s1jobs, Scotland’s No 1 recruitment platform, is to underline its commitment to job seekers and employers by featuring high volumes of apprentice vacancies for the first time. s1jobs has secured a partnership agreement with QA Apprenticeships, the UK’s leading learning business, which will result in around 150 posts being advertised over the summer months. The partnership, […]
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Once upon a time internships were seen as being for students and young graduates who were looking to make the first step on the career ladder. However, these days everyone can apply for an internship, from school pupils, to people who are established in their field, and even those that want to make a career
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‘Is there anything you’d like to ask me?’ Many interviewers will ask you that just before closing a job interview, and they’ll be expecting you to have some questions prepared. Not having any questions ready creates the impression you’re not particularly interested in the vacancy or haven’t bothered to research your potential employer. This could
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When companies are hiring, they often have a pile of work to do and don’t want to hang around. Some start searching for the ideal employee by interviewing applicants over the phone. This may be quick and convenient for them, but it can be daunting for you. Being unable to see the interviewer and gauge
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No one can foretell the future, unfortunately, which makes choosing a career path particularly difficult. Many in Scotland and the wider UK have always thought university was the way forward, but as the market changes, apprenticeships have come to the forefront in recent years — and they have their takers. But the question remains: which
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Working from home is pretty popular and the reasons for it seem infinite. The financial crisis has forced people to seek alternative ways to make a living…people don’t enjoy working with others …they don’t like having a manager…think they can make more money…they could do with a change…these are just a few. Perhaps you have
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Here at s1jobs, we’re talking to a series of professionals working in different industries to give you an insight into the training required for a variety of roles and what you can expect from day-to-day tasks. We’re kicking things off with the education sector. Name: Susan Clunie Job: Primary School Teacher Employer: Fife Council Location:
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The Scottish tourism industry is set to have a record-breaking year, according to Malcolm Roughead, Chief Executive of VisitScotland. While Scotland has long been seen as a must-visit country by people from all over the world, 2014 is set to be a big year for Scottish tourism, with The Homecoming, the Ryder Cup and the
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With less than 100 days to go until the Commonwealth Games 2014 kick off in Glasgow, preparations are ongoing at Hampden Park, set to form centre-stage for this year’s athletic events. But in fact, the whole of Scotland has been gearing up for this sporting milestone since the bid was won back in 2007, with
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University is no longer just about granting someone a qualification on paper: in today’s competitive market, that degree has to mean something in the wider world of work. Those attending Scotland’s universities in the 2,000s are looking to graduate with practical, employable skills that will see them hired within 6 months of leaving. While they won’t
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