JOB vacancies are becoming more available as York's economy springs back to life with the further easing of lockdown restrictions.

With a steady rise in the number of people claiming Universal Credit in the city - which includes those who are not working or on low incomes and reduced hours - The Press has teamed up with York Jobcentre Plus to highlight the latest opportunities available.

This week's selection of positions being advertised for York range from caring for cats to working as a retail assistant in the new Iceland store in Foss Islands Retail Park, fundraising for a charity and data analysis.

Employers include York Theatre Royal, Aviva, Frankie and Benny’s, M&S and York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation, among others.

The vacancy offers come in the same week as the start of a recruitment drive to fill 19 Cabinet Office jobs in York, and as concerns mount about the shortage of chefs in the city.

The current vacancies and how to apply include:

  • Fundraising Officer for SASH York: Working as part of the fundraising and communications team, the successful candidate will be comfortable securing financial support from the local community, corporates and individuals. They will also be expected to demonstrate their commitment to SASH’s values.

How to apply: Sash UK website jobs section

  • Cat Care Assistant (20 hours per week over 7 days) for Cats Protection, Huntington

Job Description: Full manual driving licence essential. Providing first class care for the cats in our centres you will be responsible for cleaning the sleeping quarters, feeding cats and taking care of specific individual needs. You will respond to enquiries from the general public, advise and educate potential new owners in the care and welfare of their cats.

How to apply: Via Indeed – closing date 27.5.21

  • Server (Full time 35-40 hours per week) at Frankie and Benny’s, Clifton Moor, York - ideally someone with hospitality or retail experience, but the right candidate could be from another profession.

How to apply: Apply via Frankie and Benny’s website careers section.

  • Community Connector (Full time) at York Theatre Royal

Main duties: to make contact, build relationships and deliver theatre-led creative projects with individuals and groups who are under-served in our community. To develop and project manage the theatre’s young artist development programme.

How to apply: York Theatre Royal website. Closing date 21.5.21

  • Cleaners (Various hours / contracts) for Apleona, Designer Outlet York

Are you dedicated to delivering great service and want to join a growing company that looks after its people? Have you got skills and experience in a cleaning role with a customer focused mind-set, if so then we have got the role for you.

How to apply: Apleona jobs website

  • Customer Assistants (Full and Part time – various hours) at Marks and Spencer Vangarde York

Job Description: You already know us for product innovation and uncompromising quality, but we need to keep on surprising our customers with all the ways you can help them. So when it comes to questions on anything in-store, you’ll really know your stuff. And if our customers are not quite sure what they’re after, you’ll impress with your attention and ability to tell them why they need a certain product in their life.

How to apply: M and S jobs website search keyword Vangarde and location York

  • Customer Service Claims Handler 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday between 8am and 6pm, NFU Mutual York

Job Description: The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to customer service with an eagerness to learn. You’ll also need to be empathetic and understanding, with a confident telephone manner and attentive listening skills.

How to apply: On company website

  • Apprentice Digital Marketer for North Yorkshire Business and Education Partnership Ltd Innovation Centre, Innovation Way, York

Job Description: There is a requirement to have five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, or equivalent, (including English, Mathematics and a Science or Technology subject). We are currently looking for a marketing coordinator who will be responsible for our digital marketing and our online image across all digital channels.

How to apply: Find an apprenticeship website closing date 2.6.21

  • Cashier (Permanent part time) for York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation

Job Description: Our work is audited and it is therefore vital that control procedures are followed with accurate records maintained. This role will require a conscientious person with excellent attention to detail and a flare for efficient filing and record keeping.

How to apply: NHS Jobs website closing date 24.5.21

  • Retail Assistants (New store opening) for Iceland, Foss Islands, York

Job Description: As a Retail Assistant you will be instrumental in rolling up your sleeves to keep the store operation running productively and providing our customers with the very best service. Our Retail Assistants enjoy working on a variety of tasks, often having to use your own initiative. Our stores are open 7 days per week, which means we offer a variety of shift patterns but require a high degree of flexibility.

How to apply: Iceland careers website – also looking for Team Leader

  • Data Analyst for Aviva York

Job Description: By utilising your expert knowledge and experience of analysing data, you will support with the creation and production of insight and reporting to support the business in understanding how our customers interact with Aviva digitally and the tracking of digital adoption.

How to apply: Apply through Aviva Careers website.

  • Driver / Valeter Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, alternate Saturdays for Arnold Clark, York

Job Description: Full UK driving licence held for 1 year, high level of attention to detail.

Self-motivation with the ability to work as part of a team. Willingness to participate in training programmes. Valet experience is preferred, but training can be provided for a candidate who demonstrates a high level of enthusiasm and the other required criteria. Arnold Clark also operates a Valet Academy which all new valet staff will attend

How to apply: Arnold Clark careers