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Temporary Fife Housing Register Assessment Assistant (Internal Applicants Only)
- Fife Council
Area : Dunfermline Closing Date : 30/06/2013 Ref : FIF008093
View Job Summary
Internal Applicants Only
Housing and Neighbourhood Service delivers a range of services to customers across Fife including housing management, sheltered housing and homelessness services. Based in our Fife Housing Register Team in Fife, the Fife Housing Register provides a service to Fife Council and all FHR partners.
You will be part of a small team providing a general supporting role to the Fife Housing Register Partners and across the councils Housing and Neighbourhood Services. Duties include Application assessment, recording and managing information on a daily basis and providing monitoring information as required.
An SVQ in Housing (level 2), or being prepared to work towards achieving this is essential, together with excellent literacy, IT skills, communications skills and the ability to handle difficult situations. You should also have the ability to prioritise and manage workloads on a daily basis. Experience in processing and assessment is required along with a clear understanding of the aims of Fife Housing Register and the allocations process.
Online applications are encouraged, however if you wish to complete a paper application form please ensure that you contact the telephone number stated and a form will be sent to you. Please note that you must complete the application form sent for this specific job otherwise we are unable to accept your application.
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Gardener 5/Gravedigger (Internal Applicants Only)
- Fife Council
Closing Date : 30/06/2013 Ref : FIF008154
View Job SummaryInternal Applicants OnlyBereavement Services is responsible for the provision at a high standard of burial and cremation services within Fife.You will carry out ground maintenance, grave digging and all associated work within the cemeteries in Central Fife.As part of a team you will be required to operate various power tools, plant and equipment of which previous experience would be beneficial although training will be given. Ideally you should have SVQ Level 3 in Amenity Horticulture, NC in Gravedigging or equivalent experience in a cemetery environment.Online applications are encouraged, however if you wish to complete a paper application form please ensure that you contact the telephone number stated and a form will be sent to you. Please note that you must complete the application form sent for this specific job otherwise we are unable to accept your application. -
Temporary Co-ordinator (Internal Applicants Only)
- Fife Council
Area : Glenrothes Closing Date : 28/06/2013 Ref : FIF008176
View Job Summary
The Environment, Enterprise & Communities Resources Service supports the Directorate to achieve it's business objectives by providing a number of functions and is split into 4 portfolios - Finance and Acquisitions, Performance and Communications, People and Business Development & Support.
An opportunity has arisen within the Business Development & Support Portfolio for a Co-ordinator based at Bankhead Central, Glenrothes.
You will provide comprehensive professional support to the Head of Asset & Facilities Management Services and Senior Management Team, to a high quality standard. Provide a customer-orientated approach with the emphasis on excellent customer care and a service which is responsive to customer needs. In addition you will co-ordinate and monitor day to day workloads, ensuring priorities and deadlines are met and that provision of a high standard of support within the Service/Directorate is maintained, resolving timeously any problems and issues which may arise.
You will be educated to SVQ3/HNC or equivalent with moderate relevant experience in a similar environment which will include providing personal support to a senior manager.
Online applications are encouraged, however if you wish to complete a paper application form please ensure that you contact the telephone number stated and a form will be sent to you. Please note that you must complete the application form sent for this specific job otherwise we are unable to accept your application. -
School Support Assistant - Newport Primary School (Internal Applicants Only)
- Fife Council
Area : Newport On Tay Closing Date : 21/06/2013 Ref : FIF008224
View Job Summary
Internal Applicants Only
You will assist the class teacher by undertaking a range of general and clerical tasks including preparing and maintaining classroom materials, supporting activities that contribute to the care and welfare of pupils and assisting pupils.
Before confirming appointment, you will have to become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.
Online applications are encouraged, however if you wish to complete a paper application form please ensure that you contact the telephone number stated and a form will be sent to you. Please note that you must complete the application form sent for this specific job otherwise we are unable to accept your application.
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Learning Support Teacher - St Kenneth's Primary School, Ballingry
- Fife Council
Area : Ballingry Closing Date : 21/06/2013 Ref : FIF008227
View Job SummaryOur vision, in Fife Education Service, is Excellence for All and we believe all children should be encouraged to maximize their potential. We work hard to meet the varying needs of all our learners. The Education Service is the third largest in Scotland providing for over 55,500 children and young people.Before confirming appointment, you will be required to obtain PVG Scheme Membership through Disclosure Scotland.You will be required to name two referees on the application form. However, it is your responsibility to ensure that two open references are submitted from the named referees. These should be forwarded to stkennethsrcps.enquiries@fife.gov.uk no later than 21 June 2013, to ensure your application will be taken into consideration.Please note that you must apply online for this position. If you require to have an application form made available in other formats please email Fc.recruitment@fife.gov.uk -
Teacher of Mathematics - Kirkcaldy High School
- Fife Council
Area : Kirkcaldy Closing Date : 21/06/2013 Ref : FIF008232
View Job SummaryOur vision, in Fife Education Service, is "Excellence for All" and we believe all children should be encouraged to maximize their potential. We work hard to meet the varying needs of all our learners. The Education Service is the third largest in Scotland providing for over 55,500 children and young people.Before confirming appointment, you will be required to obtain PVG Scheme Membership through Disclosure Scotland.You will be required to name two referees on the application form. However, it is your responsibility to ensure that two open references are submitted from the named referees. These should be forwarded to kirkcaldyhs.recruitment@fife.gov.uk no later than 21 June 2013, to ensure your application will be taken into consideration.Please note that you must apply online for this position. If you require to have an application form made available in other formats please email Fc.recruitment@fife.gov.uk -
Teacher of Mathematics - Kirkcaldy High School
- Fife Council
Area : Kirkcaldy Closing Date : 21/06/2013 Ref : FIF008233
View Job SummaryOur vision, in Fife Education Service, is "Excellence for All" and we believe all children should be encouraged to maximize their potential. We work hard to meet the varying needs of all our learners. The Education Service is the third largest in Scotland providing for over 55,500 children and young people.Before confirming appointment, you will be required to obtain PVG Scheme Membership through Disclosure Scotland.You will be required to name two referees on the application form. However, it is your responsibility to ensure that two open references are submitted from the named referees. These should be forwarded to kirkcaldyhs.recruitment@fife.gov.uk no later than 21 June 2013, to ensure your application will be taken into consideration.Please note that you must apply online for this position. If you require to have an application form made available in other formats please email Fc.recruitment@fife.gov.uk -
Caretaker
Area : Kirkcaldy Closing Date : 21/06/2013 Ref : n/a
View Job SummaryCottage Family Centre
Cawdor Crescent
Kirkcaldy
KY2 5NL
Advert for post of: Caretaker
Role
The role of caretaker at the Cottage involves a range of duties including minor building maintenance and health & safety checks, preparing rooms for group activities, a designated cleaning programme and on occasions covering the reception and telephones . You will need to be flexible in the hours that you work which will require to be suitable to the needs of the services delivered at the Cottage; this may at times involve evening work. You will also have, or be able to successfully complete, manual handling training and be physically fit to undertake moving and handling duties. You will have experience of undertaking minor handyman tasks and have good communication and interpersonal skills. You will be expected to have a flexible approach be a good team worker and have the ability to work independently.
You will be required to work a minimum of 16 hours per week but have the flexibility to work additional hours as and when needed.
Service Profile
The Cottage Family Centre was established in 1987. The aim of The Cottage Family Centre is to promote and support the welfare of families with pre-school age children, living in the Kirkcaldy area.
This post will be subject to a Protection of Vulnerable Groups check.
Wages: £6.46 per hour
Closing Date: 21st June 2013
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Learning Centre Assistant/Receptionist
Area : East Area Closing Date : 08/07/2013 Ref : n/a
View Job SummaryLearning Centre Assistant/Receptionist
20 Hours Per Week
Fixed Term to 15 January 2014
£8164 to £9418 per annum
You will provide a reception point and information/enquiry service for students, staff and visitors. You will support student enrolments and issue library resources, maintain collections and provide support to users of the online information resources and computer areas.
With comprehensive experience of working in a busy office environment, preferably in a library or similar environment, you will hold an HNC or equivalent in a relevant discipline, be computer literate (Microsoft Office) and have good typing skills. Accuracy and excellent customer service skills are essential, while cash handling skills are desirable.
For further information and to apply online, visit our website at www.adamsmithjobs.co.uk.
Closing date is Friday 21 June 2013 at noon
Interviews will be held on Monday 8 July 2013
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East Fife Opportunities
Area : East Area Closing Date : 31/12/2013 Ref : n/a
View Job SummaryEast Fife Opportunities
To check out the complete list of current opportunities, visit www.fifevoluntaryaction.org.uk
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31 – 2517 ADMINISTRATION/INTERPRETATION ASSISTANT, Falkland Palace Gardens
Volunteer with IT experience to assist with
basic administration work and to take responsibility for the weekly Interpretation board.
31 – 2474 SUMMER VOLUNTEERS – Craigtoun Park, By St Andrews
Volunteers are urgently needed to help out with a variety of activities in the park including supervising putting, crazy golf, pedal cars and bouncy castle. Full training given on procedures. The park has activities every weekend until the 1st July, every day throughout July & August, then back to weekends for September and October. Amenities will be open from 10:00am - 4:30 pm each day.
31 – 2503 CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERS, Auchtermuchty Common
If you have some time to spare at weekends, why not come and be part of a project that aims to preserve this historical and botanically-important site for future generations? It requires intensive management to allow the flora and fauna to recover and flourish. No experience is necessary and training is provided in health and safety plus the use of tools. Refreshments are also provided. It’s an opportunity to meet like-minded people of all ages and enjoy being out in the fresh air.
31 – 139 VARIOUS VOLUNTEERS ROLES, Castle Furniture Project
Castle is looking for volunteers for various roles including drivers, warehouse volunteers, joiners, upholsterers, admin and also volunteers who are good with engines and upholstery. To get involved in this very successful furniture recycling project please get in touch.
31 – 2948 CHARITY SHOP VOLUNTEERS, Debra Cupar
The Debra charity shops are looking for volunteers in Cupar. Roles include visual merchandising, stock processing, drivers mates and retail cash handling.
31 – 925 PLAYLEADER ASSISTANT - Ladybank Ladybirds
The Group runs 3 mornings per week in Ladybank Church Hall. The playleader assistant would be required from 9.15 - 12.15 to assist the Playleader in setting up the hall for the session's activities. You will then have fun playing with the children ensuring they are safe, polite, sociable as well as learning. At the end of the session you will be expected to interact with the parents and then help the Playleader to tidy up.
31 – 2516 GLASSHOUSE ASSISTANT, Falkland Palace Gardens
To assist in the Victorian glasshouse and tend to plant collection.
30 – 1640 VOLUNTEER HAIRDRESSER, Fife Palliative Care Unit Victoria Hospice
Qualified hairdresser required for a maximum of three hours on a Wednesday. Duties would include: washing, setting and cutting patients’ hair. Friendly team and worthwhile volunteer role - interested?
31 – GARDENER, SUPPORT VOLUNTEERS, Express Group
Express Groups provide a safe space for people experiencing anxiety, depression and other mental health problems to meet, share a meal, activities and outings. The group meets on Monday mornings in St Andrews, Friday afternoons in Cupar and on Thursday mornings a Gardening Club meets to provide a therapeutic environment for members to grow some crops of fruit and veg which can then be cooked for a meal. Come along and share your skills and experience.
31 – 2403 RECREATION PROGRAMME SUPPORT WORKER, Options In Life
Volunteer to help support groups of young adults with disabilities to participate in outings and activities, to promote social inclusion, group activities, sport and exercise and help develop social and life skills. The activities take place in various locations, usually starting from a central meeting point. Out of pocket travel expenses will be reimbursed by Options In Life.
31 – 1499 PET FOSTERERS, Pet Fostering Service Scotland
Are you an animal lover who would like to make a real difference to local pets? PFSS are looking to recruit foster carers to provide a safe temporary home for pets in need.
31 – 1075 FIRST AIDERS, St Andrew’s First Aid
With the busy summer ahead St Andrew’s First Aid wish to boost the number of volunteers on their books. Volunteers are trained to deal with incidents and injuries ranging from cuts and bruises to heart attacks. They provide First Aid cover throughout Fife at events ranging from school days to rugby internationals, local gala days to T in the Park.
31 – 2454 PACKER, East Neuk Foodbank, Anstruther
Volunteers needed to sort and make up food parcels from foodstuffs donated. Volunteers will also be required to help to give out the parcels to those who turn up and are in need of food. Launch date is 2nd April.
31 – 2440 SECRETARY, East Neuk Frail Elderly Project
The secretary's role is an essential part of management meetings. Acting as a scribe gives the opportunity to utilise skills in a fulfilling and rewarding way. Role includes attending bi-monthly management meetings, liaising with chairperson and project officer, preparing agenda, taking minutes and distributing to committee members. Also responsible for maintaining committee minutes and any changes and/or updates on meetings.
31 – 2089/2433 BEFRIENDERS, DRIVERS, WRVS
Befrienders provide informal, occasional help to those having difficulty accessing services e.g. collecting prescriptions, shopping, library books, simple DIY or gardening. Drivers offer help with transport to those unable to access services, use the public transport system or who need additional support
31 – 2459, 2449, 2197, 2194 – VARIOUS OPPORTUNITIES with Macmillan Cancer Support
From fundraising in public places to encouraging others to get involved there’s a great variety of opportunities.
31 – 1895 JUNIOR GROUP VOLUNTEERS, Tayside Institute Community Centre
Volunteers will have the opportunity to be involved in the planning, delivery and evaluation of children’s activities for P6 and P7 aged children.
For more information on these opportunities please contact the Cupar office of Fife Voluntary Action (formerly Volunteer Centre Fife) on 01334 659134, e-mail: innes@fifevoluntaryaction.org.uk
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