In the current climate of Higher Education, many professionals, such as academics, researchers, and support staff, are navigating significant change. Whether it’s restructuring, funding pressures, or shifting institutional priorities, uncertainty can understandably affect morale and motivation across teams. Keeping your team motivated requires expert leadership. But even in the most challenging times, it’s possible to…>
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How to prepare for retirement
Are you nearing retirement and not sure how to prepare? Retirement could be a significant change, especially if you have spent decades working in a full-time job. In the article below, we shall explore some strategies to help you prepare for this life-changing event. Making financial plans You need to have a thorough look at…>
How to keep going with job applications
Have you been applying for jobs with no success? Do you at times worry that you will never get a new job? In this article, we shall explore how to keep on going when receiving lots of disappointing news throughout your job search. Applying for jobs can be challenging at times. You may have spent…>
Get Creative with a Limited Budget
See our top tips on how to stay productive with a limited budget Due to the general severity of financial strain across many industries such as Tech, the Health sector and public sectors, many Higher and Further Education institutions are looking to do more with less funding and resources. They have limited budgets which can…>
How to make your cover letter stand out
Read our guide to understand how you can make your cover letter stand out in a highly competitive job market. Producing tailored cover letters for each application you make might seem daunting, and there’s no doubt it can become a drawn-out process, but it’s essential you dedicate the time to compose targeted letters that will…>
How to Search for a Job in Higher Education
The Higher Education sector presents a variety of rewarding career opportunities. At times, however, the application process can be competitive, and you may find job hunting to be time-consuming. In this article, I have selected some key advice to support your job search. Be clear Are you thinking about changing your career, but you are…>
Office Admin Jobs
Interested in applying for a job as an Office Admin? Are you looking for a career transition within the profession? Or could it be that you have recently finished your apprenticeship or graduated? Regardless of your circumstances, jobs.ac.uk has created an Administrative Officer job profile to support and guide you with the next steps in…>
Writing Abstracts for Conferences
From draft to podium: a guide for researchers at any stage Whether you are just starting in research or are an experienced academic, writing abstracts for conferences is a continuous process of skill development. This is because it requires a unique blend of academic and communication skills that differ from writing full academic papers, as…>
Ask a Recruitment Specialist – Lucy Wide
Are you interested in a career in recruitment? Recruitment Specialist Lucy Wide, from the University of Derby, is here to answer your burning questions about recruitment and working in a university. A psychology major with years of experience in recruitment roles, Lucy brings valuable insight into recruiter career progression, portfolio management, recruitment campaigns, job…>