include working behind the counter on the till and being out in the dining areas looking after our customers’ needs.
Requirements:
Quite simply, you’ll be working in our fast moving, high energy environment and we’re looking for a genuine smile plus an ability to connect with customers and make them feel valued.
Attributes:
To join us as a Crew Member you’ll need to be confident in approaching and dealing with diverse groups of people. Friendly, courteous and helpful behaviour will come naturally to you and you’ll work well as part of a team. Effective communication skills such as attentive listening, face-to-face verbal communication and eye contact are a must. You’ll also need to understand the importance of maintaining high standards of quality and service as well as cleanliness. The ability to maintain high energy levels whilst working both efficiently and productively is essential. Finally, your appearance should be smart and clean.
Apply here
Date posted: 3 May 2013