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We are seeking an experienced Lead Electronic Design Engineer / Electronic Design Manager to join a Cambridge based R&D company who are developing state-of-the-art medical devices technology. This position would suit a Principal Electronics Design Engineer / Lead Electronics Engineer who is skilled at hands on electronic design as well as leading product development and smalls teams. Ideally you will have a background in medical devices, but this is a nice to have. You will be a dynamic individual and looking to take the next step in your career. This integral role will see you become the a key figure in electronics design and development department, running a small team and overseeing product development to launch, liaising with customers, fostering relationships, project management and being the conduit between the development team and senior stakeholders. In return you can expect a very competitive salary, bonuses, excellent benefits and first class R&D facilities. Lead Electronics Engineer requirements • Excellent academics – At least a 2:1 Degree in electronic engineering or physics or a relevant discipline from a top University., • Skilled in project / product management., • Experience working as a Technical Lead / Project Manager / Product manager / Mentor., • Recent and extensive experience in analogue and digital design. (This is a hands-on role), • Skilled in embedded software development (C / C++ ), • Proven track record of electronic circuit design and electronic system design innovation., • Practical electronics skills (soldering, wiring, bench work, PCBs, etc), • Previous experience in medical devices development beneficial, • Full product development experience (from conception to prototype to manufacture) beneficial. Salary: circa £70k - £95k + Bonuses + benefits Vacancy Location: Cambridgeshire (Commutable from Peterborough, Cambridge, Northampton, Bedford, St Neots, Stevenage, Milton Keynes, etc) For more about this opportunity please contact Adam Mayne ()

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Fluidic Systems Newton Colmore is working with a leading technology innovator in Cambridge, and we are looking for a senior mechanical engineer who understands fluidics, thermodynamics and heat transfer. This exciting new role will give the Mechanical Engineer an excellent opportunity to work on novel products that span multiple industrial applications. You will hold responsibility for the design and development of new ideas, from initial concept through to manufacture. You will be evaluating new ideas using evidence from modelling or experimentally obtained evidence and will be working on system and component-level elements. You will then test and verify your ideas and work closely with the manufacturing team to ensure manufacturability throughout every step of the design process. You will be brining with you a passion for mechanical engineering and solving problems, coupled with strong academics. A detailed understanding of using maths and physics within the fields of fluidics and thermodynamics is vitally important for this position. The company are offering tailored packages for the right engineer, which includes a performance bonus, free lunches, and market leading pension plan. They can also offer you career progression and foster an environment that encourages collaboration, learning and self-development. If you would like to find out more about this opportunity than go ahead and make an applica...

Academics are proud to be working in partnership with a specialist SEN school in Huntingdon to recruit a dedicated and compassionate KS2 SEN Teacher. This is a rewarding opportunity to join a nurturing SEMH setting, supporting Key Stage 2 pupils who require a trauma-informed, relationship-focused approach to learning. KS2 SEN Teacher - Specialist SEMH School Location: Huntingdon Sector: Education and Training Salary: £28,618 - £41,137 per annum (actual) Contract: Full-Time | Permanent (Temp-to-Perm considered) This KS2 SEN Teacher role would suit an experienced teacher or nurture practitioner who is passionate about helping pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs re-engage with education, build emotional resilience, and achieve both academically and personally. The Role - KS2 Focus - Huntingdon As a KS2 SEN Teacher, you will: • Deliver high-quality, nurture-based teaching to small groups and on a 1:1 basis, • Support pupils with SEMH needs, focusing on emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies, • Consistently apply trauma-informed and attachment-aware practices, • Plan and deliver personalised learning tailored to individual EHCP outcomes, • Work collaboratively with SENCOs, pastoral teams, therapists, and external professionals, • Create a calm, structured, and predictable classroom environment where pupils feel safe and valued, • Hold QTS or QTLS (desirable), or have substantial experience within an SEN/SEMH setting, • Have proven experience working with KS2 pupils with SEMH, trauma, or behavioural needs, • Demonstrate resilience, patience, and a consistent approach, • Be skilled in building positive, restorative relationships, • be able to commute to Huntingdon, • Be committed to inclusive education and pupil wellbeing, • Competitive salary: £28,618 - £41,137 per annum, • Small class sizes with excellent staff-to-pupil ratios, • A supportive, experienced SEN team, • A strong focus on staff wellbeing in the education and training sector, • High-quality CPD in SEMH, nurture, and trauma-informed practice Apply today and join a school where nurture, relationships, and wellbeing are truly at the heart of everything they do. JBRP1_UKTJ

Through close collaboration with academics, researchers and external suppliers, you will support the smooth delivery of the Centre for Climate Repair's experimental programmes. We are looking to appoint a skilled technician to provide highly specialist technical support to enable the effective opera

Principal Physicist - Highly Complex R&D Newton Colmore is working on a principal physicist role with a leading technology company in Cambridge. We are looking for an experienced Physicist with the curiosity to tackle problems that genuinely don't have known answers yet, and the skills to find them. The Scope of the Work This is applied physics in the truest sense. You will take fundamental physical principles and use them to invent, analyse, model, and prototype solutions to some of the hardest problems in UK defence and security. You'll own the full development arc - from initial investigation and computational modelling through to prototype realisation and transfer to manufacture. Previous projects have spanned an unusually broad range of physics domains: Quantum technologies - sensing, PNT, computing, communications Electromagnetics - propagation, penetration, plasma interactions Semiconductors - junction behaviour, logic, thermal effects, sensing Optics - imaging systems, ultrafast lasers, fibre optics, fluorescence Acoustics & sonar - ultrasound, acoustic communications Fluid analysis - particle dispersion, microfluidics, flow Thermal systems - aviation, maritime, materials processes Algorithm design - AI/ML, signal processing, autonomous systems, edge computing No two projects are the same and no two physicists are the same. What they share is a deep grounding in physical principles and an instinct for finding elegant solutions to complex problems. What You Can Bring You will have a demonstrable track record of applying fundamental physics to real-world challenges, coupled with strong academics. We're open to candidates from any sector - academic, industrial, or government - and any physics specialism, experimental or computational. What matters most is rigour, curiosity, and the ability to move from first principles to working prototype. What is on Offer The company offer tailored salaries and packages to attract the best possible candidates. They have carefully curated an environment that allows their people to do great work, combining trust, guidance, autonomy and collaboration. For more junior engineers, mentoring programmes are a key aspect of their business too. For more details make a confidential application now and a member of our team will be in touch with more information

Senior Marketing Executive – Subject Marketing (Social Science Journals) Salary: £35,200 – £45,700 per annum Location: Cambridge, UK – Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week on site) Contract: Fixed Term (12 months – maternity cover) Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week Are you an experienced marketer who enjoys delivering high‑impact campaigns and working closely with academics and editorial teams? We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world‑leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. We have an exciting opportunity to join our Academic Marketing team as a Senior Marketing Executive, supporting a portfolio of social science journals. This role offers the opportunity to deliver meaningful marketing activity that supports research and learning worldwide, while developing your skills and experience in a collaborative, forward‑thinking academic publishing environment. About the role As a Senior Marketing Executive, you will be responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating marketing activity for a defined journals portfolio. You will work closely with Editorial teams and key stakeholders to ensure campaigns support agreed publishing, usage and engagement objectives. You will be accountable for delivering marketing campaigns on time, within budget, and for providing clear reporting on performance and outcomes. Additional responsibilities and accountabilities include: • Planning and delivering integrated marketing campaigns across email, digital and social channels, • Evaluating campaign performance using analytics, usage and engagement data, • Managing priorities and workloads to meet agreed deadlines and objectives, • Working collaboratively with Editorial teams and other internal stakeholders, • Supporting the growth and maintenance of marketing contact lists for priority audiences, • Representing Cambridge University Press & Assessment at relevant meetings or events, as required This position has been classified as a hybrid role, requiring the selected candidate to typically spend 40-60% of their time collaborating and connecting face-to-face at their dedicated location. Aside from our hybrid principles, other flexible working requests will be considered from the first day of employment, including other work arrangements should you require adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition. About You You are a confident and well‑organised marketer with experience delivering campaigns across digital channels and working collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment. Essential criteria: • Proven experience planning, delivering and evaluating marketing campaigns across multiple channels, including email and digital, • Ability to use analytics and performance data to evaluate campaign effectiveness and report on outcomes, • Experience working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders across teams, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Strong organisation, prioritisation and time‑management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines If you meet the above minimum requirements, we encourage you to apply. Your application will be even stronger if you can also demonstrate the following desirable criteria: • Experience or understanding of academic or scholarly publishing, • Experience marketing journals or academic content, • Experience delivering webinars, online or virtual events, • A professional marketing qualification or equivalent experience For a detailed job description, please refer to the link at the bottom of the advert on our careers site. We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme's Offer of an Interview commitment applies to applicants who opt in, and disclose a disability or a long-term health condition, and best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long-term health condition. Please note that Cambridge University Press & Assessment will not ordinarily be able to provide sponsorship for vacancies of less than 12-months in duration. Applicants must therefore have an existing right to work in the UK to be eligible for this position. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package, featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance, • Discretionary annual bonus, • Group personal pension scheme, • Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary, • Green travel schemes Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. The closing date for all applications will be 13th April. We will review applications on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take place weeks commencing 20th and 27th April. If you are shortlisted and progressed through the stages, you can expect: First stage virtual interview. Taking place week commencing 20 April. This will include two short tasks completed during the session. Second stage virtual interview. Taking place week commencing 27 April. This will be an informal discussion, including any role‑ or CV‑related questions from the editorial perspective

We are seeking an experienced Senior Electronics Engineer / Principal Electronic Design Engineer to join a Cambridge based R&D company who are developing state-of-the-art medical devices technology. You will be a dynamic individual and looking to take the next step in your career. This integral role will see you become the figurehead for electronics design and development, running a small team and overseeing product development to launch, liaising with customers, fostering relationships, project management and being the conduit between the development team and senior stakeholders. In return you can expect a very competitive salary, excellent benefits package and first class R&D facilities. Principal Electronics Design Engineer requirements Excellent academics – At least a 2:1 Degree in electronic engineering or physics or a relevant discipline from a top University. Recent and extensive experience in analogue and digital design. Skilled in embedded software development (C / C++ ) Experience working as a Technical Lead / Project Manager / Mentor Proven track record of electronic circuit design and electronic system design innovation. Practical electronics skills (soldering, wiring, bench work, PCBs, etc) Previous experience in medical devices development beneficial Full product development experience (from conception to prototype to manufacture) beneficial. Project management, project management, technical sales, customer/client liaison experience beneficial Salary: circa £80k - £95k + benefits Vacancy Location: Cambridgeshire (Commutable from Peterborough, Cambridge, Northampton, Bedford, St Neots, Stevenage, Milton Keynes, etc) For more about this opportunity please contact Adam Mayne ((url removed))

Optical Systems Development Engineer - MedTech Newton Colmore is working with a medical technology company in Cambridgeshire and we are assisting them in their search for a highly skilled optical systems designer/engineer. As an Optical Systems specialist you will be applying your sound engineering and physics experience to the design of highly complex devices and hardware, all aiming to provide a step-change in patient care and outcomes. Your work will involve coming up with new ideas and inventions around advanced technologies and you will take your ideas from initial concept all the way through to manufacturing. In particular your focus will be on simulation, prototyping, and testing of device components and systems ranging in size and complexity. This role is at the intersection of mechanical design, physics and electronics and you will be joining a team of engineers and scientists who love solving complex problems with their work. This is a vital role for the team as they enhance their design capabilities and so the seniority of the role is flexible and can be tailored to the right person. To be considered for this role we are looking for candidates who have the following; Proven experience with the design and development of optical systems. Strong academics and fundamentals, ideally in physics or mechanical engineering. Hands-on knowledge of optical design tools such as ZEMAX or OSLO etc. It would be ideal to have prior medical devices knowledge or experience within a regulated industry. In exchange for your skills and expertise, the company offer a tailored salary and package which includes monetary performance bonuses, a highly competitive pension contribution, plus a mix of other benefits. You will also be joining a company has had worked hard to provide an environment that encourages new ideas. For more information, please call Matthew Lowdon of Newton Colmore Consulting on (phone number removed) or make an application and one of our team will be in touch. Newton Colmore is a highly specialist search firm and we help companies find best-in-class engineers and scientists to work on technologies and science that creates impact. Key words: Optics, physics, optical physicist, science, research, engineering, design, Cambridge

Engineering Leader - Medical Device Development Newton Colmore is working with a leading medical devices company based in Cambridgeshire and we are assisting them in their search for a R&D expert to head up an engineering team. This exciting new role will give the engineering lead an opportunity to help shape the company's research programmes, from initial concept, through to manufacturing and beyond. You will be leading a team of engineers that work on a technology that is at the intersection of electronics, mechanical engineering, software engineering, and science. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will be utilising both your mechanical engineering and systems engineering experience daily. You will be taking programme lead on a variety of different challenges; from understanding the commercial aspects of the technology and scoping markets, through to managing multiple stakeholders and suppliers, seamlessly weaving together different teams and companies on highly complex engineering projects. The company focus on two main streams of technology; drug delivery systems and advanced surgical tools. To be considered for this exciting role you will need to have significant experience with leading research projects and programmes, coupled with strong academics and fundamentals in mechanical engineering. Medical devices experience is vital, and we are open on the type of device you have worked on, from smart implants to drug delivery systems. The company are offering tailored packages and monetary bonus plans, with a good pension scheme and a variety of other benefits. They can also provide you with a great working environment that will allow you to challenge yourself and develop great ideas. This role can go up to director level for the right candidate too. If you would like to learn more about this role, then make a confidential application now or reach out to the Newton Colmore team on one of our socials. Newton Colmore is a specialist search firm, and we help connect inventors, engineers, scientists and problem solvers with high impact organisations working on technology that will improve the world

Engineering Leader - Medical Device Development Newton Colmore is working with a leading medical devices company based in Cambridgeshire and we are assisting them in their search for a R&D expert to head up an engineering team. This exciting new role will give the engineering lead an opportunity to help shape the company's research programmes, from initial concept, through to manufacturing and beyond. You will be leading a team of engineers that work on a technology that is at the intersection of electronics, mechanical engineering, software engineering, and science. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will be utilising both your mechanical engineering and systems engineering experience daily. You will be taking programme lead on a variety of different challenges; from understanding the commercial aspects of the technology and scoping markets, through to managing multiple stakeholders and suppliers, seamlessly weaving together different teams and companies on highly complex engineering projects. The company focus on two main streams of technology; drug delivery systems and advanced surgical tools. To be considered for this exciting role you will need to have significant experience with leading research projects and programmes, coupled with strong academics and fundamentals in mechanical engineering. Medical devices experience is vital, and we are open on the type of device you have worked on, from smart implants to drug delivery systems. The company are offering tailored packages and monetary bonus plans, with a good pension scheme and a variety of other benefits. They can also provide you with a great working environment that will allow you to challenge yourself and develop great ideas. This role can go up to director level for the right candidate too. If you would like to learn more about this role, then make a confidential application now or reach out to the Newton Colmore team on one of our socials. Newton Colmore is a specialist search firm, and we help connect inventors, engineers, scientists and problem solvers with high impact organisations working on technology that will improve the world.

Economics Teacher - Outstanding Secondary School, West London - Permanent, September Start We are working in close partnership with an Ofsted Outstanding secondary school in West London to appoint an experienced and dedicated Economics Teacher for a permanent role starting in September.This full-tim

Are you an inspiring Geography Teacher looking for your next opportunity in the borough of Lambeth ? We are currently recruiting for an exceptional Geography Teacher to join an outstanding secondary school in the borough of Lambeth , known for its supportive leadership and commitment to academ

If you would like to apply for this Reception Teacher role, please upload your updated CV directly to this advert or contact the Academics team for more information. Academics is a leading education recruitment agency, delivering continuity in the classroom.

SEND Teaching Assistant - Wantage, Oxfordshire Start Date: ASAP Pay: £89-£100 per dayA supportive and community-focused mainstream primary school in Wantage, Oxfordshire is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team with an immediate start.This is a fantastic opportunity for a

A forward-thinking primary school in Gloucester is seeking an experienced KS2 Teacher for a leadership opportunity starting September 2026.This role involves high-quality teaching and leadership responsibilities, aiming to enhance impact beyond the classroom while being part of a supportive communit

SEN Teaching Assistant - Wallingford, Oxfordshire Pay Scale: £89.Start Date: ASAP A welcoming and inclusive community primary school in Wallingford is seeking a dedicated and professional 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team.This role involves providing high-quality, individualised support

A secondary school in South London is looking for a dedicated Business & IT Teacher for a long-term supply role starting April 2026.The position involves teaching Business Studies at Key Stages 4 and 5 and Computing up to Key Stage 4.Candidates should hold QTS and demonstrate strong classroom manage

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Academics are currently working with this very popular Primary school based in the vibrant area of Tower Hamlets to appoint a Year 5 Class Teacher to join their team ASAP.

Head of School RugbyIndependent Boarding School - East KentStart: September 2026Salary: (£37,061 FTE) equivalent to £28,432 pro rata per annum, plus an additional £3,901 per annum for BoardingHead of School RugbyAcademics, Canterbury are delighted to be working in partnership with a highly regard

Apply now or contact Judith Oakley at Academics Ltd, if you are interested in the Behaviour Mentor role:. Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.

Cover Supervisor - SwindonImmediate start£100-£140 (Depending on Experience)Are you looking to gain classroom experience before becoming a teacher? Or perhaps you're ready for a new and rewarding role in a secondary school setting?Academics Ltd is working with a well-regarded secondary school in S

A leading specialist school in Reigate is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Teaching Assistant to support young people with SEMH needs.This role offers an excellent opportunity for graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or Counselling to make a positive impact in the mental health sector.The ideal ca

Dependent on Pay Scale)Secondary Science Teacher - DoverAcademics are currently with a secondary school in Dover who are looking for looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Science to join a vibrant school in April 2026.

Apply now to join a fantastic Science department in West London.The school prides itself on the provision of outstanding teaching through the faculty and the entire school at all Key Stages.Chemistry A level and Science Teacher.Applications welcome from newly qualified (ECT) and experienced Science

Primary Supply Teacher Location: Reading Start Date: ASAP Pay: £130 - £180 per dayAre you a passionate Primary Supply Teacher looking for a flexible role that offers variety and a great work-life balance?We are currently recruiting Primary Supply Teachers to work across a range of welcoming and su

With Academics - A Leading Education Specialist Agency. Academics are seeking passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner's to join our team on a supply basis!. Whether you are seeking flexible daily supply, longer-term contract work, or a permanent positions, Academics can help you find the perfect rol

Academics are currently looking for dedicated and qualified Early Years Educators to join our supply team to work across our nurseries and mainstream primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent.

If you are interested in this Mental Health Assistant position, please contact Abi @ Academics ASAP via abigail.

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEN Support Assistant to work closely with a child with special educational needs.This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in a child's learning experience by providing support in lessons and fostering social interactions.With a

Are you a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Colchester?Do you have experience supporting SEN pupils aged 10-16 OR would you like to?Have you worked within a specialist SEN provision before OR are you a recent graduate looking to gain school-based experience?Colches

A thriving school in Wokingham is seeking a passionate Graduate Learning Support Assistant to start in September.This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates considering careers in education or psychology, offering invaluable hands-on experience working with children in need of support.Candidates

Year 4 TeacherBillericay, Essex Are you an experienced and qualified Primary Teacher seeking a new challenge for April 2026? Billericay, Essex Year 4 Teacher £130-£220 per day Interviews commencing immediately! Very supportive Head teacher and SLT A happy working environment where

Graduate Teaching Assistant – Full-Time (ASAP Start).Are you a graduate looking to kick-start your career in education, counselling, or psychology? Here’s an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience while making a real difference to students' lives as a Graduate Teaching Assist

Primary School PPA Teacher - Havering, LondonAre you an experienced primary school teacher looking to cover PPA at a great primary school based in Havering, London from April 2026?Are you tired of the full time class teacher responsibilities but still want to teach children?Would you be happy delive

A special education institution in Hackney seeks dedicated Teaching Assistants for SEN roles starting September 2026.Ideal candidates will have a psychology degree and a passion for helping students with special educational needs, especially autism.Responsibilities include supporting students indivi

Key Stage 2 Class Teacher Join this Warm and Welcoming Primary School in Grays, Thurrock A thriving primary school is excited to be recruiting a Key Stage 2 Class Teacher to join their caring and inclusive 2-form entry primary school in Grays.Whether you're an experienced teacher or an ECT, we woul

An outstanding high school in Greater London is seeking a dedicated Head of Year to join their team from September.This vital role combines pastoral leadership with teaching responsibilities, allowing a passionate educator to inspire students while leading them towards personal development.The ideal

Classroom Assistant Inspire Young Minds in ChippenhamLocation: Mainstream Primary School, Chippenham Start Date: ASAP Salary: £85 - £100 per day Hours: Full-Time (8:30am - 3:30pm)Do you have a passion for education and a natural ability to connect with children? Are you patient, motivated, and eag

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Cover Supervisor - Secondary and Middle SchoolsSchools in Redditch, Studley and Bromsgrove require confident Cover Supervisors for flexible short term cover and long term positions.Do you have experience in a Cover Supervising role or a background of working with young people? Would you like to deve

Part time, full time, availability when suits you best!.We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and adaptable Primary Supply Teachers to work across Primary Schools in and around Southampton.Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.Recent experience teachi

YEAR 4 PRIMARY TEACHER REQUIREDAcademics are supporting a warm, welcoming and well-resourced primary school in Stoke-on-Trent who are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Year 4 primary Teacher to join their team on a supply basis thorugh Academics for the Summer Term.

Secondary Teachers Wanted - Berkshire and Surrounding Areas.Quantum Scholars are currently looking to connect with qualified and experienced secondary teachers based in Berkshire and the surrounding areas.We work closely with a network of supportive and well-regarded secondary schools that are regul

Reception Class Teacher - SouthamptonSeptember StartWith Academics - A Leading Education Specialist AgencyAcademics are seeking an passionate Reception Class Teacher to join our client Primary School in Southampton.

If you are a graduate interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant position, please contact Ryan Pike at Academics Ltd on 01182145080 or apply directly to this advert.

KS1 Phase Leader - Havering, LondonAre you an experienced KS1 Primary Teacher looking for the next steps in your career and ready to become a KS1 Phase Leader?Perhaps you are an experienced KS1 Primary Teacher with middle leadership experience and seeking a new challenge for September?Do you have ex