Summer Work
Last upated: 23/07/2008
These vacancies are listed with most recently added jobs at the top, however all of the employers are still hiring for these positions. For application details, please visit the Job Shop in person with your smart card when we are next open. You will need to be a current student at Newcastle University who is registered with the Job Shop.
NOTE: The Job Shop makes every effort to ensure that all information given is accurate but can take no responsibility for advertisers statements. You are advised to check all details with the employer to ensure that the vacancy is suitable for your needs and circumstances.
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Vacancy 5444 - Entertainments Co-Ordinators - work located in Greece
Job description: To act as an ambassador for a holiday company providing an exceptional 'soft' daytime and evening entertainment programme that is 'opt in' within their Beachplus product programme, whilst supporting the hotel management in meeting and exceeding their customer expectations. Evening entertainment is heavily based around musical performance.
Person specification: They are looking for people who are confident, outgoing and who enjoy lots of social interaction with people in a professional manner. The ideal candidates will be energetic, enthusiastic, creative, and have an enthusiastic approach to all they do. They must be able to work independently as well as part of a team and it is vital that they can play the guitar or keyboard to a high level, perhaps sing, and be comfortable performing in front of a large audience.
Length of contract: July - end of October 2008 Start date: Immediate
Hours of work: 48 hours per week
Rate of pay: £565 - £615 / month, + accommodation, meals on duty, uniform, insurance, return travel.
Closing date: ASAP Location: Greece
Apply by: Calling into the Job shop for the application details when we are next open
Vacancy 5426 – Casual Security Officers
Job description: To perform various security duties on their customer sites that include office, warehouse, manufacturing or retail sites. You must conduct internal and external patrols of the site, meet and greet visitors/employees directing people where necessary, help in emergency or evacuation procedures, check for unauthorised personnel on site and manage paperwork/reports on security related matters.
Person specification: You should be smart and presentable, have a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, the ability to work long shifts, good timekeeping and a willingness to learn new skills. Experience not required, but you must be committed as this job will involve fully funded SIA training, uniform and further on site training.
Hours of work: Various, 12 hour shifts - Days, nights, weekends
Start date: ASAP Contract: Summer, then continuing on casual basis
Rate of pay: £6.00-£6.50 per hour
Closing date: ASAP Location: Newcastle / North East
Apply by: Calling into the Job shop for the application details when we are next open
Vacancy 5425 – 3D Modeller / Artist
Job description: A company based in Middlesbrough requires extra staff to aid in the development of entertainment and educational packages.
Person specification: Experience in Photoshop and 3D Studio Max would be beneficial. Could be a student looking for work over the summer or someone looking for full time employment.
Hours of work: 30-40 hours/week
Start date: ASAP Contract: Summer
Rate of pay: Negotiable dependent upon skills and experience
Closing date: ASAP Location: Middlesbrough
Apply by: Calling into the Job shop for the application details when we are next open
Vacancy 5391 - Sales Trainer
Job description: An Electronic Hardware manufacturer are looking for a Sales Trainer to join their team. You will travel around the Newcastle area raising positive product awareness, managing and building relationships. Roles will include: presenting the company's propositions, objectives, key messages and incentives; direct sales activity in stores; and building effective working relationships with key contacts both in stores and at Field Manager level.
Person specification: You must have a full UK driving licence, held for at least 1 year, a willingness to travel (including overnight stays), a knowledge of the Consumer Electronics market, a good attendance record, be IT literate, self motivated and possess an outgoing, enthusiastic and personable nature. No experience required.
Hours of work: Full time in summer
Start date: Immediate Contract: Summer
Rate of pay: £16,000-£20,000 per annum + bonuses (approx. £8.20- £10.20/hour)
Closing date: 31/07/2008 Location: North East region
Apply by: Calling into the Job shop for the application details when we are next open
Vacancy 5326 - Apple Products Demonstrators
Job description: A Field Marketing company requires Apple Demonstrators to work over the summer demonstrating Apple products to potential customers in retail outlets in and around Newcastle. You will need to be proactive in your approach and have the ability to grab the customer's attention and sell! This job will only be over the summer, but there will be other similar opportunities available throughout the year for those who are interested.
Person specification: Should be confident, sales driven, enthusiastic and a reliable communicator. You should be an Apple enthusiast with outstanding Apple knowledge and previous retail or sales experience. You will need to be smart in appearance. You must have daily internet access for data entry purposes. Having your own transport will be an advantage.
Hours of work: Approx. full time hours - Weekdays & Weekends
Start date: June 2008 Contract: Summer (possibility of continuing)
Rate of pay: £75 per day
Closing date: Mid July 2008 Location: Newcastle areas
Apply by: Calling into the Job shop for the application details when we are next open
Vacancy 5204 - Casual Event Stewards
Job description: Working for various events, you will be enforcing venue regulations, carrying out safety checks, controlling and directing spectators entering and leaving the event, and taking instruction on evacuation procedures. This work is busiest over the summer months, but also carries on during the rest of the year when possible.
Person specification: You must be over 18 years of age, an excellent communicator, reliable, a good timekeeper and attender, and a people person who is a good team player. No experience required.
Hours of work: Various to suit your free time
Start date: May 2008 Contract: Casual/Ongoing
Rate of pay: £5.52/hour on average
Closing date: October 2008 Location: North East - various
Apply by: Calling into the Job shop for the application details when we are next open
Vacancy 5198 - Summer Sports Coaching
Job description: An organisation based in the Newcastle area provides multi sports courses for children aged 5-14 years during their Summer school holidays. They are seeking motivated and dynamic sports coaches to help throughout one or both of these periods. Note that initial recruitment has already been completed, but they are still looking for people to apply to fill in certain gaps.
Person specification: A wide variety of sports coaches are needed. Applicants should have Governing Body Coaching awards and experience of coaching within their chosen sports.
Hours of work: Casual, or 30-40 hours/week during holidays
Start date: Summer 2008 Contract: Seasonal - during holidays only
Rate of pay: Above NMW (will depend upon experience)
Closing date: Summer 2008 Location: Newcastle - Jesmond and Heaton
Apply by: Calling into the Job shop for the application details when we are next open
Vacancy 5188 - Temporary Waiting Staff
Job description: A bespoke catering company based in Newcastle are looking for temporary waiting staff for summer work. You will be working on a number of different events varying from private dinner parties and weddings to large corporate functions. Events will be based in either Newcastle city centre or in Northumberland. Drivers with own cars desired but travel will be provided to events out of the city centre where necessary.
Person specification: They are looking for experienced, professional, well presented waiting staff. Must have some waiting experience, excellent communication and customer care skills. You need to be able to work as part of a team, be reliable and flexible. Staff to provide their own smart black shirt and trousers/skirt. Bistro Aprons will be provided.
Hours of work: Temporary/part time - various
Start date: Ongoing Contract: Ongoing
Rate of pay: £6.00/hour
Closing date: Ongoing Location: Newcastle/Northumberland - various
Apply by: Calling into the Job shop for the application details when we are next open
Vacancy 5187 - Labourer
Job description: Required to erect and dismantle marquees. Days and hours may vary depending on seasonal demand for work.
Person specification: You should be physically fit with a pleasant personality, polite, prepared for hard work and have a sense of humour. Own transport is not essential.
Hours of work: Various depending on work available - max. 20 per week (up to full time in summer/holidays)
Start date: Flexible - Feb/March 2008 onwards Contract: Temporary/Ongoing
Rate of pay: £6.00/hour
Closing date: Ongoing Location: Various throughout region
Apply by: Calling into the Job shop for the application details when we are next open
Vacancy 5183 - Summer Day Camps - Activity Staff, Lifeguards, etc.
Job description: The UK's largest provider of multi activity day camps for children is seeking a variety of staff for this summer. You can choose from a variety of positions to suit your skills and interests. You will have full induction training, and can choose from 4 free training courses which may lead to a nationally recognised qualification. Have a fun and rewarding summer whilst earning money!
Person specification: They are looking for sports students, traineee teachers, qualified lifeguards and other motivated and enthusiastic university students who have a passion for working with children. Accommodation not provided - a limited number of on-site residences available for managers and qualifed lifeguards, sports instructors and teachers.
Hours of work: Full time in summer
Start date: July-August 2008 Contract: 3-6 weeks (depending on location)
Rate of pay: £190-275 per week (depending on age & experience)
Closing date: 28/07/2008 Location: South England - various locations
Apply by: Calling into the Job shop for the application details when we are next open
Vacancy 5152 - Work Abroad in Tenerife
Job description: Do you want a summer of fun? A working holiday abroad in the sun? A job in a party atmosphere of bars and clubs maybe? How would you like to spend time living in Tenerife with thousands of free going party lovers on an island that never sleeps? Work can include bar work, glass collectors, shot girls, restaurant work, sun cream sales or telemarketing.
Person specification: You should be outgoing, reliable and confident. Due to working laws you will need to be at least 18 years of age.
Hours of work: Dependent on job: day 10am-5pm or night 10pm-4am
Start date: Departure dates from 01/04/08 - 19/08/08 Contract: Min. 1 month
Rate of pay: €30-€100 per day depending on job
Closing date: 05/08/2008 Location: Tenerife
Apply by: Calling into the Job shop for the application details when we are next open
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