M&S in Northern Ireland celebrated the latest group of successful Marks & Start participants, joined by representatives from The Prince’s Trust. Marks & Start is an employability scheme run in partnership with The Prince’s Trust designed to help create a clear, accessible route into work – in retail or elsewhere – for young people who […]
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This new Centra store located on Frosses Road has created 25 new jobs. Centra is bringing enhanced convenience to people travelling from the North Coast with the arrival of its highly anticipated brand-new store and petrol forecourt located outside Cloughmills on the A26, the main road between Coleraine and Ballymena. The bright and contemporary 3,400
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New Lisburn store brings investment and jobs to the City Following an investment of £500K, Pizza Crew is opening a new location in Lisburn which will create 20 new jobs in the area across a range of positions. The new multi-use store, located on Bachelors Walk, Lisburn, will join Pizza Crew’s other locations in Belfast
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Summer jobs aren’t just about earning extra income—they’re valuable learning experiences that can help develop essential skills for future success. Whether it’s communication, problem-solving, or teamwork, your summer job has likely equipped you with invaluable competencies that deserve recognition on your CV. Adela Belin from Writers Per Hour, offers her expertise in navigating the intricacies of
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Leading Design & Build Contractor McAleer & Rushe are partnering with Ulster University to launch their new 2024 Degree Apprenticeship Programme, in time for the new 2024/25 intake year. The new degree apprenticeship programme offers an alternative to the traditional degree route, providing students aged 18 and older the opportunity to gain fully paid employment
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TITANIC Belfast has been certified as a Great Place to Work following an independent employee survey as the world-leading visitor attraction announces that it has welcomed its eight millionth visitor. The certification, which is backed by validated and anonymous feedback from staff, measures employee satisfaction from company culture to business practices and is collected through
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Everyone wants a great job, but that doesn’t mean you should necessarily dive head-first into becoming a doctor. It’s probably not what you think it is. Most people become medical professionals because they want to help people. However, the reality of being a doctor on the ground is different. It’s not always a heroic adventure.Â
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Lucie Snowden may just be 22-years old, but she’s already making a difference to so many lives in her dream career as a social worker. Qualifying as a social worker seven months ago, Lucie currently works in Portadown Health Centre. She is completing her Assessed Year in Employment – mandatory for all practising social workers
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Getting workers to stick with your company can be challenging. Most employees are always looking for a better deal somewhere else. And even if they don’t get it once they finally start working at the new place, the grass often looks greener anyway, pushing them to make the move. Fortunately, there are several ways employers
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Pioneering businesswoman, Rebecca McEvoy is leading the way in how venues in the creative sector can maximise their potential. The West Belfast native, now living in Lisburn created The Switchboard Network, an online booking platform that makes accessing and finding services more efficient. Its main objectives are to support venues in post-covid recovery with venues
Contemporary flexible working practices, and their potential to power productivity and a more inclusive labour market will be the focal point of the Labour Relations Agency’s (LRA) upcoming annual conference. Taking place on the 14 March at Stranmillis College, Flexible Futures 2024 will be delivered in partnership with the Department for the Economy and Timely
ESO, a leading data and software company has announced four new directors and a senior vice president at its Belfast office. The appointments include two new hires and three internal promotions – which will see Russell Beggs take up the role of Senior Vice President (VP) of Engineering – highlighting its commitment to nurturing talent
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In today’s highly competitive job market, job seekers often miss key strategies that could significantly enhance their chances of landing their dream role. With extensive experience in monitoring job market trends, it’s clear that candidates frequently overlook straightforward yet effective approaches. It’s not just about applying for the right jobs; it’s about adopting a strategic
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Recent findings from The Clifton Private Finance Mortgage Pulse Report 2024 shed light on the UK population’s perceived ability to keep up with their mortgage repayments in 2024, as many come off low fixed rates onto new, significantly higher rate deals. The data, collected from more than 350 form submissions on the Clifton Private Finance
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Ulster Bank and Beauhurst’s New Startup Index finds 14,000 new companies set up in Northern Ireland in 2023, a 59% increase on 2022 Belfast records 123% rise in the number of new businesses in 2023 900,000 new companies were incorporated in the UK in 2023, making it a record year for new businesses Northern Ireland
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Commenting on October’s Labour Market Report, released by NISRA this morning, Mark McAllister, Director of Employment Relations Services at the Labour Relations Agency (LRA) says: “Despite a very small increase in the number of workers on the payroll (up 1.9% over the year) the figures are eclipsed by very recent significant job loss announcements and
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Volunteer work is often something people turn their nose up at, not willing to lift a finger unless they’re getting paid. There comes a time when working without pay does become unethical, most companies have anti-slavery policies for a reason, but volunteering to acquire certain skills or to help others less fortunate can be a
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Just because you chose a career at one point in your life, that doesn’t mean you have to stick with it forever. Anything can happen, and anything can change, and it might be that a career that suited you perfectly at one point isn’t what you want or need anymore for all kinds of reasons.Â
To celebrate the recent Apprentice Week 2024 the Northern Ireland Social Care Council are highlighting the availability of all-age apprenticeships in the social care sector. We are encouraging employers in the independent and voluntary sector who want to develop their social care workers and support them to gain qualifications to find out more.  We know
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Two-fifths (40%) of the UK workforce are planning to move jobs in 2024, with one in six already beginning their search as staff look to boost their pay packet. That’s according to the latest Candidate Sentiment Survey statistics produced by specialist recruitment firm Robert Half. While this figure is lower than the 47% planning to
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Asda Dundonald has welcomed Lewis Morrow, a member of Four G Day Opportunity Service, to the store to gain valuable work experience. Four G is a locally based service for young adults with learning difficulties and provides 5-day placements for young adults. Over the years Sharon McBratney, Community Champion at the store, has built a
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An apprentice from Ardboe working at Amazon’s delivery station in Portadown is encouraging others to start an apprenticeship and boost their careers as Amazon announces the expansion of its apprenticeship programme with the addition of 1,000 new positions across the UK in 2024. Amazon offers one of the UK’s top private sector apprenticeship schemes according
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To mark this year’s celebration of National Apprenticeship Week recently, a Carryduff intern and Bangor born intern-turned-employee from Northern Ireland based learning technology company Synergy Learning are sharing their stories. National Apprenticeship Week provides employers and businesses with the opportunity to promote the positive impact apprenticeships and early career programmes make to individuals and businesses
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A new report by Ulster University Economic Policy Centre (UUEPC) comparing and analysing sickness absence across the UK, to better understand the impact for businesses, has found that in 2022, Northern Ireland experienced its highest sickness absence rate since 2015. The findings from the report ‘Sickness Absence. Lessons for Northern Ireland Businesses and Managers’ show that the
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Jet2holidays has revealed that it is providing almost £650,000 of apprenticeship funding to support independent travel agent partners in developing the next generation of talent in their stores and in the travel industry. This funding includes the transfer of almost £500,000 in apprenticeship levy funds to independent travel agents, after a phenomenal response to Jet2holidays’ Appoint an Apprentice scheme.
Danske Bank has reopened applications to its higher-level Apprenticeship programme Danske Futures for 2024 and is looking for twelve new apprentices to join the bank. The programme, which first launched in 2018 in partnership with Ulster University, allows students to study part-time for a degree while securing a permanent role within the bank’s Personal Banking
Gossiping in the workplace can have serious negative impacts on your career, according to new research by Durham University Business School and NEOMA Business School. Not only are gossipers frowned upon by other work colleagues, they also become socially excluded in the company, and can experience negative career-related impacts as a consequence of their storytelling.
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Job hunting takes many forms and means different things to different people. Some people are already in employment but are casually looking for something else. While others may be a little bit more desperate, for them every moment they’re not looking for a job can feel like a waste of time. Those who are in
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When a conflict arises at work many of us would rather just avoid working with the person again than really taking time to find a resolution. As challenging as it often is, dealing with conflict head on will result in a more pleasant work environment for you, the other party and your colleagues whilst also
You mulled over the online application for several days before finally pressing the send button and breathing a huge sigh of relief. The stress and panic are gone and instead you feel anticipation, excitement, will you hear back? And when? Then the phone call comes, you’ve landed an interview and back rush the stress and
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A lack of self-awareness can be a real stumbling block when building a career. Those who lack self-awareness will often find themselves overlooked for promotions and struggling to cement a strong personal brand in their workplace. Becoming more self-aware can be a real challenge for many people, that’s usually because our actions are normally driven
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Selecting a career is one of the most significant decisions you’ll make in your life. It’s a choice that influences not just your professional trajectory but also your personal fulfilment and happiness. In a world brimming with possibilities, making this decision can seem overwhelming, whether you’re a school leaver, a recent graduate, or an experienced
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In the world of work, securing a promotion is often seen as a key milestone, reflecting recognition, progress, and success. But climbing the corporate ladder is rarely straightforward. It’s a blend of timing, skill, tact, and strategy. The journey to a higher position is nuanced, requiring more than just hard work and ambition. For those
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At various stages in our professional lives, we inevitably reach a crossroads, questioning our career choices. This introspection often leads to the crucial question: “Is it time for a change?” A career, unlike a job, is a long journey, and feeling misaligned with your current path can be a source of deep dissatisfaction. However, discerning
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As the deadline for UCAS applications draws nearer, the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (Social Care Council) is continuing its campaign to invite students to consider a career in social work. Patricia Higgins, Chief Executive of the Social Care Council has written this week to over 230 post-primary schools in Northern Ireland encouraging principals and careers teachers
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Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have triumphed once again at the Travel Weekly Globe Awards, scooping an unprecedented four awards. For the eighth consecutive year, Jet2holidays was awarded the Best Short-Haul Operator at an awards ceremony held at JW Marriott Grosvenor House in London. The UK’s largest tour operator was also recognised for its partnership approach to working with independent travel agents by voting Jet2holidays as Best
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Belfast City Airport has announced it is currently accepting applications for its prestigious ‘High Flyers’ Apprenticeship Scheme, providing a unique opportunity for individuals to join the Airport’s fire service. This initiative offers successful applicants the opportunity to gain invaluable on-the-job experience and qualifications in various areas, including aviation firefighting tactics and techniques, LGV advanced driving of
Two in five professionals (39%) have found the recent rise in career-related hashtags – such as #GirlBoss – to be damaging and limiting for young people. The trend – driven by social media – has seen the emergence of short and snappy ‘hashtags’ to describe emerging workplace trends. These have been a combination of seemingly
A recent study by InvestinGoal has identified Armagh in Northern Ireland as a leading county for new finance graduates. This analysis, based on nearly 9,000 finance sector job listings, offers fresh insights into the best regions in the UK for those embarking on a finance career. Armagh, ranking seventh with a score of 71.46 out
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