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CV

• Cover Letters

  A well written cover letter will get you noticed.  See below for some great tips, templates and more.
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• How To Make An Effective CV File
• Access2Employment Employability Services Page
• UNIVERSAL RULES FOR A SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEW External tool
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• Types of Interviews File
• Following the STAR Model File

Volunteering

• NHS Lothian Volunteering Opportunities Available Page
• NHS LOTHIAN VOLUNTEERING SHOWCASE VIDEO File
• Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian URL

  Voluntary Sector Gateway is committed to providing a gateway into Volunteering for residents of West Lothian. We can help you find the ideal Volunteering opportunity to suit your requirements. 

  Click on the link to find out more about VSG West Lothian and Volunteering Opportunities in your area.
• Voluntary Opportunities in West Lothian Page
• Student Association Volunteer Hub URL
• My World of Work : Information on Volunteering URL

  Up for a fun, challenging new experience? Help others, and your career, by volunteering.
• My World of Work : Search Volunteering Opportunities URL

  Use the search tool to find volunteering opportunities across Scotland.
• My World of Work : Search Volunteering Opportunities (copy) URL

  Use the search tool to find volunteering opportunities across Scotland.
• Volunteer Training Support Assistant Page
• Volunteering documents File
• Edinburgh Children's Hospital Charity - Volunteering Jobs URL

  We are looking for exceptional people to join us. If you have the drive, ambition and expertise to transform the lives of children and families in hospital and healthcare, we want to hear from you!
• Voluntary Service Manager - NHS URL

  You will be responsible for the day to day efficient and effective operational management of the service. Key responsibilities are to identify where volunteers can add value, lead demand led recruitment, train, manage and support volunteers including those making offering irregular support.
• Love Music? Then Be A Gig Buddy! Page
• Answer Project - Meeting the needs of older people in West Lothian Page

Foundation Apprenticeships

• Employability Skills Academy URL
• Applying for an Apprenticeship File

  
  

  Information sheet - for more information contact:

  Freephone: 0800 032 9768, Email: access2employment@westlothian.gov.uk
• West Lothian Council Building Services Trade Apprenticeships Page

  
  

Modern Apprenticeships

• Applying for an Apprenticeship File

  
  

  Information sheet - for more information contact:

  Freephone: 0800 032 9768, Email: access2employment@westlothian.gov.uk
• https://www.apprenticeships.scot/ URL

  Visit apprenticeships.scot to search for a vacancy
• Howies Outdoor Play - Modern Apprenticeship Opportunity Page

  
  
• West Lothian Council Building Services Trade Apprenticeships Page

  
  
• Become an MA URL

  Get a job. Get paid. Get qualified. With over 80 types of Modern Apprenticeship across hundreds of jobs, your career’s about to take off.
• Meet the apprentices URL

  Lots of people are Modern Apprentices in Scotland these days, and in all sorts of industries. You’ll be surprised just how many choose science, technology, engineering and computing.
• Find a vacancy URL

  Once you’ve decided what type of apprenticeship you’d like, it’s much easier to narrow down all the jobs on offer. And because the training is built in to your MA, you don’t need to search around separately for a course.
• Get help URL

  Need help? We’re here for you at every stage.
• Trainee Engineer - Graham Group (Glasgow) Page
• Trainee Engineer - Graham Group (Livingston) Page
• Graham Group - Trainee Site Manager - 2 Positions (Livingston & Glasgow) Page
• The Kidzstop Linlithow - MA Student Required Page

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General Work Opportunities

• Trainee Powder Coater Page
• Showcase Technician Page
• SDS Snippets - Jobs, Info, Apprenticeships and more... Page

  SDS Snippets
  
• Junior Customer Support Accountant File
• HMRC Surge & Rapid Response Customer Service - Edinburgh and other locations UK URL

  
  

  Number of Roles: There are 100 roles which are for locations across the UK  (this number is inclusive across all the locations)

  Start date for the vacancy : 08/06/2022

  Closing Date: 21/06/2022 (11:30 – please be aware that the closing time is 11:30)

  
  
• Part Time Customer Service Advisor - Edinburgh Airport URL
• Fast Park Customer Service Staff - Edinburgh Airport URL
• Customer Service Advisor - Edinburgh Airport URL

  We are looking for Customer Service Advisors to join the Terminal Support team at Edinburgh Airport Services on a 32-hour per week permanent contract. Over the summer period from 27 March to 31 October this contract will temporarily be increased to 42 hours per week.  Overtime may also be available.
• Aviation Security Officer - Edinburgh Airport URL

  We are looking for Aviation Security Officers to join the team at Edinburgh Airport on a 40-hour per week permanent contract.

  Our Security team is dedicated and highly trained and we support thousands of people coming through the airport every day. The team is responsible for keeping all of our passengers and staff safe in the terminal and for their onward journeys. 
• Assistant Technician Page

  For over a decade, Express Micro Science has been leading the way in analytical testing and solutions. We are a Food and Water testing laboratory in Scotland, servicing clients in the Food, Leisure, and Agricultural industries. The company currently employs over 80 staff members; of those 50 are qualified and trained Analysts working between the Microbiology and Chemistry Labs.

   
• McDonald's Overnight Staff Member - Newbridge File

  Apply using the QR code below.
• Centre Host - Car Deal Warehouse URL
• Access to Employability Jobs URL

  Access2Employment Vacancy Bulletin which contains various links to local vacancies across a number of sectors and training opportunities
• Part time bus drivers (trainee and qualified) URL

  Going out on the open road as a bus driver, you'll work on your own initiative and take ownership of your bus on its travels, looking after passenger safety and providing a great customer experience. You'll drive different routes, issue tickets and drop people off at their destinations.  

  As a trainee driver you will earn £10.00 per hour (upon passing driving test this will increase to £11.10 per hour)  As a qualified driver you will earn £11.10 per hour.
• McDonald's - Early Morning Delivery Person - Newbridge, Edinburgh - Full Time URL

  (£10.50 Per Hour Between 3am - 6am)
• McDonald's - Staff Member - Newbridge, Edinburgh URL

  PART TIME (Starting Rate Of Pay £7.50 - £9ph)
• McDonald's Customer Care Assistant - Newbridge, Edinburgh (Flexible Working) URL

  Starting Rate £7.50 - £9 Ph
• McDonald's - Staff Member - Newbridge, Edinburgh URL

  FULL TIME (Starting Rate Of Pay £7.50-£9ph)
• McDonald's - Overnight Staff Member - Newbridge, Edinburgh URL

  (£10.50 Per Hour Between Midnight - 6am)
• Production Operator File

  Bells Food Group (based in Shotts) are looking for temporary Production Operators for a variety of shifts.  Immediate start.

  
  

  Click on the link for further details and how to apply.
• Royal Mail Dalkeith - Sunday Only File

  Currently recruiting for a van driver to work based at the depot in Dalkeith to support Royal Mail on Sundays.

  Successful candidates will be responsible for delivering parcels throughout East Lothian and the Borders.

  The ideal candidate will be flexible and customer focused. You must be able to work alone as well as being part of a team and working with them. Due to the nature of the role, we are looking for candidates that like being outdoors in all weathers whilst maintain a professional and upbeat attitude. Previous use of PDA is advantageous although training will be given.

  
  
• Packing & Production Operators File

  Christmas temp jobs based in Livingston. 

  There is a choice of shift patterns available: -

  Dayshift 6am to 2pm – Monday to Friday - £9.30ph

  Backshift 2pm to 10pm -Monday to Friday - £9.50ph

  Nightshift 10pm to 6am – Sunday to Thursday - £10.20ph

  If you are interested and would like to apply for this vacancy, please contact Lauren by email on Lauren.crossley@bluearrow.com or 01506 412229.

  
  
• Royal Mail Bathgate - Van Driver File

  Currently recruiting for a van driver to work based at the depot in Bathgate to support Royal Mail on Sundays.

  Successful candidates will be responsible for delivering parcels throughout East Lothian and the Borders.

  Full training and health and safety guidance will be given as part of the assignment.

  While working you will also build up holiday pay, be paid weekly and there are other opportunities once this role finishes.

  Successful candidates must be 18 and over, no more than 6 points and be able to complete a basic criminality check before starting the role.

  
  
• Royal Mail Stirling - Sunday Only File

  Currently recruiting for a van driver to work based at the depot in Stirling to support Royal Mail on Sundays.

  Successful candidates will be responsible for delivering parcels throughout East Lothian and the Borders.

  The ideal candidate will be flexible and customer focused. You must be able to work alone as well as being part of a team and working with them. Due to the nature of the role, we are looking for candidates that like being outdoors in all weathers whilst maintain a professional and upbeat attitude. Previous use of PDA is advantageous although training will be given.

  
  
• Customer Service Advisor (Part-time) URL

  As the front line for their customers, the role provides support to their customers at each stage of the sales process. Provide world-class interactions every time to advocate and promote the brand of Blackcircles.com.
  Advisors will be responsible for liaising with customers, suppliers and fitting centres to provide innovative solutions to customer queries and issues.
  
• Production Operative File

  Working in partnership with Youngs Seafood in Livingston we are recruiting a reliable, hardworking Production Operatives. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for an Employer of Choice that offers career progression, training opportunities, full time & part time hours
  
• Rugby Attendants and Cleaners Required File

  Rugby Attendants and Cleaners Required - £10.00 per hour

  We are currently recruiting for attendants and cleaners for upcoming Rugby events at Murrayfield.

  
  

  
  
• Part Time Warehouse Operative File

  We are looking for warehouse operatives to join our team. We encourage the best out of each employee and seek positive, motivated individuals to enhance our existing team. Pick, pack and despatch customer orders, check off and put away deliveries, and maintaining a tidy workspace as well as other various warehouse duties.
• Royal Mail Parcel Sorters Page

  We are currently recruiting for Parcel Sorters for one of the UKs most recognised and loved postal services at their depots in Sighthill and Royal Highland Centre.
• Quality Controller Page
• Packers Page

  Blue Arrow are currently recruiting for a number of Production Packers to work on site at our client’s busy production site based in Livingston.
• Production Team Vacancies - Bathgate File

  Genius Gluten Free Foods are advertising for Production Team members to join their bakery based at Whitehill Industrial Estate in Bathgate.

  Click on the link to view their advert.  

  To enquire and/or to apply, telephone 0131 285 3014 ext 526 or email your CV and a covering letter to recruitment@geniusglutenfree.com.

  You can find further details regarding Genius Foods on their website: Genius UK: Gut Health Foods & Products, Gluten Free Bread (geniusfood.com)

  
  
• Junior Position with Burtons Biscuits - Livingston Bakery URL

  Burtons Biscuits currently have a Junior position that is suited for someone aged 18+ (legally you need to be aged 18 to work on the bakery site).

  They are looking to employ someone locally in an office based, planning role.  This post will be full time, Monday to Friday.  

  This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start a career in the food manufacturing industry.

  Burtons Biscuits are hoping to fill this position quickly, therefore if you are interested please email ben.beveridge@burtonsbiscuits.com as soon as possible to note your interest.  It would be advantageous if you mention you saw the position advertised through West Lothian College.
• Customer Services Consultants - Edinburgh (copy) URL

  
  

  HMRC are currently advertising for Customer Services Consultants to be based in Edinburgh.

  For full job details and how to apply, please click on the link provided.
  

  Closing Date:  Friday 6th August 2021 @ 11.30 am
• HR - Operations Adviser (Cumbernauld) URL

  
  

  HMRC are recruiting for an HR - Operations Adviser; the position is currently based in Cumbernauld and will move to Glasgow when the regional centre is completed.

  For full job details and how to apply, please click on the link provided.
  

  Closing Date:  Saturday 31st July 2021 @ 11.55 pm
• Recruitment Administrator File

  Escape Recruitment Services are advertising (on behalf of a local employer) for a Recruitment Administrator.  Please click on the link for further details of this role.

  This post is funded by the government Kickstart scheme therefore anyone interested has to be currently receiving universal credits and come through the Department of Work and Pensions.

  To note your interest, please contact Mark Mackill either via email or phone as below:
  

  Mark.Mackill@escaperecruitment.com

  07887 570814

  
  
• Junior Office Administrator File

  Escape Recruitment Services are advertising (on behalf of a local employer) for a Junior Office Administrator.  Please click on the link for further details of this role.

  This post is funded by the government Kickstart scheme therefore anyone interested has to be currently receiving universal credits and come through the Department of Work and Pensions.

  To note your interest, please contact Mark Mackill either via email or phone as below:
  

  Mark.Mackill@escaperecruitment.com

  07887 570814

  
  
• Credit Control/Loans Officer Page

  West Lothian Credit Union has a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic individual who will look after Credit Control responsibilities of the credit union and also be our main assessor of member loans.  Reporting to the Senior Administrator, you will be responsible for assessing loans received from members of the credit union against a set loan criteria. Previous experience of assessment is not necessary as full training will be provided. The other main purpose of the job is Credit Control for effective administration of loan repayments and taking remedial action to recover unpaid debts as necessary.
• Modern Apprenticeship: Business Support URL

  Job overview: The Road Transport Industry is a dynamic, business critical sector upon which the UK economy depends. The Road Haulage Association (RHA) is the only UK trade association dedicated solely to the needs of UK road transport operators.
• Cleaner - Clifton Hall School Page

  Evening Cleaner Required for Clifton Hall School (Mon – Fri 16hrs/15.45-19.00)

  £10.90 per hour

  Newbridge/Ratho (Edinburgh)

  
  
• Renewables & Solar Data Worker (paid placement) Page
• Fun Catering Opportunities - events across Scotland Page
• The School Bank - Project Worker Page
• New to Nature - Paid Placements for Nature Lovers Page
• Money Adviser - The Bridge Page
• Just Go! - Fleet Delivery Assistant Page
• Just Go! - Fleet Delivery Assistant (internal) Page
• Test and Assembly Operative - J-Teq Page
• Engineering Technician - J-Teq Page
• PCB Assembly Operative - J-Teq Page
• Inclusion Support Intern - QMU Page
• Support Playworker - The Action Group Page
• Eastfield Centre Development Manager @ The Hub Page
• Customer Support Intern - Edinburgh Airport (Closing 30/3/23) Page
• Finance Intern - Edinburgh Airport (Closing 30/3/23) Page
• Communications Intern - Edinburgh Airport (Closing 30/3/23) Page
• Commercial Management Intern - Edinburgh Airport (Closing 30/3/23) Page

ICT Work Opportunities

• QA Training - Apprenticeships Page

  LOVE ISLAND – TV AD
  

   QA have partnered with ITV to showcase a TV AD during the popular show Love Island. We are keen to attract more young people between the age of 16 – 19 to our apprenticeships across Scotland.

  
  
• IT and Telecoms Trainee File

  Brightridge Technology (based in Livingston) are currently looking to recruit someone who wants to learn and grow within an IT environment.  Full training will be provided on inhouse products.

  For further job details, click on the link provided.
  

  To apply: email charley.walker@brightridge.co.uk

  Brightridge Technology Website: Telecoms IT support company Glasgow Edinburgh 20 years experience (brightridge.co.uk)

  
  

  
  
• Graduate Apprenticeship - Software Developer URL

  Edify, based in Glasgow, are currently recruiting for a Software Developer under their Graduate Apprenticeship programme.  

  The position is being offered remotely, as the majority of staff at Edify work from home full-time.
  

  This full time position would ideally suit someone with some level of experience, eg have recently completed a Modern Apprenticeship or HNC/HND.

  
  

  Click on the link provided for further details and to apply.
• Graduate Apprenticeship - Data Science URL

  Edify, based in Glasgow, are currently recruiting for two developers and computer scientists under their Graduate Apprenticeship programme.  

  They are looking for candidates who have a pre existing understanding of one or more of the above to assist us with our research and development into the area of data science.
  

  • Software Development
  • Data Manipulation and Visualisation
    
  • Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
    
  • Data Security and Ethics
    

  This full time position would ideally suit someone with some level of experience, eg have recently completed a Modern Apprenticeship or HNC/HND.

  
  

  Click on the link provided for further details and to apply.
• Graduate Apprenticeship - Software Developer URL

  EnergySys Ltd, based in Edinburgh, are currently recruiting for a Software Developer under their Graduate Apprenticeship programme.  This full time position would ideally suit someone with some level of experience, eg have recently completed a Modern Apprenticeship or HNC/HND.

  
  

  Click on the link provided for further details and to apply.
• Digital Marketing Intern URL

  Clarus Networks Ltd is looking for an enthusiastic Digital Marketing Intern. In this collaborative, entry-level role, you will get a chance to learn important skills and gain professional experience by working on campaigns with our sales and marketing team. The ideal intern candidate has excellent writing and graphic design skills to produce high-quality, professional content for their websites and social channels. This will include blog articles, graphics and video content. This is a great opportunity for candidates to work on a group of exciting brands in the technology sector.
  
• Trainee IT Support Analyst Page
• Service Desk Analyst URL
• Database Manager Internship - Social Security Scotland Page

Health Care Work Opportunities

• Voluntary Service Manager - NHS URL

  Key responsibilities are to identify where volunteers can add value, lead demand led recruitment, train and manage volunteers to support positive health outcomes for local people. Be responsible for the day to day efficient and effective operational management of volunteer led services.

  To be considered for this role you must have experience of managing volunteers and supporting service users.
• Project Support Officer - NHS URL

  Key responsibilities are to support the operational management of volunteer led services including assessment of referrals, liaison with and support of both services users and volunteers.

  To be considered for this role you must have experience of supporting service users and knowledge of volunteering issues.
• Home Care Assistants Page

  Ion Care and Support Services Ltd are currently recruiting for Full Time Care Assistants with access to their own transport to join their team.
  

  If you are interested in applying, email andrew@Ioncareandsupport.com
• Health & Social Care Roles - Various Full-Time, Part-Time, Bank Positions Page

  
  

  Community Integrated Care are recruiting for various roles based within West Lothian and West Edinburgh.

  
  

  Click on the link for further details.
• Care Assistant URL

  These positions are full time, part time or bank, working either day shifts 7am-2pm back shifts 3pm-10pm or split shifts on a set 2 week rolling rota, working alternate weekends. There is also weekend and alternate weekend positions available. Runs available in Livingston, Bathgare, Broxburn, Armadale, Fauldhouse, Blackburn, Winchburgh.
  
• Autism Community Support Workers - Edge Autism Ltd File

  Full Time and Part-Time Roles Available

  Starting Salary from £18,135.00 pro rata.

  
  
• Edge Autism Jobs Folder

  Within here are all jobs relating to Edge Autism.
• Adult carer - Elm Cottage Care Ltd File

  23.9KB Word 2007 document

  To assist the residents with all aspects of their daily life including but not limited to daily routines as set out within care plans, mealtimes, personal care, and domestic support. Support residents to go on social outings and attend appointments. To have a good understanding of effective communication in a professional manner with residents, colleges and families and other professionals. To support residents to partake in meaningful activities and promote independence.
• Health Care Assistant File
• Staff Nurse File

Engineering Work Opportunities

• Clinical Trials Materials Technician URL

  Assemble laboratory test kits for use by investigators to collect data on clinical trials participants.

  Work performed is in accordance with ICH E6 Guideline for Good Clinical Practice.
• Part Time Kit Builder URL

  Assemble laboratory test kits for use by investigators to collect data on clinical trials participants.

  Work performed is in accordance with ICH E6 Guideline for Good Clinical Practice.
• CAE Operator Page

  Hazid Technologies, the developers and suppliers of game changing solutions for the international process engineering community are expanding their services division in Fife. We are looking for a confident and outgoing individual to support its consultants and customers fulfilling CAD capture and Legacy data conversion to Intelligent systems.
• Trainee Structural Engineer File

  BHC are currently seeking  to recruit a Trainee Estimator to join our Structural Steel estimating team.
• Mechanical Engineer File

  The Mechanical Engineer will liaise with the Production Departments and assist in the efficient and effective day to day running of the manufacturing facility
• Trainee Site Engineer File

  As the GRAHAM business continues to grow and develop, we are looking for an enthusiastic Trainee Site Engineer. The successful candidate will be based on one of our Glasgow project providing support to our Engineers whilst studying on a day release basis.

  
  
• PCB Assembly Operative - J-Teq Page
• Quality Technician - J-Teq Page
• Surface Mount Operative J-Teq Page
• Trainee CAD or Civil Engineering Technician - Nimbus Engineering Consultants Page
• Software Engineering Intern - Edinburgh Airport (Closing Date - 30/03/23) Page
• Engineering Intern - Edinburgh Airport (Closing Date - 30/03/23) Page

Automotive Work Opportunities

Hair and Beauty Work Opportunities

• Spa Therapist (part-time) Page

  
  

  Norton House Health Club within the Spa are currently recruiting for a range of positions, not just for the part time Spa Therapist (16 hours per week) therefore are keen to hear from several interested candidates.  

  To apply or to note your interest, email csimpson@handpicked.co.uk or phone 0131 333 6479

  For further information on the part-time Spa Therapist position, please click on the link provided.

  
  
• Beauty Therapist - Full Time and Part Time File

  Would you like to join one of the best teams of beauty therapists in Edinburgh, work in a wonderful destination spa offering one of the best environments?  Want to continually develop your skills and knowledge and help valued and loyal clients – and work for a Living Wage accredited employer?  
• Just Go! - Front of House Assistants Page

Child Care Work Opportunities

• Care 1 File
• Claylands Nursery - Early Years Positions (Apprentice and Qualified Practitioner roles available) Page
• Support Playworker - The Action Group (Edinburgh & West Lothian) Page
• Early Years Practitioner - Sheephousehill Nursery, Fauldhouse Page
• The Kidzstop Linlithow - Qualified Early Years Practioner Page

Construction Work Opportunities

• Graduate Apprenticeship - Test and Assembly Technician URL

  Celestia UK, based in Currie, are currently recruiting for a Test and Assembly Technician under their Graduate Apprenticeship programme.  

  This full time position would ideally suit someone with some level of experience, eg have recently completed a Modern Apprenticeship or HNC/HND.
  

  
  

  Click on the link provided for further details and to apply.
• BHS Paintshop Labourer URL

  BHC is one of the UK’s leading Structural Steel Fabrication and Construction companies supplying and erecting fabricated steel nationwide within the UK and Ireland. They currently have a vacancy for a Paintshop Labourer. Based in Carnwath, South Lanarkshire.
  
• BHC Paintshop Crane Operator URL

  BHC is one of the UK’s leading Structural Steel Fabrication and Construction companies supplying and erecting fabricated steel nationwide within the UK and Ireland. They currently have vacancies for Paintshop Crane Operators, based in Carnwath, South Lanarkshire

  
  
  
• BHC Paintshop Loading Operative URL

  BHC is one of the UK’s leading Structural Steel Fabrication and Construction companies supplying and erecting fabricated steel nationwide within the UK and Ireland. They currently have vacancies for Paintshop Loading Operative. They are based in Carnwath, South Lanarkshire.
  

Sports and Fitness Work Opportunities

• Fitness Instructor (part-time) Page

  
  

  Norton House Health Club are currently looking for part-time fitness instructor for 8 hours per week

  For further information please, email csimpson@handpicked.co.uk or phone 0131 333 6479

  
  

  
  
• Soccer Academies Coaches and Goalkeeping Coaches - Rangers Football Club URL
• Sales Assistant - Decathlon Page

Hospitality Work Opportunities

• Pizza Chef - Bathgate Page

  Fireaway Pizzeria in Bathgate are currently looking for a full-time Pizza Chef.  Salary: £10-£12 per hour. Click on the link for further details and how to apply.
• Graduate Chef File

  
  

  Based in Motherwell, Regis Coffee Bar and Bistro are currently recruiting for a part-time Graduate Chef.  

  Salary: £9.50 per hour.

  For full job description and how to apply, click on the link.
• Hospitality Team Member File
• Events Supervisor File
• AC Team Member File
• Events Assistant File
• Cafe Waiting Staff - Jupiter Artland Page