The start of the year is infamous for being decidedly downbeat. The weather, the post-festive blues, the depleted bank balance and New Year resolutions broken on the first day of trying, make for glum faces. But despair not! There’s light at the end of the tunnel. Looking ahead, January and February are also officially the […]
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In life timing is everything: it’s all about knowing when to stay and when to go, when to propose, when to place your lottery lucky dip . . . it’s exactly the same when seeking a job. Traditionally, January and February have always been the best months of the year to look for a new
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You’re a rising star and you know it. So why should this be a secret? In the world of accounting it pays not only to maintain your career status but actively encourage progression. It’s true not everyone will have the same zeal and positive attitude as you do – so advocate for yourself and push
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The very best social care professionals know their work is about building relationships with clients and helping them move forward independently. The role requires a strong character: one that embodies empathy, resilience and, very often, a great deal of humour. This is certainly true of Nicki Dunlop. A 32-year-old married mum, originally from Australia, her
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Accountancy changes faster than a Hollyoaks storyline: tax codes, new regulations, digitalisation and upgraded technology can all add plot twists to the day-to-day work of financial professionals. This is also a sector that’s constantly expanding, with many new niches to explore . . . and the good news is becoming a specialist makes you extra-desirable
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“If you choose a career in social care, I guarantee you’ll never be bored again! Regardless of which area you work in, every individual will have different needs and no two days will ever be the same.” This is the promise given by former nurse Mandy Day-Calder, now the managing director of Charles Bloe Training,
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We’re at that time of the year again when many will be in a frantic flurry to finalise accounts for HMRC. But even when face deep in the books, pondering the black and red of financial life, it’s also the perfect time to take stock of your own career in accountancy. You may already be
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Fancy yourself as a Sherlock Holmes or Miss Marple super sleuth? s1jobs could have the perfect career for you! Part detective, part number cruncher, the role of Forensic Accountant is highly specialised. It demands finely tuned analytical skills to investigate who might have to be put on the naughty step because of financial discrepancies, fraud,
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Today s1jobs would like to salute the heroes of our communities: the workers who make our society extra special. And where better to look for a first class service than among postal workers? Come rain or shine, sleet or snow, posties are a dedicated bunch who always make sure we get our Christmas cards –
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Are you looking for a new career before the new decade dawns? Well, your timing is perfect. The demand for seasonal workers peaks right now, with companies seeking to ease the pressure of the festive rush. Wrap up a temporary winter job and this can often lead to a lucrative, long-term position. Show all part-time
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