Total 8 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 1EZ

What skills and experience we're looking for

See attached job description and person specification

What the school offers its staff

See the attached letter to candidates from the Headteacher, Mr Sheldon Logue.

Commitment to safeguarding

St Damian’s RC Science College is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We have a professional code of conduct and safe working practices for the protection of staff and students in this school. All appointments are subject to pre-appointment checks. The interview panel will look at all relevant identification and documentation. In addition, evidence of qualifications/certificates relating to your post and NI number (and eligibility to work in the UK) are required. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks.

R&D Chemist required on a permanent basis, based in Lancashire. Requiring a degree in Chemistry (or similar). Requiring proven industrial experience of development/formulation work, ideally within construction and DIY products.

Title: R&D Chemist

Location: Lancashire

Salary: £30,000 - £38,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Term: Permanent

SRG are working with a global business who specialise in the development and production of construction products. They are now continuing their growth and expansion and are seeking to hire a Development Chemist to join their technical team. This role will play a crucial part in continuing the development of both new and existing products, researching and testing new raw materials and building strong relationships with suppliers. This role will suit candidates with proven industrial experience of developing and formulating products, ideally with a background in construction and DIY products, although other sectors will be considered.

Benefits: You will be joining a successful and global manufacturer, contributing to their continued success. Monday - Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm. 23 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Role/Description

• Supporting in the development of both new and existing products and formulations
• Testing products against standards and for application
• Research and test new raw materials
• Supporting in Quality Control (QC) testing when required
• Support in troubleshooting production issues

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry (or similar)
• Proven industrial experience of development/formulation work of products, ideally within the construction and DIY sector
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively please email a copy of your CV to . For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Chris on 0161 526 1898.

If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.com to view our other vacancies.

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.

As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

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Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Service Care Education seeks a committed full-time Science Teacher to join our science department. We are looking for an enthusiastic educator to deliver engaging, practical science lessons, inspire curiosity, and support academic success across various abilities.

Employer: Service Care Education
Location: Preston, UK
Contract: Full-time, Ongoing
Reports To: Head of Science / Headteacher

Key Responsibilities:
Teaching and Learning

• Deliver engaging lessons across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, tailored to different learning needs.
• Inspire students through experiments and interactive methods, promoting inquiry and critical thinking.
• Prepare students for assessments, striving for academic excellence.
• Utilize data to adapt teaching strategies and address learning gaps.
• Maintain a safe, positive classroom that fosters participation and exploration.

Curriculum and Resources

• Contribute to the planning of a stimulating science curriculum.
• Create diverse teaching materials, incorporating experiments, models, and digital resources.
• Stay updated with advancements in science, integrating new practices and technology.

Student Support and Engagement

• Monitor student progress and implement interventions as needed.
• Offer extra support through tutoring or hands-on guidance.
• Encourage participation in science activities like clubs and fairs.
• Maintain communication with parents to support learning and development.

Professional Development and Collaboration

• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with educational trends.
• Collaborate with staff, sharing resources and teaching methods in meetings.
• Support school-wide events promoting STEM education.

Safeguarding and Pastoral Care

• Adhere to safeguarding policies to ensure student well-being.
• Provide pastoral care to support students' overall development in a nurturing environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications:

• Degree in Science (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics).
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Experience:

• Experience teaching Science at the secondary level preferred; Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) welcome.
• Proven ability to drive student success.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Creative, engaging teaching methods that make science accessible and exciting.
• Enthusiastic about fostering scientific curiosity and a love for learning.

How to Apply
If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O'Donnell either via email: lewis.odonnell@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962. Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a referral scheme in place of up to £400.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for an outstanding teacher with a proven track record of success and raising pupil outcomes. As a Star teacher, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best teachers in education.

The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver quality teaching that drives achievement and inspires a love of learning. You will be able to demonstrate experience of achieving positive outcomes for pupils, as well as being passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people. As a committed team player, you will have excellent organisational skills and the natural ability to motivate both pupils and peers.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

About Highfield Leadership Academy

Highfield Leadership Academy is a state-of-the-art secondary school for 11 to 16 year olds in Blackpool. We joined Star Academies in 2016 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

We are a rapidly improving school with high ambitions and expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Assistant Director of Science to help us continue this work.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Science to drive excellence in teaching and learning, support curriculum development, and inspire both staff and students to achieve outstanding outcomes. You will play a key role in fostering collaboration across the department and ensuring the highest standards of academic achievement. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced science teacher with strong leadership skills to make a lasting impact in our school community.

As a part of the Oak Learning Partnership, we are proud of what we have achieved so far and excited by the continuous improvements and changes here at Hazel Wood High. This appointment will form a key element in the next phase on our journey to outstanding. If you would like to join our excellent team, then we would like to hear more about you.

Visits to the school, prior to application, are both welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school on 0161 797 6543 or by e-mailing enquiries@hazelwood.oaklp.co.uk

to arrange an appointment.

I encourage you to visit our website to discover more about our values, ethos, and the amazing work we do at Hazel Wood. www.hazelwoodhigh.co.uk

I hope that when you have read the information enclosed, you will be encouraged to apply for this important post. We look forward to receiving your application.

We ask that you do not send CV’s, please complete and send your application form to hr@oaklp.co.uk

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 29th October 2024.

What the school offers its staff

We believe that all our students deserve the very best education that we can provide, and our teaching staff aspire to raise the standards and quality of teaching and learning. This is encouraged through inspiring, and supporting, colleagues with bespoke CPD; and by ensuring that best practice is shared and embedded. Having the right team in place is essential to this.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

1. To share knowledge with multidisciplinary teams in primary, secondary care and voluntary sectors. 2. To participate and be aware of current trends and developments within research and innovation. 3. To participate in research initiatives. 4. To maintain a continuing practice development plan and provide evidence of the same.

The Assistant Research Practitioner will work collaboratively within a team of Research Nurses and Practitioners working on NIHR portfolio, commercial and academic studies within a flexible research workforce to ensure a seamless care for research participants at the trust covering a 24 hour 7 day service.

The Assistance Research Practitioner will communicate with patients and relatives in regard to research participation under the supervision and guidance of the research nurse team. The post holder will assist in the collection and management of data and assist in the timely reporting of information to the relevant bodies. Flexibility is essential as the post holder may work in numerous clinical areas across the trust which will be determined by the research study workload and activity. The post holder adheres to departmental, hospital and National Institute for Health Research policies, established health professional procedures and practices.

1. The Assistance Research Practitioner will assist with programmes for recruitment, enrolment, screening and retention of research subjects for all research studies and act as a lead for observational studies as appropriate in accordance with the protocol and International Conference on Harmonisation of technical requirements for Registration of Pharmaceuticals for human use (ICH) God Clinical Practice Standards.

2. The Assistant research Practitioner will assist the team in the implementation of protocols in accordance with research parameters as set out by the Chief and Principle Investigators.

3. The Assistant Research Practitioner will contribute to appropriate data collection systems for patient data and monitoring data., in accordance with the research protocol.

4. The Assistance Research Practitioner will maintain good liaison with research subjects using excellent communication skills by telephone or face to face, in either hospital or community settings, keeping documented evidence of the same.

5. The Assistance Research Practitioner collaborates with Investigators, Regulatory bodies and ancillary departments.







1. To have a good knowledge of clinical research, underpinned by ICH Good Clinical Practice Training.

2. To work within professional guidelines relating to Code of Conduct, confidentiality, accountability and scope of professional practice.

3. To provide a high standard of evidence-based care to patients whilst attending patients in the community and within the hospital.

4. To work as part of the research nurse team with a flexible approach to workload schedules.

5. To facilitate effective communication, written, verbal, electronic.

6. To ack as the patients advocate.

7. To liaise with the multidisciplinary team as appropriate in the delivery of support and care to the patients.

8. To have strong interpersonal communication skills, having the ability to communicate with empathy in potentially sensitive, controversial situations with patients who have given written consent to participate in the clinical trial to become research subjects.

9. Actively seeks to promote health by providing evidence-based information in a sensitive empathetic manner.

10.To have a personal duty of care in relation to the care and working knowledge of equipment required for the research study.

11.To maintain accurate records in line with professional guidelines and local policy using paper based and electronic systems.



1. To share knowledge with multidisciplinary teams in primary, secondary care and voluntary sectors.

2. To participate and be aware of current trends and developments within research and innovation.

3. To participate in research initiatives.

4. To maintain a continuing practice development plan and provide evidence of the same.


This advert closes on Thursday 7 Nov 2024

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What skills and experience we're looking for

Main Duties:

• Responsible and accountable for all aspects of the leadership and management of Teaching and Learning in Science.

• To be a role model to members of the department, demonstrating excellent teaching and learning in their own practice and providing innovative curriculum thinking to drive the curriculum forward in all linked subjects
• To raise standards across the subject in Teaching and Learning and Curriculum leading to better outcomes for all.

The successful candidate will be someone who:

• Is a great team player, friendly and professional
• Enjoys working as part of a team and be able to communicate effectively with pupils, parents, and staff.
• Will quickly build rapport and effective professional relationships with both our young people and colleagues.
• Will enthuse and motivate colleagues and students to work hard and try their best.
• Has previous experience of working with children aged 11-16 in an education setting
• Demonstrates personal resilience and role models those personal qualities we wish to instil in our young people.
• Has the ability and willingness to work flexibly to meet the demands of the role

What the school offers its staff

In return we can offer:

• a supportive and encouraging staff team
• a paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Commitment to safeguarding

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.