Industry Sectors

Firecracker are a workplace health and wellbeing organisation with a focus on food in the workplace. They use nutrition and food knowledge to empower people to make better decisions to improve productivity in the workplace.

Through a combination of nutrition programmes and coaching, Firecracker have helped over 100 businesses across the UK to improve staff performance in the workplace, and give employees the ‘fire’ they need to feel great at work.

Lincolnshire Cooperative is based in Lincoln. A co-op is owned and democratically controlled by its members. The members are the main people who benefit from the business. Co-ops vary in size, structure and even what type of work they carry out.

Co-ops with retail at their heart are probably the best known, but you can also find co-ops specialising in housing, farming, utilities and much more.

As one of the most profitable independent consumer co-operatives in the UK, we're proud to be able to offer a wide range of services from our family of businesses. Lincolnshire Co-op employs over 2,800 people throughout Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Yorkshire and Norfolk and we're always growing.

As a co-operative, we're committed to the ethical principles which are important to our members, such as Fairtrade and sourcing products locally.

Tillotts Pharma UK Ltd (TPUK) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tillotts Pharma AG, Switzerland (TPAG), and part of the Zeria Group of companies, Japan. We have R&D sites in Switzerland, manufacturing sites in Europe.  TPUK operates sales and marketing, regulatory affairs and Medical and Scientific liaison services for GI specialists in the UK. Tillotts is a speciality pharmaceutical business focused on GI health. The pharmaceutical sector requires professionals of the highest standard, what we do affects the lives of our patients, it is a worldwide business, diseases do not respect national boundaries, this means that although we are business based in Lincoln, our activities take place anywhere in the world.  The world of pharmaceuticals is very competitive as the rewards for success are high, pharmaceutical companies are usually very good employers offering interesting work, worldwide travel excellent conditions of employment and good rewards. This also means we attract high calibre people.

TPUK currently employ 35 people, the majority (25) are involved in sales and marketing, we also have regulatory and medical information services, and medical & scientific liaison (medical education). Like most businesses we have a financial and administration team who support our operational activities, this team is based in TPUK's office in Lincoln.  The job of the Regional Account Manager is our most numerous position (16), this is a front lines sales role focused on selling our treatments for IBD to consultant gastroenterologists and IBD Nurses in secondary care. Tillotts is a very people focused business and we care greatly about making improvements in the lives of our IBD patients.  This means that our sales people are trained to be experts in our products and the diseases they treat so that we can provide information and education services to our customers who are healthcare professionals.  We also attend several international congresses each years, this means that all of our sales team get to attend various conferences in European cities most years.  Tillotts staff are all self motivated bright and intelligent, and mostly work unsupervised for the majority of the time, so trust and integrity are key qualities that we seek in all employees. We work with a lot of business partners, firms that provide support services, a good example is our logistics and storage partner, this partner is an expert in the pharmaceutical supply chain, by working closely with such partners we can be sure that our medicines are stored, managed and delivered to hospitals and pharmacies in perfect condition. One essential quality that everyone employed by Tillotts possesses is a passion for our work, a genuine interest in healthcare for patients with GI conditions

The pharmaceutical sector is governed by a voluntary regulatory scheme which also means that we work to high ethical standards. Tillotts Pharma UK Ltd has a reputation as a great place to work, everyone has variety in their work with freedom and autonomy to achieve their objectives.  No two days are the same, everyday brings new opportunities and challenges, because of this we do a lot of work place training and place much emphasis on keeping up to date with medical practice in the treatment of GI diseases. Teamwork is an essential part of the job, and although most people work unsupervised and on their own initiative we are very interdependent on each other, everyone plays their part so that the business as a whole is a success.

The pharmaceutical sector is at the forefront of technology and innovation, it is one of the most successful British industries, exporting more than we import. The work ranges from scientific research, product development and improvement through to high-tech manufacturing.  The objectives of the industry is to improve health outcomes, despite what the media likes to portray in newspapers and films, nobody sets out to do harm, we are focused on improving lives.  The fate of a pharmaceutical firm is very dependent on the success of the firms most recent pharmaceutical product, this drives innovation and means that all pharmaceutical companies are looking for the next new development.  The range of roles in pharmaceutical companies varies from very scientific lab based R&D positions that attract introspective scientists  through to PR and marketing positions that require out-going and dynamic communicators.  Careers in pharmaceutical companies are life long, many people join in one role and move into new challenging positions as their careers progress.  I began my career 30 years ago as a trainee medical sales representative, I am now the Managing Director of a dynamic and growing medium sized pharmaceutical company.

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust provides acute hospital services and community services to a population of more than 440,000 people across North and North East Lincolnshire and the East Riding of Yorkshire.

Our annual budget is circa £300million and we have 850 beds across our three hospitals: the Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital in Grimsby; Scunthorpe General Hospital; and Goole and District Hospital. Every year we see more than 135,000 people in our emergency departments, deliver more than 4,500 babies, carry out around 30,000 operations, treat 120,000 inpatients and book 400,000 outpatient appointments.
Our Trust is one of the largest employers in Northern Lincolnshire and continues to grow and invest in staff as well as patients. In fact, we’ve recently been crowned winner of the Employer of the Year award at the Talent for Care awards.
We might be small and friendly, but we encourage our staff to think big. Innovation is encouraged and supported – an example of this is our award-winning unique in-house computer system we have developed, called the WebV Clinical Portal, which digitally monitors and manages patient records. We have also developed a fresh approach to recruitment which enables us to make contact with overseas networks and candidates within Europe and beyond. This has positioned the Trust as a potential place to work on a global scale within the international job market and we are attracting professionals from around the world to work on our wards.

Our vision and values are central to the way we do things on a daily basis. They set out what our patients can expect from us at every step of their journey with us, whether that is on the phone, in writing or face-to-face.

Apprenticeship Programme

Our Apprenticeship programme will focus on both your academic and professional development over the course your 13 month apprenticeship. You will be working in establishment teams who will contribute directly or indirectly to quality, patient focused care.

You can expect monthly reviews with both your line manager and your assessor to check in with your progress throughout the apprenticeship programme. This will provide you with the support that you need to aid your development. In between your monthly reviews you will be working closely with your mentor who will support you in your department on a day to day basis.

The Trust apprenticeship programme is also supported by the Trust apprentice network which is held on a monthly basis. Here you will come together with your fellow apprentices across the Trust to discuss your experience and focus on your development as a group.

Together we care, we, respect, we deliver is our shared vision and values which form a declaration of our personal and organisational purpose and intent. It was created with input from staff at every level, from cleaners and ward clerks to nurses and consultants and our Trust Board have pledged their commitment to delivering services in line with this vision.

“Inspired by Laura, our daughter and Hugo’s sister, we created Home From Home Care.

We’re looking for people from all walks of life who may or may not have experience in supporting people with a learning disability to join our team.

We offer a comprehensive training programme and real career development opportunities within great working environments.

Over the last 12 years we have developed specialist residential care homes for adults with learning disabilities and complex special needs. We are based in Dorrington, Lincoln but have home throughout the region.

Combining our family perspective with experienced professionals, we create dynamic and therapeutic services around each person in exceptional environments.

We offer a full and active life to meet personal aspirations, delivering meaningful outcomes and fulfilled days.”

We are driven by wanting to make the difference and setting high standards in everything we provide – from the design and layout of a home, to the colour of the curtains. Creating a warm and homely environment is just the start – it is the quality of the care & support that is essential to delivering fulfilled lives for all our sons and daughters.

We recognise that training is crucial to providing exceptional support.

Our twelve week Induction Programme encompasses the Skills for Care Common Induction Standards.

Mandatory, in-house training and distance learning are opportunities for accreditations, including Level 2 & Diploma in Health & Social Care.

Refresher training and additional specific training ensure we respond positively to the changing needs of each individual we support.

Training programmes are designed to be a pathway to career progression.

We're a social research and marketing agency set up to make the world a better place. We help solve society's toughest issues and we are proud to say that we have saved society millions through groundbreaking research and award winning campaigns and change programmes.

We employ researchers, behavioural scientists, psychologists, marketers, communications and PR professionals, digital content creators, designers and account managers.

Everything we do is in pursuit of making the world a better place. If you want to use your skills and talent for good - this is the place to work.

We are a leading behaviour change agency in the UK. Behaviour change and social marketing is increasingly being used across industries to engage people and is fast becoming a force for good. We are increasingly using digital tools and techniques and experiencing in digital behaviour change to make the world a better place - so lots of new products to help us lead a happier and healthier life.

It’s now been nearly three decades since we opened the very first Vision Express store in Gateshead’s Metro Centre.

We’ve come a very long way since then. But our guiding principle remains the same. And that’s to provide an unparalleled level of customer service. A truly individual service, delivered in a professional yet welcoming environment where vision is taken seriously.

Through organic growth and acquisition there are now 593 Vision Express stores across the UK, Jersey and the Republic of Ireland – from big city destinations to local high street stores. Following our recent acquisition of Tesco Opticians, you’ll now find us in Tesco stores too.

Passion

We’re passionate about service, our products and our workplace. We’re positive, enthusiastic and engaging. We always put our customers first and put 100% into making sure they look and feel great.

Welcoming

Providing a genuine, caring service, we make everyone feel welcome. We engage customers with warmth, sincerity and expertise – taking a real interest in their individual needs and taking time to explain our service and products.

Seamless Teamwork

Without seamless teamwork, we just couldn’t deliver the outstanding level of customer service for which we’re known. We respect professional standards and each other. We always do what we say we’ll do and help out wherever we can.

Learning to succeed

Training and development at Vision Express will support your ongoing success in what could be a rewarding and unique career. It will also see you become an expert at delivering a truly individual service.

Learning here is interesting, interactive and informative. It’s also fun. Whatever your role when you start, we’ll equip you with the skills, knowledge and confidence you need to take your career in the right direction.

Starting with a thorough introduction to our business, we’ve put in place a number of training programmes designed to recognise and realise true potential. Their effectiveness is reflected in the fact that nearly 80% of our managers are in place through internal promotion.

The 5% Club

We’re proud to be backing the 5% Club – a nationwide initiative which sees employers commit to having at least 5% of their workforce aged between 16 and 24 on a structured training programme. We’re proud to say that the figure at Vision Express is now closer to 5.5%. We’re the first retailer to promise to provide support and training for our graduates, apprentices and sponsored students.

Apprenticeships

For enthusiastic young people we offer a 13-month apprenticeship programme that will give them lots of useful skills and valuable retail experience, plus a Level 2 qualification in Optical Retail and the foundations of a successful future career.

The Order of St Johns have homes across the UK and have a Regional Operation office and Support centre in Lincoln.

Providing care in 69 care homes in Lincolnshire, Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, with one home located in Arundel, West Sussex.  Also, they offer a domiciliary care service in 14 extra care housing schemes in Oxfordshire, Wiltshire and Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. They employ approximately 4,000 staff and support over 3,500 residents. 

There residents are at the heart of everything we do and their well-being is paramount.  They pride ourselves on delivering care to the highest standards. They believe in person centred care. This means we try to learn as much as possible about each individual who lives with us so that we can provide them with care and support tailored to their particular needs and preferences. We also believe that our residents and day care visitors should enjoy life in an atmosphere of warmth, harmony and understanding, being cared for by people who appreciate their need for privacy and who will respect their dignity and freedom of choice.

We believe that play is the most important work and everyone can flourish if treated as an individual. 

Children’s Links is a national children and young peoples’ services charity. Our services include those that support babies, children, young people, their parents and carers, the communities they live in and other children and young people’s organisations. 
We pride ourselves on our professional workforce and our expertise across many areas of service delivery for children and young people. Children’s Links has built its business on developing work to deal with gaps in services identified by our stakeholders, parents, children, funders and the wider community. As a direct result our services support babies, children, young people, their parents and carers, the communities they live in and other children and young people’s organisations. 
We have a social enterprise called Linking Up Limited (LUL) that provides childcare voucher services nationally and a range of new products such as cycles to work, Utilities Warehouse and Nanny Payroll. Together we make up the Children’s Links Group . 

All profits generated from our social enterprise are re-invested back into the Group so we can further benefit the community. 
We aim that our work will: 
Enable children, young people and their families to gain access to and choice of quality opportunities 
Improve information on issues that affect children and young peoples’ lives 
Enable people, employers and communities to respect and meet children and young peoples’ individual needs 
Enable people to make a difference to issues that affect their lives 
Make a positive difference to children and young people and communities who are often left out or excluded

We are a proactive and agile charity that has enthusiastic experts in our current team. We offer a wide range of job opportunities from Early Years Educators, Friendship Officers and Translators to Senior Management positions. 
Our team is predominantly based in Lincolnshire and we employ 100+ currently. 
Children’s Links has a Board of Trustees / Directors who are responsible for the strategic direction of the organisation 
We are also currently seeking volunteers to join the Board to help us achieve more, could this be the opportunity you are looking for?

We put our communities needs first to achieve efficient, reliable and high quality people focused services. We are an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children, young people, families and communities. 
Our team is highly skilled, well trained and strives to provide an energetic, fun-loving service to all. 
As an innovative and growing organisation, focused on customers and stakeholders, we have grown a wide range of services in response to need and identified gaps. We have also expanded our delivery geographically. As a direct result our services include those that support babies, children, young people, their parents and carers, the communities they live in and other children and young people’s organisations. 
We are an open and honest organisation that believes in empowering everyone in the team to flourish. Can we help you to be the best version of yourself through paid or voluntary work?

The benefits of working in the voluntary sector: 
Making a difference: We contribute to many things, such as employment opportunity, community cohesion, eliminating the impact of social and rural isolation, training, educating and promoting and safeguarding. 
Job satisfaction: A recent study by Warwick University found that voluntary sector workers get more job satisfaction than those in the private and public sectors. 
The opportunity to develop skills: Working in the voluntary and community sector often means you get to develop a wider range of skills than you would anywhere else. We are always open to new ideas and we empower everyone to be more creative and think outside of the box.