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  • CouncilCambridgeshire

    Team Leader (Planning)

    Fenland District Council

    March
    Hay 1 £52,278 - £59,256
    Full time
    Listed 26 Jun 2026

    This is a key leadership role within our Development Management service. You will lead a team of planning officers managing a varied caseload of applications, from householder proposals to major development. You will play an important…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire

    Level 2 Teaching Assistant

    Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11

    Thodays Close, Cambridge, East of England, CB24 5LE
    £6,911.00 - £7,020.00 Annually (Actual)
    permanent
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 3 Jul 2026

    Level 2 Teaching Assistants required Willingham Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS check and a…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    Research Assistant/Associate £33,002 - £35,608 / £37,694- £46,049
    fixed term
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 21 Aug 2026

    The McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research invites applications for a fixed-term Research Assistant/Associate in Statistical Modelling in Archaeology. The post holder will work as part of the ERC Synergy Project 'FORAGER -…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire

    Deputy Post Award Manager

    University of Cambridge

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £35,608-£46,049
    Part time
    Listed 21 Jun 2026
    Closes 7 Dec 2026

    We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the Research Office as a Deputy Post Award Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and positive leader to contribute to a high quality professional…

  • NHSCambridgeshire

    Senior Community Nurse/District Nurse (DNSPQ)

    Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

    Cambridge CB22 3HU
    £39,959 to £48,117 a year
    Listed 27 Jun 2026
    Closes 12 Jul 2026

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Community nurse to join our Cambridge East Nursing Team. You will be working as part of a team which includes a Community Nursing Clinical Lead, Community Nurses (RN), and Healthcare…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £33,002-£35,608
    fixed term
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 26 Jul 2026

    The role holder will work within the UKRI-funded ERC advanced grant project EVOCATE. The project involves understanding and manipulation of glucomannan structure in plants, to reveal the function. The project also involves understanding…

  • NHSCambridgeshire
    Peterborough PE3 9GZ
    £49,387 to £56,515 a year
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 12 Jul 2026

    We have an exciting new opportunity for a Registered Professional with an interest in patients who are visiting our Musculoskeletal departments You will be working alongside an established, consultant and nurse led team to enable you to…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £47,389-£59,966
    fixed term
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 23 Jul 2026

    The Department of Psychology invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor in Psychology, to be taken up from 1 September 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The role holder will be an academic in an area of Psychology,…

  • CouncilCambridgeshire

    Planning Officer

    Fenland District Council

    March
    Band 4-8 (Career Grade) £27,694 - £46,142)
    Full time
    Listed 26 Jun 2026

    This is a career-grade opportunity designed to support both new entrants to planning and experienced officers looking to progress. You will work on a wide range of planning applications, developing your skills and experience over time…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £33,002-£35,608
    fixed term
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 7 Sept 2026

    Join us at the world-leading CRUK Cambridge Institute. We're a unique department of the University of Cambridge, core funded by Cancer Research UK's charitable activities, and we're eagerly searching for an experienced Research Assistant…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £33,951-£39,906 pro rata
    temporary
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 19 Jul 2026

    The Fitzwilliam Museum: Opening up the past to transform our futures. As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the…

  • NHSCambridgeshire

    Occupational Therapist

    Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

    Cambridge CB4 1PX
    £39,959 to £48,117 a year
    fixed term
    Listed 27 Jun 2026
    Closes 12 Jul 2026

    This is a fixed term/secondment for 9 months, covering secondment. We are currently looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Cambridge Adult Locality Team for 9 months secondment cover for 15…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £38,831-£73,992 OR £71,694 - £100,084
    fixed term
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 9 Jul 2026

    Research Associate (Honorary Resident Doctor/GP) £38,831 - £73,992 (clinical nodal points, level of salary will depend on the NHS training level) £71,694 - £100,084 (If you are a GP applying for the post, your salary will be determined…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £33,002-£46,049
    fixed term
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 31 Jul 2026

    Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance. A Research Assistant/Research Associate position is available immediately to work on electronic devices based on two-dimensional semiconductors. The…

  • NHSCambridgeshire

    Administration Assistant

    East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

    Cambridge CB1 3DF
    £25,272 a year
    Full time
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 12 Jul 2026

    DynamicHealth - Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Specialist Services are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and dedicated individual to join our service. We have a full time vacancy working 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire

    Institute Manager

    University of Cambridge

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £47,389-£59,966
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 20 Jul 2026

    This is an exciting opportunity to join the Institute for Technology and Humanity (ITH) at the University of Cambridge as our Institute Manager. Working at the intersection of technology and society, you will play a pivotal role in…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire

    Teaching Assistant

    Academy, ages 2 to 11

    Keeton Road, Peterborough, East of England, PE1 3JQ
    £19,351.00 Annually (Actual)
    permanent
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 10 Jul 2026

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team at Fulbridge Academy. At Fulbridge, our overriding aim is to improve the lives of the children in our care. We do this by enabling them to enjoy…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £38,831-£73,992
    contract
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 9 Jul 2026

    Clinical Research Associate in Early Phase Cancer Trials This post represents an excellent opportunity for a physician wishing to gain further experience in cancer clinical trials and, in particular Phase I and Experimental Cancer…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £33,002-£35,608 pro rata
    fixed term
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 19 Jul 2026

    This exciting post is an opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated individual who is keen to develop their quantitative research skills in a palliative and end of life care context. We are looking for a colleague to work with Dr Simon…

  • CouncilCambridgeshire
    Scott House, 5 George Street, Huntingdon , United Kingdom
    £41,958 - £44,822
    Full time
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 12 Jul 2026

    Make a real impact on the lives of children and the carers who support them Are you passionate about improving outcomes for children in care and ensuring foster carers receive the support and challenge they need to provide safe, nurturing…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    Grade 5 - £33,002 ¿ 35,608 p.a. or Grade 7 - £37,694 - £39,906 p.a.
    fixed term
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 15 Jul 2026

    An opportunity exists for a Research Assistant/Research Associate at the University of Cambridge to study strategies for ocean carbon removal. The successful applicant will join the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £37,694-£46,049
    fixed term
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 26 Jul 2026

    The role holder will work within the UKRI-funded ERC advanced grant project EVOCATE. The project involves understanding and manipulation of glucomannan structure in plants, to reveal the function. The project also involves understanding…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire

    Level 2 Teaching Assistant

    Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11

    Thodays Close, Cambridge, East of England, CB24 5LE
    £19,746.00 - £20,058.00 Annually (Actual)
    permanent
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 9 Jul 2026

    Level 2 Teaching Assistants required Willingham Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS check and a…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £47,389-£59,966
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 15 Jul 2026

    The School of Biological Sciences is seeking to appoint a Bioscience Impact and Innovation Manager to play a central role in shaping how the School's research translates into meaningful societal, economic and policy impact. Working…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £42,254-£56,535
    fixed term
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 22 Jul 2026

    Do you have great scientific and project management skills? Interested in a role which is contributing to changing lives for the better? Looking for your next challenge? We are recruiting a Sample Team Project Manager who can manage any…

  • NHSCambridgeshire

    Clinical Psychologist

    Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

    Fulbourn, Cambridge CB21 5EE
    £49,387 to £56,515 a year
    fixed term
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 9 Jul 2026

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and highly skilled Clinical Psychologist to join the Orthopaedic Psychological Support Team, a Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation (CPFT) Service on a secondment/fixed term…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire

    Level 2 Teaching Assistant

    Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11

    Thodays Close, Cambridge, East of England, CB24 5LE
    £19,746.00 - £20,058.00 Annually (Actual)
    permanent
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 9 Jul 2026

    Level 2 Teaching Assistants required Willingham Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS check and a…

  • NHSCambridgeshire

    Administrator

    East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

    Huntingdon / Cambridge PE29 7HN
    £25,760 to £27,476 a year
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 19 Jul 2026

    We are seeking an organised and enthusiastic Band 3 Administrator to join our Community Paediatric Team. This role is key in supporting the smooth running of services by providing high-quality administrative support to clinicians and…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire

    Head Chef

    University of Cambridge

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £35,608-£46,049
    Full time
    Listed 11 Jun 2026
    Closes 7 Dec 2026

    About Us The University of Cambridge is one of the world's leading academic institutions, with nearly 800 years of excellence in education, research, and innovation. We are seeking a Head Chef to join us full-time (36.5 hours, Monday to…

  • NHSCambridgeshire

    Clinical Co-ordinator / PA

    East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

    Huntingdon / Cambridge PE29 7HN
    £28,392 to £31,157 a year
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 19 Jul 2026

    We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Band 4 Clinic Coordinator / Personal Assistant to join our Neurodevelopmental Skill Mix Team within the Community Paediatric Service. This is a key role providing comprehensive…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire

    Water Safety Coordinator

    University of Cambridge

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £33,951-£39,906
    Listed 16 Jun 2026
    Closes 14 Jul 2026

    Role Introduction/ About the Role: To provide specialist technical, commercial and administrative support to the Water Safety Team in the delivery of its Water Safety management function, including, but not limited to: Legionella Risk…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire

    Student Services Officer

    CSVPA (CATS Cambridge) Jobs

    London
    £27,250 per annum
    permanent
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 3 Jul 2026

    Supporting our students to adapt to life in London, problem solving, and generally giving a very warm welcome. That’s just a few aspects of what’s involved in working for Stafford House International, London, as a Student Services…

  • NHSCambridgeshire

    Administrator

    Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

    Fulbourn, Cambridge, CB21 5EE
    £25,760 to £27,476 a year
    fixed term
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 9 Jul 2026

    We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 3 Administrator to join the newly set up Orthopaedic Psychological Support Service initially based at the Beacon Centre, Fulbourn. This post is for 30 hours per week and is fixed term until 31…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire

    Research Assistant (Fixed Term)

    University of Cambridge

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £33,002-£35,608
    fixed term
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 12 Jul 2026

    We wish to appoint a Research Assistant to a research position at the MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit, Cambridge, for a full time role duration of 1 years, in the first instance. The successful candidate will join the research…

  • NHSCambridgeshire

    Head of Data

    Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

    Huntingdon PE29 6FH
    £66,582 to £77,368 a year
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 9 Jul 2026

    An exciting opportunity exists for a talented informatics leader to contribute to the continued development of our Informatics service. This key role, within a dynamic and expanding team, will be responsible for developing and enhancing…

  • NHSCambridgeshire

    Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

    Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

    Cambridge Bio Medical Campus CB2 0AY
    £49,387 to £56,515 a year
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 26 Jul 2026

    Are you a passionate and experienced Speech and Language Therapist ready to further your career in an internationally renowned cardiothoracic centre rated as Outstanding across all domains by the CQC. If so, we want to hear from you. We…

  • CouncilCambridgeshire
    March
    Band 3 £25,583 - £27,694 (Subject to Job Evaluation
    Full time
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 9 Jul 2026

    Kickstart your career in Environmental Health Fenland District Council is offering an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Environmental Health team as an Apprentice or Trainee Environmental Health…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire

    Tutor of Chinese

    CSVPA (CATS Cambridge) Jobs

    Northampton
    £30.00 hour
    contract
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 9 Jul 2026

    ABOUT BOSWORTH INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Bosworth Independent School is a relatively small school of approximately 300 students. This enables us to offer a supportive family atmosphere, where students and staff can enjoy their work and thrive as…

  • NHSCambridgeshire

    Neurodevelopmental Practitioner

    East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

    Huntingdon / Cambridge PE29 7HN
    £49,387 to £56,515 a year
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 19 Jul 2026

    We are looking for a skilled and motivated Band 7 Neurodevelopmental Practitioner to join our new Neurodevelopmental (ND) Diagnostic Team in Cambridgeshire. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team including Community Paediatricians,…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £34,610 - £35,608 £37,694 - £46,049
    fixed term
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 23 Jul 2026

    Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance. Applications are invited for a post-doctoral research associate to join the group of Prof. Alexander Forse at the Department of Chemistry at the…

  • NHSCambridgeshire

    Principal Clinical Psychologist

    Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

    Fulbourn, Cambridge CB21 5EE
    £66,582 to £77,368 a year
    fixed term
    Listed 26 Jun 2026
    Closes 9 Jul 2026

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and highly skilled Principal Clinical Psychologist to join the Orthopaedic Psychological Support Team, a Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation (CPFT) Service on a…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £42,254-£56,535
    Part time
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 27 Jul 2026

    The Institute of Astronomy is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for research and teaching in astronomy, astrophysics and cosmology. We are seeking an experienced and collaborative finance professional to join our senior…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire
    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £33,002-£35,608
    fixed term
    Listed 25 Jun 2026
    Closes 7 Sept 2026

    Europe's top cancer charity, Cancer Research UK, has combined with the University of Cambridge to fund the world class Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute, situated on the Addenbrooke's Biomedical Campus in Cambridge. As part of the…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire

    Teacher of Business and Economics

    CSVPA (CATS Cambridge) Jobs

    Cambridge
    N/A
    Listed 24 Jun 2026
    Closes 1 Jul 2026

    ABOUT CATS COLLEGE CAMBRIDGE CATS College offers an outstanding international pre-university educational experience to students aged 14+ from all over the world. Students live and work at the custom built Cambridge campus, studying for…

  • CouncilCambridgeshire
    New Shire Hall, Emery Crescent. Enterprise Campus, Alconbury weald, Huntingdon. , United Kingdom
    £41,958 - £44,822
    Full time
    Listed 24 Jun 2026
    Closes 10 Jul 2026

    We are seeking applicants with excellent project management, analytical and communication skills to join the team who ensure there are sufficient education and childcare places in Cambridgeshire for children and young people in the 0-19…

  • NHSCambridgeshire

    Paediatric Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

    Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

    Cambridge CB2 0QQ
    £39,959 to £48,117 a year
    Listed 24 Jun 2026
    Closes 5 Jul 2026

    Are you a passionate and skilled Speech and Language Therapist looking to take the next step in your career? We're offering a fantastic opportunity to join our dynamic, friendly and highly supportive SLT service at Cambridge University…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire

    Mechanical Engineer

    University of Cambridge

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    £33,951-£39,906
    Listed 24 Jun 2026
    Closes 7 Aug 2026

    Role Introduction/ About the Role: The Role: Mechanical Engineer, Cavendish Estate. We are seeking a skilled and proactive Mechanical Engineer to join our on-site Estates team. This hands-on role is vital to ensuring the smooth operation,…

  • Public SectorCambridgeshire

    Level 2 Teaching Assistant

    Academy, ages 4 to 11

    Parkhall Road, Somersham, East of England, PE28 3EU
    Meridian Trust Grade 5 Point 5 £17,392
    fixed term
    Listed 24 Jun 2026
    Closes 8 Jul 2026

    Vacancy for Level 2 Teaching Assistant at Somersham Primary School! Salary: Meridian Trust Grade 5 Point 5 £17,392 Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday-Friday 08:45-15:15, 38 weeks per year (term time only) Fixed term contract until…

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