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National Apprenticeship Week 2025: Why I completed a technical apprenticeship in my 30s

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Many people think apprenticeships are just for young people but that is not true. I have just completed an HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) service and maintenance apprenticeship, which was the perfect opportunity to learn a new, in-demand skill in an …

National Apprenticeship Week 2025: A world of numbers in Group Finance

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Starting my apprenticeship in Group Finance at 16 years old was a unique experience - especially as I found myself among colleagues who were much older and more experienced. While my friends were heading off to university, I was diving …

National Apprenticeship Week 2025: My apprenticeship journey  

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Daniel Charles Smith – Assistant Scientist    After a ten-year career in the aviation industry, I decided that it was time to follow my passion in science. Aside from wanting to do something that made an impact, I didn’t have specific …

Application are now open for Science and Engineering Fast Stream 2025

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What do climate change, food safety, transport emissions and sustainable housing all have in common? They are all underpinned by science and engineering. Recruiting more scientists and engineers is essential to ensure scientific evidence provides quality government decision making. The …

Highlights from the Government Science and Engineering Conference 2024

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Showcasing our science and engineering superheroes The biennial Government Science and Engineering (GSE) Conference 2024, held on 18 September, was a great opportunity to showcase the science and engineering superheroes in the Profession. The conference brought together Profession members from …

Applications are open for the Royal Society Pairing Scheme 

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Civil Service applications are now open until 6 November 2024 What is the Royal Society Pairing Scheme? The Royal Society Pairing Scheme is a long-standing collaboration between the Government Science & Engineering (GSE) Profession and The Royal Society. Each year …

Last call for Expressions of Interest: Deputy Chief Scientific Advisor at the Home Office

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Deadline: 10:00 am, Monday 23 September 2024 Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in shaping the scientific landscape of the Home Office? This is your final opportunity to express your interest in the position of Deputy Chief …

Secondment opportunity - Head of Strategy and Chief of Staff, the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH)

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UKCEH is looking for a combined Head of Strategy and Chief of Staff to join our team of talented individuals, contributing to scientific discovery and making the world a better place through generating the data, insights and solutions that researchers, …

Grade 7 Senior Private Secretary to the Chief Scientific Adviser

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The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is the department focused on delivering economic growth for the UK. DBT supports businesses to invest, grow and export, creating jobs and opportunities across the country.  Job description  As Senior Private Secretary (SPS), …