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Dive into the exciting world of science, manufacturing, and technology. From hands-on lab roles to vital support positions in HR or marketing, diverse roles are making a real difference to our world.
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Not Just Lab Coats exists to provide you with one place to explore the career options in science, manufacturing and technology. You can explore job profiles, get advice and guidance along every step of your journey and discover real examples of what a career in our sectors looks like.
We not only cover all the roles you might expect, like Laboratory Scientist or Chemical Engineer, but also the heroes working behind the scenes like Admin Assistants and Marketing Managers.
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5 female engineers you should know, but don’t
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In honour of International Women in Engineering Day, here are five female engineers you should know, but probably don’t. Ada Lovelace Before laptops, apps, or even electricity, Ada Lovelace was already dreaming up the future. In the 1800s, she worked with inventor Charles Babbage on a machine called the Analytical…
Are GCSEs Really That Important for Apprenticeships?
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If you’re thinking about your future and considering an apprenticeship instead of (or alongside) further education, you might be wondering: Do GCSEs really matter? The short answer is yes, but maybe not in the way you think. What Are GCSEs For? GCSEs are your first big academic qualifications. They show…
Our Top 3 Places to Find Apprenticeship Opportunities
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Starting your apprenticeship search can feel a bit overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure where to look, what level to go for, or even what kinds of opportunities are out there. It’s totally normal to feel a bit lost at first. That’s why we’ve put together our top three places…
Chemical
Makes materials for everyday products like plastics and detergents
Coatings
The reason your coke can has a protective layer and its famous branding
Life Science
Creates medicines and technologies, saving lives and improving health
Nuclear
Uses atomic energy for power and diverse applications, like medicine
Hydrogen
Produces clean energy solutions that power transport, industry and heating without emissions
Medicines
Medicines manufacturing is responsible for a £16.4 billion contribution to the UK economy
Paper
Provides essential products, supports commerce, and promotes sustainability
Carbon Capture
Stops carbon dioxide entering the atmosphere, reducing climate change through tech
Hydrogen
Produces clean energy solutions that power transport, industry and heating without emissions
Medicines
Medicines manufacturing is responsible for a £16.4 billion contribution to the UK economy.
Carbon Capture
Stops carbon dioxide entering the atmosphere, reducing climate change through tech
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Sprayer Technician/Paint Finisher
A1 Personnel Employment Agency Ltd
Full Time
Southend-on-Sea
Salary:
£35,000 per annum
Are you a Spray Technician / Paint Finisher looking for your next opportunity? Our client…
Closing date:
11th March 2026
Laboratory Technician Apprentice - STFC Rutherford
STFC
Apprenticeship
Oxfordshire
Salary:
£18,900 per annum
ISIS are seeking a Laboratory Technician Apprentice to work across our multi-disciplinary laboratories.
Closing date:
16th February 2025
Seed Operator
Ethero
Full Time
Stoke-on-Trent
Salary:
£36,952.50 per annum
Seed Operators - Immediate Start Andover, Hampshire SP11 Role and key responsibilities for Seed Operators:…
Closing date:
9th December 2024
HR support level 3 apprentice- Immunocore
Immunocore
Full Time
Oxfordshire
Salary:
£21,500 per annum
Immunocore are looking to recruit an HR apprentice. This is an ideal opportunity for an…
Closing date:
13th February 2026
Graduate Recruitment Consultant - No Experience Required!
SW6 Associates Ltd
Full Time
London
Salary:
£45,000 per annum
Graduate Recruitment Consultant - Fast Track Your CareerAre you a driven recent graduate looking to…
Closing date:
17th March 2026
CNC Setter/Operator
Solvit
Full Time
Leicester
Salary:
£33,000 per annum
CNC Setter Operator Rotating Day/Late (detailed below) Salary: £30k + OT + Shift allowance +…
Closing date:
14th November 2024
Process Technician
Thames Water
Full Time
Farnham
Salary:
TBC
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to take on the important…
Closing date:
15th October 2024
Lab Technician temp to perm
Adecco
Full Time
Kettering
Salary:
£27,183 per annum
Job Title: Laboratory Technician Location: Burton Latimer Remuneration: £13.94 per hour Contract Details: Temp To…
Closing date:
30th September 2024
Analytical Chemist
Reed
Full Time
Haslingden
Salary:
TBC
Analytical Chemist Blackburn, Lancashire Full time & permanent Competitive salary & benefits Reed Scientific are…
Closing date:
6th September 2024
Engineering Apprentice (Multiskilled) - Accord Healthcare Ltd
Accord Healthcare Ltd
Apprenticeship
Tyne and Wear
Salary:
£20,576.46 per annum
Cogent Skills is working with Accord Healthcare Ltd to recruit Apprentice Multi-Skilled Engineers to work…
Closing date:
29th May 2025
Development Chemist
Reed
Full Time
West Yorkshire
Salary:
TBC
Job title: Development Chemist Industry: Chemicals and Coatings Location: West Yorkshire Salary: £30k - £34k p/annum Benefits: Standard pension, 22…
Closing date:
14th March 2025
Biology Graduate
Tradewind Recruitment
Full Time
Brent
Salary:
£28,600 per annum
Biology Graduate Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Brent - ASAP Start - Full-Time Are…
Closing date:
26th February 2026
Production Operative
Gi Group
Full Time
Derbyshire
Salary:
£34,047 per annum
Production Operative We are currently recruiting production Operatives for one of our clients based in…
Closing date:
20th December 2024
Apprentice Accounts Technician - Hosokawa Micron Ltd
Hosokawa Micron Ltd
Apprenticeship
Runcorn
Salary:
£17,500
Excellent opportunity to support Accounting and Finance Operations and get a head start in a…
Closing date:
11th November 2024
Business Administrator
Rise Technical Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Bracknell
Salary:
£24,500 per annum
Business Administrator£24,500 + Training + Progression + Monday - FridayLocation - Bracknell Do you have…
Closing date:
26th February 2026
Teaching Assistant - Train to Teach
EdEx - Education Recruitment
Full Time
Barking
Salary:
£31,200 per annum
Teaching Assistant - Train to Teach Q - Are you a graduate interested in teaching,…
Closing date:
21st August 2025
Developing Effective Communication Skills
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In today's competitive job market, effective communication skills are not just a nice-to-have—they're a necessity. Whether you're just starting out in your career or looking to climb the corporate ladder, mastering communication can significantly enhance your job prospects and career progression. This article will explore why communication skills are essential, how they can benefit your […]
Read moreHow to Network When You’re Just Starting Out
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The word networking sounds a bit... formal. Maybe even a little cringe. Like something businessy people do over dry sandwiches and awkward small talk. But networking isn’t about wearing a suit or having loads of experience. It’s just about talking to people, building relationships that can help you grow, learn, and find opportunities. At its […]
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Chemical Sector
Whether it’s cosmetics, drugs, or even ingredients in food - there’s always something ground-breaking happening in the chemical sector.
Be at the cutting edge of innovation in manufacturing, product development, or even finding sustainable solutions to environmental issues.
What is it like to work in the Chemical Sector?
The chemical sector adds a whopping £18 billion to the UK economy every year. In fact, around 4,100 chemical businesses nationwide create materials for manufacturing goods. Put simply, the chemical sector is booming!
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Coatings Sector
This might be an area you didn’t know existed, but we promise you’ll know about it. Coatings are the finishes on LOADS of goods and materials that provide decoration or protection - from colourful furniture to non-stick pans!
The UK coatings industry directly contributes £4 billion a year to the UK economy, so it's big business and cutting-edge stuff!
What is it like to work in the Coatings Sector?
Given the scale of the industry, there are plenty of jobs around. The UK is also a huge exporter of coatings, so there’s international job opportunities too.
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Life Science Sector
If you don’t already know, life science studies living organisms and how they exist and interact in different kinds of settings.
Put simply, if you work in this area, you could help to improve global healthcare, the environment, or just general daily life. Pretty big stuff, right?!
What is it like to work in the Life Science Sector?
Life scientists are in huge demand across specialisms, from medicine and agriculture to environmental conservation. That means well-paid career opportunities are just waiting to be snapped up!
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Nuclear Sector
Nuclear is a very low-carbon technology. This means it is an important source of clean and safe energy in the fight against global warming.
This trailblazing science is positively changing the world and providing a much-needed power source for future generations - without generating nasty greenhouse gases in the process.
What is it like to work in the Nuclear Sector?
With a growing demand for more affordable power made at home in the UK, the nuclear sector is set to create many more highly paid, varied, and exciting jobs.
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Hydrogen Sector
The science industries are wide-ranging, but they share a common goal: creating positive change for the planet and shaping a better future.
By working at the cutting edge of innovation, you could help drive progress across our global community — from advancing renewable energy technologies to supporting cleaner transport and low-carbon solutions.
What is it like to work in the Hydrogen Sector?
With net-zero targets to meet, businesses need skilled workers to drive industrial decarbonisation and the shift to a low-carbon economy.
Discover a career in the
Medicine manufacturing Sector
Whether it’s cosmetics, drugs, or even ingredients in food - there’s always something ground-breaking happening in the chemical sector.
Be at the cutting edge of innovation in manufacturing, product development, or even finding sustainable solutions to environmental issues.
What is it like to work in the Medicine Manufacturing Sector?
The chemical sector adds a whopping £18 billion to the UK economy every year. In fact, around 4,100 chemical businesses nationwide create materials for manufacturing goods. Put simply, the chemical sector is booming!
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Paper Sector
You might not think much about paper beyond what’s on your desk, but trust us – it’s everywhere. From the box your online order arrives in, to the loo roll in your bathroom, paper is one of the unsung heroes of everyday life.
The UK’s paper-based industries generate £13 billion a year and employ over 115,000 people. It’s an innovative, eco-conscious sector that’s leading the way in recycling and sustainable packaging – so it’s big business with a green heart.
What is it like to work in the Paper Sector?
Working in the paper industry is about more than just paper—it’s about innovation, sustainability, and making an impact on the world.
Discover a career in the
Carbon Capture Sector
If you don’t already know, carbon capture focuses on stopping carbon dioxide from entering the atmosphere and finding smart ways to reduce climate change.
Put simply, if you work in this area, you could help protect the planet, create cleaner energy, and tackle global warming. Pretty big stuff, right?!
What is it like to work in the Carbon Capture Sector?
Experts are in huge demand across engineering, technology, and environmental science. That means exciting, well-paid career opportunities are just waiting to be snapped up!