Assist with data entry and processing bank statement items.
Assist with matching remittances with bank statement items ready for data entry.
Assisting with the identification of other bank receipts and documenting coding details ready for data entry.
Assist with general office support, processing post, scanning, filing, dealing with e-mails.
Take on work in your own right as experience increases (at the discretion of Banking & Income Administrator).
Any other duties as allocated by the line manager following consultation with the post holder.
Training:
You will be expected to be at college on day release and at work the other 4 days.
Training Outcome:
You will be offered a permanent position at the end of your apprenticeship.
Employer Description:The University of Southampton is a founding member of the Russell Group - an organisation of 24 top UK universities committed to maintaining the highest research and teaching standards and creating strong links with business and the public sector.
The School of Biological Sciences focuses its research around 7 themes (Computational & Systems Biology, Developmental Biology, Ecology & Evolution, Microbiology, Molecular & Cellular Biology, Neuroscience and Plants & Food Security). Researchers are at the cutting edge of knowledge, working on solutions to some of today’s toughest challenges. While much of our research begins with concepts at a fundamental level SoBS is passionate about using the findings to make a real impact on the world around us.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.12pm (to be confirmed).Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working....Read more...
Scientific Sales Manager – Drug Discovery Tools
Newton Colmore is working with an exciting biotech company in Cambridge who are looking to hire a Sales Manager to lead the commercialisation of their latest drug discovery tool.
As a Sales Manager in this growing company, you will be utilising your molecular biology or biochemistry expertise and sales acumen to identify and win new customers. This is a pivotal role for the company, and you will be responsible for building a new sales strategy, attending industry events, building new relationships and engaging with key stakeholders.
The company have developed a new desktop tool that aims to speed up and improve drug discovery outcomes with novel technology that is at the intersection of science and engineering.
You will be utilising your scientific commercial experience to interact directly with potential customers and to help them understand more about the technology and how it can improve their discovery capabilities.
To be considered for this exciting role you will need to have the following;
Prior sales experience, ideally within a drug discovery setting.
Biology or Biochemistry academics.
Some knowledge of bioprocessing or protein assays would be ideal.
Be a great communicator and enjoy travelling with work (around 30%).
The company are offering competitive salaries coupled with a strong benefits package as well as excellent growth opportunities in a fast-growing company. They will provide you with all the tools you need to make this role a success. Share options are also available.
The company have created a hierarchy-free environment that fosters innovation and progress, meaning you can make a real difference with your ideas.
This is an opportunity not to be missed so make an application now. For more details speak with Matthew Lowdon, medical devices recruitment specialist at Newton Colmore Consulting on 0121 268 2240.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the medical devices and scientific engineering sectors. We conduct bespoke searches for our clients across the globe. We are continually running searches across R&D so take a look at our open roles on our website.
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Assisting with tree planting, pruning, felling, and maintenance
Learning how to use specialist tools and machinery safely
Supporting experienced arborists on a variety of projects
Understanding tree biology, health, and safety practices
Working outdoors in all weather conditions
What We Are Looking For:
Enthusiastic about working outdoors and with nature
Reliable, hardworking, and eager to learn
Able to travel to either our Cumbria depot
No prior experience needed – just a great attitude!
Training:Arborist Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
Level 2 Certificate in Arboriculture
Functional Skills where required
On-the-job training with experienced professionals
Industry-recognised skills and qualifications
A pathway to a long-term career in arboriculture or environmental services
Training Outcome:
To be confirmed by emloyer
Employer Description:VMS aim to provide a premium service for all green estate vegetation management solutions, wherever situated including related ancillary services.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 07:30 - 17:00Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Physical fitness....Read more...
What You’ll Be Doing
Assisting with tree planting, pruning, felling, and maintenance
Learning how to use specialist tools and machinery safely
Supporting experienced arborists on a variety of projects
Understanding tree biology, health, and safety practices
Working outdoors in all weather conditions
What You’ll Gain
Level 2 Certificate in Arboriculture (fully funded)
On-the-job training with experienced professionals
Industry-recognised skills and qualifications
A pathway to a long-term career in arboriculture or environmental services
What We’re Looking For
Aged 18+ for insurance purposes
Enthusiastic about working outdoors and with nature
Reliable, hardworking, and eager to learn
Able to travel to our Wellingborough site
No prior experience needed – just a great attitude!Training:
Full Level 2 Arborist Apprenticeship
Functional Skills where required
Training Outcome:
Full Level 2 Arborist Apprenticeship
Employer Description:VMS aim to provide a premium service for all green estate vegetation management solutions, wherever situated including related ancillary services.Working Hours :Monday to Friday between 7.30 to 17.00.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Physical fitness....Read more...
Some of your daily duties will include:
Adhere to all Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) standards and risk assessments.
Understand and apply cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) principles in all activities.
Support lab housekeeping and maintenance routines.
Prepare chemicals and reagents for analysis, ensuring correct documentation and labelling.
Develop familiarity with analytical equipment such as balances, pH meters, and dissolution/disintegration baths.
Assist with troubleshooting of basic instrumentation.
Provide timely support and feedback to senior staff and analysts.
Gain working knowledge of site Quality Systems (e.g. LIMS, QUMAS).
Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
Attend and complete all college-based learning, and participate in any future training required by the company.
Training:You will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship with an Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' training provider, CSR Scientific Training, which will include:
Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician
On-the-job competency training
Training will be delivered online with occasional site visits by a vocational skills coach to assess you in the workplace.
Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology.Training Outcome:Upon sucessful completion of the apprenticeship, you may be able to apply for a permanent position.Employer Description:Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) committed to helping people live better, healthier lives. We partner with pharmaceutical, biotech, and consumer health companies to support product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With over 40 global sites and thousands of scientists and technicians, Catalent delivers billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments annually.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 9am - 5pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Biotech Sales Manager – Cambridge
A scale-up biotech company, based in Cambridge, are currently looking for an experienced Sales Manager to help with the commercial growth of the organisation.
They are newly into the commercialisation process, so knowledge of selling biotech products or services will be vital. Ideally, you will have grown markets for new products or services.
You'll have a genuine voice in shaping our commercial strategy, with your ideas directly influencing company growth. As the company grows, your role will likely take on more responsibility. This is an example of where your success will lead to career growth.
High-volume sales are the focus, so building up and following up on sales pipelines will be of paramount importance. Improving processes and implementing automation will help you succeed.
Past biotech experience will help you map the market and identify new potential clients.
We are open to different levels of Sales Managers or Inside Sales Managers for this role, as the attitude and drive will be more important than a specific number of years of experience.
Due to the scientific focus of the role and the people you will be selling to, it is expected that you would hold a degree within a Biotech, Biology, Biochemistry or other subject that leads to a scientific sales career.
It would be highly advantageous if you have specific knowledge of protein assay sciences.
You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, bonuses, share options and other benefits you would expect with a small scale-up organisation.
The role will involve working in the office three or days a week, the other one or two days is likely to be visiting clients.
This is an excellent opportunity, so we encourage early applications.
For more information, please contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and Drug Discovery Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240. Alternatively, submit your application and a member of our team will be in touch. Please note that without a CV, we can only provide limited information.....Read more...
Operates as team member on a variety of customer and internal development projects
Works with other members of the hardware and software teams to develop and validate new automation equipment and labware
Operates CAD system, company data-management system (Agile PLM) and other business IT tools
Conducts tests on equipment and / or labware and evaluates results
Produces documentation, (eg test results reports, design calculations) and records in company’s document management system
Introduces design or process improvements where applicable, eg. assists with the generation of standard templates for calculations and / or reports
Training:Four days in the workplace and one day a week at Warrington & Vale Royal College.
Where applicable, you may also experience business functions outside of Engineering, such as Finance, Customer Service and Sales in order to gain a full understanding of our business.Training Outcome:You will have gained an engineering qualification.Employer Description:Azenta Life Sciences offers a wide range of consumables and instruments for various life science industries, including biobanking, compound management, consumer genomics, synthetic biology, and basic research. Our products, such as 2D-coded sample storage tubes, readers, and sample management systems, support diverse customer applications, from basic research to molecular diagnostics.
We prioritize sample integrity throughout the entire lifecycle, from sample collection and preparation, through PCR analysis to cryopreservation and storage. Our temperature management systems, including workstations, modules, dishes, cryo boxes, and other essential consumables, meet the diverse needs of the life sciences sector.
As an Electrical Engineer Apprentice, you will be a part of our engineering design team. This apprenticeship will offer you hands-on experience and professional development opportunities in a supportive environment. Throughout the duration of the apprenticeship, you will be taught, and put into practice, engineering skills which will be key for an engineering role at Azenta. During which time you will rotate around the engineering teams across our business. You will undertake a series of objective training placements in different departments working on initial design all the way through to manufacture and installation.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5.00pm, with a 30 minute unpaid lunch.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Excellent time management....Read more...
Biotech Inside Sales Manager – Cambridge
A scale-up biotech company, based in Cambridge, are currently looking for an experienced Inside Sales Manager to drive commercial growth through strategic remote selling and lead generation.
They are newly into the commercialisation process, so knowledge of selling biotech products or services will be vital. Ideally, you will have experience building and nurturing sales pipelines remotely for new products or services.
You'll have a genuine voice in shaping our inside sales strategy, with your ideas directly influencing company growth. As the company grows, your role will likely take on more responsibility. This is an example of where your success will lead to career growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage high-volume inside sales activities through phone, email, and virtual meetings
Build, maintain, and follow up on comprehensive sales pipelines using CRM systems
Conduct remote product demonstrations and technical presentations to prospects
Qualify leads and convert them into sales opportunities
Develop and implement inside sales processes and automation tools
Collaborate with field sales team to hand-over qualified opportunities
Map the biotech market to identify new potential clients through research and prospecting
Maintain detailed records of all sales activities and customer interactions
Past biotech experience will help you understand the market landscape and identify new potential clients remotely. Strong communication skills and comfort with virtual selling platforms are essential.
We are open to different levels of Inside Sales Managers for this role, as the attitude, drive, and ability to build relationships remotely will be more important than a specific number of years of experience.
Due to the scientific focus of the role and the people you will be selling to, it is expected that you would hold a degree within a Biotech, Biology, Biochemistry or other subject that leads to a scientific sales career.
It would be highly advantageous if you have specific knowledge of protein assay sciences.
You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, performance-based bonuses, share options and other benefits you would expect with a small scale-up organisation.
This is an excellent opportunity, so we encourage early applications.
For more information, please contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and Drug Discovery Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240. Alternatively, submit your application and a member of our team will be in touch. Please note that without a CV, we can only provide limited information.
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Your key roles and responsibilities will include:
Work safely in the lab, keep the area clean and tidy, and follow safety, environmental, and risk management rules
Help set up and clear away after lab practical classes
Dispose of lab waste properly, following the correct waste management rules
Follow quality procedures to meet required standards
Get ready for lab tasks using the right scientific techniques and methods
Carry out lab tasks by following specific instructions, like Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Use the required lab instruments and equipment correctly, including calibrating them when needed
Produce accurate and reliable data, and keep clear records of all lab work and results
Look at and interpret data, notice if anything needs more investigation, and ask senior staff for help when needed
Share scientific information clearly and use Laboratory Information Management systems properly
Training:You will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship with an Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' training provider, CSR Scientific Training, which will include:
Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician
On-the-job competency training
Theoretical knowledge - BTEC Level 3 Applied Science (if required)
The majority of your learning will be completed online once a week with some face-to-face practical sessions/exams in Birmingham (if BTEC is included).
Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Institute of Physics, Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology.Training Outcome:We will support you with workshops to support you in applying for permanent positions within the university and we hope this will be the start of your long term career journey with us.
We have over 6,000 colleagues and opportunities for you to move into more specialised positions and access further learning.Employer Description:We are the Faculty of Medical Sciences (FMS). We’re one of the UK’s largest and most successful centres for research-led medical education, with a world-class reputation. Our long and proud history has provided a strong foundation for us to grow and innovate. Through this, we revolutionise healthcare, health research and teaching.Working Hours :Monday - Friday. 37 hours per week.
Working hours will be set between 8am and 6pm according to business need; with occasional, optional weekend working in support of outreach and engagement activitiesSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental....Read more...
You will:
Already possess GCSEs at grade 9-6 in maths, English, and Science
Enrol in the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Training Programme
Strive to enhance your skills with the support of our staff
Demonstrate a passion for expanding and supporting learning
Be willing to work both indoors and outdoors to support comprehensive learning
Desire to be an integral part of a dedicated team
Work effectively and autonomously
Listen to and act upon advice, adhering to clear instructions
Positively uphold the values of our centre and contribute to all our activities
Support and exemplify our high standards of conduct
Engage well with parents, guardians, and students aged 3 to 16 years
We offer:
Exceptional support through effective mentoring
A nurturing and ambitious ethos
The chance to work in a unique, diverse, and multicultural environment
Students who are eager, amiable, and passionate about learning, as well as those who require substantial encouragement
A dedicated, unified, and spirited team that is committed to the belief that every child can achieve success
Training:
Teaching Assistant Level 3
Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date
Training Outcome:
Advance your career by training to become a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant while receiving full pay with us
Go on to obtain a Teaching Qualification
Continue your excellent work full-time in a local school
Move into another role with us
Employer Description:We are top providers of specialized Tutoring Services for all ages and Levels in the UK and beyond.
GCSEs SATs 11+ 13+ Exam Preparation; Tailored Tutoring for Reception to KS4 (Years 1 to 12) in Maths, English, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Our services are accessed online or in person at our centre.Working Hours :Exact work hours will be agreed but will be Monday to Friday, between 12 PM and 8.30 PM, with 30 minutes or 1-hour unpaid breaks. Weekend work may occur but will be arranged in advance.
Full time is 30 hours a week. Part time is 20 hours a week.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Patience....Read more...
World-class pathology technologyBe part of a friendly pathology team in a supportive environmentEnjoy a relaxed, family-friendly lifestyle where you can truly achieve work-life balanceWhere you’ll be working You will be working at a leading private pathology provider highly regarded for their scientific leadership and market leading technology. You will be working in South Australia’s most technologically advanced laboratory, featuring world-class pathology and logistics equipment. The lab offers advanced diagnostic services in biochemistry, haematology, histopathology, cytology, microbiology and immunology, genetics/molecular biology, and toxicology specialities. As Consultant Anatomical Pathologist, you will work alongside a team of senior pathologists, including consultants and registrars, across all general Anatomical Pathology specimens. You will provide high-quality diagnostic, consultative, and procedural services while being supported to pursue special interests in accordance with the team profile. You will work in a collegiate lab that is well-supported by excellent scientific staff as well as local and national expert pathologists for specialist advice. You will have opportunities to contribute to various research initiatives and continuous quality improvement programs. A special interest in skin is essential. Where you’ll be living You will be living among one of the country’s most spectacular displays of coastal and inland scenery, right in the heart of South Australia’s capital. This region boasts a relaxed, family-friendly lifestyle in a city setting, offering the best of both worlds and true work/life balance. Here is a gateway to the best of Australian wine regions, stunning peninsulas, dozens of white sand beaches and world-class dining and arts scenes. Residents enjoy a vast range of social ventures including immersive festivals, outdoor experiences, and countless local community events available all year round. The airport is just a very short drive away, offering easy access to daily national and international flights. Salary information Consultant Anatomical Pathologists can expect a competitive salary package in line with the SA Award, plus a range of benefits and incentives. Requirements Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA). About us Elective Recruitment is a person-centred recruitment consultancy. Your career progression is just as important to us as your well-being and work-life balance. We are not just another recruitment company; we do things our way and we consult. We have a very clear vision: create great careers, better lifestyles, and add value - and we won’t stop until this is achieved. For access to Consultant Anatomical Pathologist jobs in Australia join our network today. For a confidential discussion contact the Elective Recruitment Team at +61 2 9137 4300, or apply now!....Read more...
Process improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements within the ART through data analysis, focusing on increasing efficiency, reducing waste, and delivering higher value to the business. Create process models, diagrams and flowcharts to represent current and future state processes.
Requirements gathering: Collaborating with stakeholders to analyse and document business requirements and user stories to ensure alignment with business objectives and strategic goals. Ensure we have captured the desired business outcome and the key performance indicators that tell us what good looks like. Convert business needs and requirements into detailed user stories, ensuring they are well-defined, prioritised, and include acceptance criteria. Collaborate with Product Owners to maintain a well-groomed product backlog. Coordination and communication between business users, members from their own team and enabling teams throughout the development process.
Data analysis: Analyse data using Lean Six Sigma methodologies to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can inform business decisions. Follow trends to ensure that the value stream makes continuous improvement and adds value to the business.
Support of Agile ways of working: Contributing to the continuous improvement of Agile processes and methodologies within the team or organisation. Actively participate in PI Planning sessions, helping to define features, clarify requirements and ensure that user stories are properly estimated and aligned with the program’s objectives.
Training:Why choose our Business Analyst Level 4 apprenticeship?
Our Business Analyst Level 4 apprenticeship develops learners to investigate information systems solutions and gain the know-how to improve operational efficiency for your organisation. The principles of data analytics are being applied across just about every industry. Using past-event data, business analysts are making important insight-based business decisions and driving customer value across every team and function, including operations, finance, sales and marketing.
QA’s Business Analyst Level 4 apprenticeship programme enables the apprentice to:
Become a change professional who helps organisations deliver business and digital change successfully.
Regularly investigate and analyse solutions to ensure the right one is chosen.
Experience a flexible learning journey using a blend of learning methodologies, including online learning, practical exercises, video content, coaching and workshops.
Tools and technologies learned: Apprentices will learn to use Unified Modeling Language (UML), Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN), Data Modelling, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), SWOT & PESTLE.Training Outcome:90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average.Employer Description:Genus PLC is a world-leading animal genetics company. At the forefront of innovation in gene-editing, advanced reproductive biology, and other breakthrough breeding technologies, their R&D advances an agricultural practice thousands of years old – animal breeding. Their goal is to ensure the global food system continues to nurture healthy, productive animals that yield affordable, high-quality proteins for a sustainable future. They believe a more sustainable food system starts with better breeding and genetics.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, shifts between 8am - 5:30pm (e.g. 8am - 4pm or 9:30am - 5:30pm). This is a hybrid role.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills....Read more...
Support the adoption of collaboration and productivity tools by providing clear guidance, templates, and examples of good practice
Create and maintain engaging digital content such as quick-start guides, tips, short videos, and support articles in line with company design guidelines
Deliver communications, updates, and newsletters that promote awareness of platform changes, new features, and successful use cases
Work with the team to gather feedback on tool usage and user experience to identify areas for improvement and help inform the roadmap
Contribute to internal campaigns and engagement activities that promote digital confidence and collaborative working
Help design and curate shared workspaces, templates, and dashboards that support effective day-to-day collaboration
Monitor platform engagement and digital habits to identify opportunities to enhance productivity and tool integration
Work closely with stakeholders across IT, L&D and business functions to align digital ways of working with broader organisational goals
Stay up to date with Microsoft 365 updates, AI tools like Copilot, and emerging technologies that can support continuous improvement
Promote the responsible and effective use of AI tools to enhance collaboration, automate routine tasks, and improve content creation
Identify and share practical use cases for generative AI across different teams to support smarter working and innovation
Support colleagues in understanding when and how to use AI tools effectively, with consideration for data privacy and digital professionalism
Training:Why choose AI & Digital Support?
This programme brings together AI, Microsoft Copilot and broader digital skills to provide support and advice to users across a wide range of business software and Generative AI applications, enhancing digital transformation and increasing AI literacy across your organisation.
Accelerate AI adoption
Streamline productivity
Champion innovation
The AI & Digital Support programme integrates live and online workshops with self-paced learning, employing a guided discovery approach for individual learner contexts.
Learners are assigned a Digital Learning Consultant (DLC) for personalised coaching and support. These specialists ensure their successful progress, well-being, and readiness for assessments.
Apprentices will learn to use a variety of tools and technologies, including:
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Copilot
SaaS (Software as a Service) applications
Training Outcome:90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average.Employer Description:Genus PLC is a world-leading animal genetics company. At the forefront of innovation in gene-editing, advanced reproductive biology, and other breakthrough breeding technologies, their R&D advances an agricultural practice thousands of years old – animal breeding. Their goal is to ensure the global food system continues to nurture healthy, productive animals that yield affordable, high-quality proteins for a sustainable future. They believe a more sustainable food system starts with better breeding and genetics.
They now have an opportunity for you to become a hands-on member of their global IT service desk, delivering high quality customer focused IT support during EMEA hours.Working Hours :Hybrid working, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 8am - 5:30pm (e.g. 8am - 4pm or 9:30m - 5:30pm) with 30 minutes lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills....Read more...
Your main responsibilities will include:
Support the Science Technician and Department
Prepare resources and assemble apparatus
Prepare and provide equipment and resources for lessons, ensuring teaching areas and equipment are well maintained and organised
Assist the Head of Science in maintaining an up-to-date inventory for the departments equipment and manage this effectively to ensure all equipment is ready and available to use
Construct and modify apparatus
Give technical and health & safety advice to teachers, technicians and students
Carry out risk assessments for technician activities with the Head of Science
Assist in practical classes and carry out demonstrations, providing appropriate advice
Keep up to date with health & safety requirements and with developments in practical science e.g. attending courses and reading publications
Disposal of waste materials
Check fume cupboards, pressure vessels and first-aid kits; carrying out electrical and other safety checks; etc.
Organise, store and check the condition of chemicals and equipment
Attend department meetings
Set up and care for plant and animal collections
Prepare standard solutions, purify chemicals, treat waste
Check stock, prepare orders and keep stock records
Maintain resources
Collect, check and return equipment to stores
General laboratory cleaning of bench surfaces sinks and fixed equipment, general cleaning and repair of equipment
Support in other departments as and when requested to
Support with displays
Preparation of materials and visual resources for lessons
Training:You will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship with an Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' training provider, CSR Scientific Training, which will include:
Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician
On-the-job competency training
Theoretical knowledge - BTEC Level 3 Applied Science (if required)
The majority of your learning will be completed online once a week with some face-to-face practical sessions/exams in Birmingham (if BTEC is included).
Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Institute of Physics, Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology.Training Outcome:Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity to apply for a permanent position.Employer Description:The Diocese of Coventry Multi Academy Trust was incorporated in 2013 and is one of over 2,500 Multi Academy Trusts in England. The trust is now home to twenty-two academies spread across the Diocese of Coventry. This scale makes us one of the 100 largest Multi Academy Trusts in the country.
Our vision, “together, pursuing life in all its fullness”, is based on John 10:10 and reflects the Church of England’s vision for education. You will see this come to life in all of our academies every day. We offer a vision of human flourishing for all, one that embraces excellence and academic rigour, but sets them in a wider framework. We offer opportunities for children to realise their God given potential and flourish.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.30pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
Process Technologist - Water and Effluent Treatment Specialist
Location: Birmingham
Contract Type: Permanent
- Join a global leader who is making a real difference
- Become the site specialist for all water and effluent-related activities
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including private medical cover and company pension
- Opportunities for continuous development and skill enhancement in a flexible, innovative environment
Our client, a global industry leader with a focus on the circular economy, is seeking a Process Technologist to join their team in Birmingham. This company offers an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to make a significant impact in the field of water and effluent treatment.
Position Overview
The Process Technologist will play a crucial role in ensuring the site remains at the forefront of water and effluent-related technologies. This position is accountable for the safety and environmental performance of water and effluent systems, overseeing day-to-day activities for incoming water and effluent treatment, chemical ordering, and maintenance. The successful candidate will work closely with Production Superintendents and Shift Managers to ensure quality, cost control, and site compliance.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the incoming water and effluent treatment plant operate effectively and safely
- Test, report, analyse, and propose actions on water treatment processes
- Ensure biogas scrubbers are working efficiently and coordinate anaerobic sludge transactions and testing
- Support production operations by testing, monitoring, and reporting stock and water consistencies
- Maintain, calibrate, and operate the effluent sampler, and inspect the flume for MCerts compliance
- Report water and effluent efficiency, organise and manage sampling regimes, and be aware of chemical ordering and stock levels
- Support WTP operations remotely, arrange maintenance/calibration work, and oversee contractors
- Assist with data analysis, create/update documentation, and liaise closely with colleagues
Requirements
- BSc in engineering or a technical field (i.e., chemistry, biology)
- Knowledge of water treatment and anaerobic digestion processes
- Experience with trade effluent contract management and plant control
- Proficiency in laboratory skills, including the ability to perform test suites for WTP and process samples
- Strong Excel skills for report production and data analysis
- Excellent verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with all interested parties
- Flexibility to learn, embrace change, and support operations as per availability allowance / being part of an on-call Rota
- Ability to work within a team and make decisions independently
Company Overview
As one of the sites within the company's UK division, this site benefits from global resources while maintaining the agile characteristics of a smaller business, fostering an open environment where innovative ideas are readily received and responses are rapid.
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Private medical cover
- Company pension (6% employer contribution and a minimum of 3% employee)
- Opportunities for continuous development and skill enhancement
Working within a team of four, you'll collaborate closely to achieve the best results in a flexible environment that encourages continuous improvement and a commitment to developing its processes and people. This company prioritises health and safety, expecting employees to adapt to changing technology and practices while maintaining good housekeeping.
At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications, skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a "clean" copy in Word. Thank you.
KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR - Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd Keep in touch with us online for job alerts, industry updates and market...
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Join us at the world-leading CRUK Cambridge Institute. We’re a unique department of the University of Cambridge, core funded by Cancer Research UK’s charitable activities, and we’re eagerly searching for our new Procurement Apprentice.
Procurement at the CRUK Cambridge Institute is a small team passionate about delivering value for money and promoting sustainable practices. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of purchasing processes, providing timely, accurate and professional support to key stakeholders.
The role includes completing the Level 3 Procurement Apprenticeship qualification using the skills and knowledge that you will have built up to complete your projects and assignments.
The post holder will support the procurement team by ensuring high quality administrative support within a range of areas:
Supporting a wide range of purchasing activities such as reviewing and approving purchase requisitions with “low value/risk contracts”, purchase order amendments and cancellations.
Onboarding new suppliers on behalf of the wider team.
Email management within the team by creating and managing folders by supplier, topic, colour code for priority or follow up, archiving old emails, using templates or standard responses for related questions.
Order expediting by tracking deliveries, responding to internal queries about order status and resolving any delays or changes in order status.
Understanding of the University Financial regulations with reference to purchasing, internal policies and procedures, to educate the wider team and adopt commercial best practice.
Collating relevant information and accurate statistical data as required for reporting.
Provide first line response to purchasing-related queries and support contract and supplier management activity across a range of commercial areas.
Building excellent working relationships with peers, colleagues and suppliers.
Training:
The learner will be studying the Procurement and Supply Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
Day release to West Suffolk College.
Training Outcome:You would be well placed to apply for entry level Procurement posts, particularly within the University and other academic/ research environments. There is no guarantee of a position at the end of the apprenticeship as it would depend on vacancies/ business need, but it has happened in the past.Employer Description:The School of Clinical Medicine currently employs nearly 3,000 people, spanning all varieties of staff type from Academic Professors to administrative support.
The School aims to provide leadership in education, discovery and healthcare. It will achieve this through; inspirational teaching and training, outstanding basic and clinical research and integration of these to improve medical practice for both individual patients and the population.
The School will:
Through inspirational teaching and training, educate individuals who:
will become exceptional doctors or biomedical scientists
combine a depth of scientific understanding with outstanding clinical and communication skills demonstrate a caring, compassionate and professional approach to patients and the public and
are equipped to become future international leaders of their profession.
Through its commitment to the pursuit of excellence, support scientists of international standing in basic and clinical research aiming to:
understand fundamental biology and thereby the mechanisms underlying disease integrate basic and clinical research
apply a rigorous mechanism-based approach to clinical problems and
innovate to solve the health challenges of our society.
Working Hours :Monday-Friday (9am-5pm)Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Initiative,Organisation skills,Logical,Team working,Customer care skills,Attention to detail....Read more...
Day-to-day duties include:
Laboratory housekeeping; including cleaning/disinfecting, making up stock solutions, stock checking and equipment maintenance
Calibration of key instrumentation for use in both laboratories and field course studies
Preparation of solutions, samples and standards for instrumental analysis and experimentation
Writing risk assessments, COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) assessments and SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)
Working alongside experienced Research Technicians such as those in the prestigious National Graphene Institute (NGI)
Working with Teaching Technicians to prepare reagents, equipment, consumables, and other resources for undergraduate/postgraduate practical classes, including the
Molecular biology, PCR, and gel documentation
Fluorescence microscopy & live cell imaging
Total organic carbon (TOC) testing and spectrophotometry
High-resolution X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis
High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) & gas chromatography
Matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionisation (MALDI)
DNA sequencing to identify and characterise microorganisms
Mass spectrometry and other spectrophotometric techniques
Training:To start, we offer a unique 5-year programme filled to the brim with a wide range of technical training across a multitude of skills such as chemical analysis, material science investigation and applications, research techniques, bacterial identification techniques, aseptic techniques, microscopy, and much more.
This training will be underpinned by in-house and external courses such as pipette, centrifuge, cryogenics, COSHH, IOSH training and the list continues. All these skills will be applied to cutting-edge equipment and technology, making this the apprenticeship to beat.
Initial training is deliberately broad to teach a wide range of technical competencies allowing you time to learn and discover the variety of careers within an everchanging scientific environment.
You will spend a mixture of time working alongside a day/block release course to gain the technical skills required to carry out your duties as a Laboratory Scientist. We will provide you with all the necessary tools and equipment, uniform, and robust training to make this the apprenticeship of your choice. Training Outcome:Upon completion of the apprenticeship in 5 years’ time, you will have a portfolio of key science and engineering skills and a wealth of varied, relevant experience.
Most apprentices are successful in securing a role with the university or choose to continue their academic studies. Opportunities to progress onto a higher apprenticeship or degree apprenticeship exist for high-performing candidates upon completion of their first apprenticeship with us.
Whilst we cannot guarantee a permanent position at the University of Manchester, we endeavour to match apprentices with appropriate vacancies and support them through the entire application process.Employer Description:One of the world’s leading universities built on research and teaching practices, coupled with one of the most respected apprenticeship programmes in the UK. Our programme builds its success’s year-on-year and continues to develop, matching the needs of the university and our community. We are proud of our strong reputation, supporting each of our apprentices with individualised training, specialised projects, and targeted development to build a future career at the cutting edge of technology.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm.(Variable times to suit workplace requirements). 1 hour for lunch.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Strong work ethic,Desire to progress,Passion for Science....Read more...
Fugro’s Benthic team is seeking an enthusiastic Laboratory Technician to join their specialist marine biology group at Trafalgar Wharf, Portchester. Working at the forefront of marine site characterisation, you will help extract and identify species from seabed and marine substrates across the globe, contributing to environmental insights that enable clients to understand the impact of their developments on coastal and marine ecosystems. This role offers a chance to be part of a dynamic, purpose-driven team making tangible contributions to global marine science from a unique waterside location.
Your role and responsibilities:
Support Benthic analysis and other onsite labs (sediment and water quality).
Process marine sediment samples from worldwide locations.
Tasks: receipt, preparation, faunal extraction, biomass, housekeeping, equipment checks.
Test marine sediment and water samples.
Conduct water quality sampling in Hampshire, West Sussex at local schools, leisure centres, and onboard cruise ships.
Receive and log samples.
Prepare, sieve, sort, and biomass macrofauna samples.
Housekeeping, recycling, disposal of residues.
Sample storage and logistics, requiring manual handling.
Equipment calibrations and checks.
Accurate record keeping for UKAS standards.
Adhere to technical standards and QHSSE policies.
Potential apprenticeship programme for skill development (optional).
What you’ll need to thrive in this role:
Essential
Minimum A level scientific education
Basic Microsoft Office capabilities.
An enthusiasm for completing repeat tasks to a high standard.
Enthusiasm in working with and supporting the team to accomplish goals.
Advantageous
Experience working in a quality focused environment
Proven ability to work to deadlines.
Laboratory / technician experience
You enjoy working in a laboratory environment.
You enjoy working in the field conducting sample collection and associated testing.
Can maintain focus, enthusiasm and accuracy on repetitive tasks and/or extended sample processing durations.
You have an eye for detail and can work accurately under time pressure.
Are passionate about delivering results.
Enjoy working in, and contributing to, a safe workplace for yourself and your colleagues.
Enjoy working in a team with a variety of people from different backgrounds.
Communicate well when faced with challenges.
Actively participate in learning experiences and use new skills to practical use.
Be accountable for your own actions and have a high degree of safety awareness in yourself and your work environment.
Be able to prioritise workload, work independently and use available resources efficiently to accomplish goals.
About Us
Who we are
Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative, but work well within a team.
What we offer
Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.
Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion
At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together we create a safe and liveable world’ – and to each other.
Benefits of joining our team
Extensive career & training opportunities
Competitive salary
Contributory pension scheme
Private medical insurance
Health cash plan
Group life assurance
Group income protection
Electric car scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Discounted gym membership
Discounts platform
The Fugro Card (pre-paid virtual visa card, which earns cash back automatically when money is spent at any participating retailers)
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Long service awards
Fugro values awards
Employee referral bonus scheme
Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:
Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated
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