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Apprenticeships: The purpose and potential of reviews
In this blog we will be considering the role of reviews in apprenticeships, exploring the potential benefits of the process, the features that can be considered for inclusion, and the positive impact they can make on both the apprentices learning progress and performance within their organisation. As considered in earlier blogs, apprenticeships work best when…
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Make a difference – Become an Assessor
Make a difference in your sector, become a Science Council assessor Are you a registrant looking for new CPD opportunities? Become an assessor with us, and support your colleagues to become recognised for their talent and skills in science. The Science Council holds new assessor training sessions in Spring and Autumn. Eligibility Criteria Hold Science…
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Dr Clare Stevenson CSci appointed as Associate Lead for Technician Commitment
The Science Council and Technician Commitment are pleased to announce that Dr Clare Stevenson CSci, Senior Scientist at the John Innes Centre (JIC) has joined the team as Associate Lead of the Technician Commitment. Clare has worked at the John Innes Centre in for nearly 25 years in technical roles. Currently her time is split…
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60% of female STEM students have prospects halted by pandemic
60% of female STEM students have had their future career prospects affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, a report finds. A whitepaper published by STEM Women has found that 60% of female STEM students have had their future career prospects affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, with 44% of female STEM students saying they have had career…
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Women in STEM: Rachel James
Rachel James, Daphne Jackson Trust Research Fellow, Centre for Discovery Brain Sciences at University of Edinburgh Reviving a research career during a pandemic: cause for concern or cautious optimism? I have worked in or around academic research for all my professional life. Indeed, academic research is where my professional heart is. At the start of…
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Apprenticeships: The Importance of Mentoring
Tom Cheek, Apprenticeship Lead at the Science Council In this blog we are going to consider the value and importance of intelligent allocation of mentors and the role they play within apprenticeships. Mentors form an essential component to the planning and delivery of an apprenticeship, that if done well, supports the apprentice to best understand…
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Women in STEM: Mousumi Chatterjee
How COVID-19 has affected my workplace and career in Science? By Mousumi Chatterjee, Daphne Jackson Trust Fellow, Brunel University, London I know this pandemic has brought a lot of people into an ocean of distress, pain and uncertainty all over the world. I am no exception like many other individuals, COVID19 has brought lots of…
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Women in STEM: Alexandra Karamitrou
Women in STEM: How has COVID-19 has affected your workplace and career in science? By Alexandra Karamitrou, Postdoctoral researcher, University of Southampton, UK Who could have thought that a pandemic will happen? And once it happened it will last for so many months! For me, as I am sure for many others as well, this…
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Apprenticeships: Imperial College London
As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2021, the Science Council interviewed Ailish Harikae, Apprenticeships Manager at Imperial College London. Which apprenticeship programmes have you utilised? At Imperial, we have more than a hundred apprentices, which includes new starters and those who have taken on an apprenticeship as CPD for their current job role. We…
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Apprenticeships: AWE
As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2021, the Science Council interviewed senior staff at AWE. Which apprenticeship programmes have you utilised? Our apprentices have a base in the apprentice academy but also gain laboratory experience in our various facilities by being attached to the scientific teams so they gain a wealth of experience and are…
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NAW21: University of Nottingham & Johnson Matthey Case Study
The Science Council collaborated with Employer Champion, the University of Nottingham, to interview Johnson Matthey on their successful partnership as a training provider for the Laboratory Science Apprenticeship Degree. Read below to find out more: What is the role of Laboratory Science Apprentices at Johnson Matthey? Our apprentices work within our Research and Development departments…
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Glowing CPD: Share your story
Have a glowing CPD record from 2020? 2020 was a challenging year, one which Science Council registrants rose to. We want to share your story – we’re taking submissions for glowing CPD case studies to showcase on our website. How did you get creative in your approach? Last year was the year that no one…
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Kelly Vere awarded MBE for services to Higher Education
The Science Council is pleased to announce that Kelly Vere, Higher Education Engagement Manager and Technician Commitment Programme Director has been awarded an MBE in the 2021 New Years Honours list, recognising her services to Higher Education. Kelly is responsible for leading on and delivering the Technician Commitment, a university and research institution initiative, led…
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5 tips for supporting technical excellence
How can you support technical excellence in your organisation? We’ve rounded up some of the most effective tips and tricks to support and develop your technical workforce. Webinars In the advent of online learning, webinars are an invaluable resource which can help develop staff knowledge and training. Why not get your team together, determine areas…
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CPD Awards 2020: Top Tips
The CPD Awards are back for 2020! This year, our winners and commendations have shared their top tips for CPD. Check below to find out how you can level up your professional development. 6th November: Rebecca Quest, CSci Winner Take a step back and look at your current situation. Consider how you would like…
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CPD Awards 2020: Winner videos
Welcome to the Science Council CPD Awards 2020. This year we’re celebrating from afar, showcasing outstanding CPD in science digitally. Our winners and special guests have created fantastic videos sharing their experiences, top tips and stories. Take a look: CSci Winner, Rebecca Quest RSciTech Winner, Russell Wilson RSci Winner, Sarah McCafferty: Helen Gordon, Science Council…
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