Show all Production/Manufacturing jobs in Scotland When was the last time you did something kind at work? If you’re pausing to think about it, it was far too long ago. We’re not talking about the random acts of kindness that make headlines but the mundane ones: holding a lift door for someone, taking someone’s dirty […]
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Show all Production/Manufacturing jobs in Scotland It’s never been more fashionable to Do-It-Yourself. From Instagram to Pinterest there are apps aplenty to inspire us with quirky ideas for recycling, reusing and upcycling old classics into modern marvels. You can make just about anything with a little bit of patience and the right tools. But instead
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Show all Legal jobs in Scotland Can you remember how old you were when you first appeared in front of a Sheriff? Even with the benefit of a legal degree, a diploma and the experience of working as a young solicitor, that first court appearance is still a test of the nerves. So how would
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Show all Legal jobs in Scotland As your legal eagle eyes will have already spied, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is legislation that comes into force across the European Union on May 25. Its aim is to standardise data protection laws and processing in order to meet the growing requirements of our digital age.
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Show all Hospitality/Catering/Tourism jobs in Scotland Summer is almost with us and businesses across the country are gearing up for the influx of tourists, all eager to sample the best in Scottish hospitality – from hot cuisine and fine whisky to the coolest culture. Demand for skilled catering and hospitality staff is at a peak
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Show all Education/Teaching jobs in Scotland As Scottish students weigh up their further education options, few are probably considering a qualification in The Simpsons or underwater basket weaving. But there is a dazzling array of wacky courses available and education has never been more varied. Students can study just about anything or anywhere – and
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Show all Construction/Trades jobs in Scotland If you’re a dab hand at plastering or a ninja with the nail gun, chances are you’ve thought about transforming those DIY skills into something more concrete – such as a brand new career in construction. After all, wouldn’t it be lovely to earn a great salary for doing
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Show all Construction/Trades jobs in Scotland Paula look out your plumb bob and Sarah don your safety helmet: a new course at New College Lanarkshire’s Motherwell Campus is helping young women get their first qualifications in construction. Sixteen S5 pupils are working towards a National 5 qualification in Construction Crafts as a way of getting
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Show all Call/Contact Centres jobs in Scotland The phone rings. It’s not your pizza delivery but the first step to landing your next job. But before you ask for extra pepperoni, it pays to take a phone interview seriously – it can be the most important part of the job search process. And if you’re
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Show all IT/Telecommunications jobs in Scotland Been knocked back for your dream job in IT? Not sure how to motivate yourself and get back on track? Take inspiration from the giants who failed . . . only to reinvent themselves and ultimately find success. Here are a few of the big names in IT who
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