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🌟 National Coding Week: Give Coding a Go! National Coding Week is in full swing, bringing together enthusiasts of all ages to explore the wonders of programming. Whether you're just curious or already know your JavaScript from your Python, this week offers an excellent chance to dig into the digital world and discover the power of coding. Here are some great ways to get involved: ✔️ Dive into an online coding challenge. These virtual contests are packed with puzzles and tasks to sharpen your skills. Everyone can join in; there's nothing like the satisfaction of solving a tricky problem! ✔️ Host a code-themed game night. Imagine a lively evening of coding-themed board games or digital puzzles with friends and family. It's a fun and competitive way to learn. ✔️ Attend a virtual workshop. These workshops, delivered by experts, cover everything from beginner basics to advanced tips. It's a great way to make coding more accessible and enjoyable from the comfort of your home. Sharing the joy of coding is key to this celebration. Why not teach a friend or family member the basics? You'll be spreading valuable skills that could ignite new passions and open doors to future opportunities. Get involved and unlock your potential this week. There's no better time to see the magic of coding come alive. 💻✨ #NationalCodingWeek #Coding #TechSkills

Ever wondered how salary sacrifice works? Have you come across a company offering a salary sacrifice pension for example? 🤔 Salary sacrifice schemes can be a savvy way for employees to gain access to products or services like the Cycle to Work scheme, electric vehicles, or even extra annual leave. Employees agree to 'sacrifice' a portion of their salary before tax and NIC calculations. This way, the gross pay amount is reduced, meaning both employees and employers pay less tax and NIC. ✅ What's the difference between salary sacrifice and salary deduction, you ask? With salary deduction, the repayment amount is taken from the employee's net pay after tax and NIC are calculated. Considering the benefits, salary sacrifice schemes are worth it if employees can afford the monthly deductions. They not only save money but also contribute to other perks like reducing overall business NIC and tax bills. #SalarySacrifice #EmployeeBenefits #HRInsights

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New job day thanks to Lisa! 🎉 Not many people start a new job on a Thursday, but why not?! A couple of settling-in days before the weekend: induction, meet the team, get familiar with the systems, ready to get stuck in on Monday! And here is a lovely recommendation from the Production Manager who is starting their new role today: "Lisa was fantastic from the first point of contact to communication between myself and my employer and everything in the middle. Very responsive, fast and considerate. Highly recommended if you are looking for a new opportunity!." Enjoy your new role! And well done to Lisa 😊 #Recruiting #hsquared #stemcareers

!! Fully-funded PhD opportunity in metamaterials for wave power, starting January 2025 🌊 ⚡ Below is an opportunity to work with myself and Prof. Simon Horsley at the University of Exeter, along with a fantastic team at the University of Plymouth, researching metamaterial devices for wave power in water-wave systems. You can find out details about the funding here: https://lnkd.in/ewd9-Vvk and the full project description here (under physics and astronomy): https://lnkd.in/ej4wpgDN Please note that studentships are only available to 'Home students'. To be classed as a Home student, you must meet the following criteria: • Be a UK National (meeting residency requirements), or • Have settled status, or • Have pre-settled status (meeting residency requirement) or, • Have indefinite leave to remain or enter The deadline for applications is Friday 4th October 2024. Short Description: Metamaterials have allowed unprecedented control of wave propagation across almost all wave regimes, from electromagnetism to elasticity. They comprise strategically placed building blocks (meta-atoms) that endow a material with exotic effective material properties, determining for example the wave speed, or energy absorption, that aren’t usually possible to achieve naturally. The harvesting of wave energy by metamaterials has emerged as a disruptive technology that requires input from physicists, mathematicians, and engineers. Given the inexorability of offshore ocean waves, metamaterials for wave power offer a potential for enhancing the efficiency of renewable energy sources. This project will develop a new collaboration between the Centre for Metamaterial Research and Innovation (CMRI) at the University of Exeter, and the Supergen Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Hub at the University of Plymouth. the University of Plymouth’s Centre for Decarbonisation and Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE), which hosts the Supergen ORE Hub – a £16.5M EPSRC funded programme which provides research leadership to connect academia, industry, policymakers and the public, inspire innovation and maximise societal value of offshore renewables. The goal of this project is to adapt established design techniques to explore a range of submerged metamaterials for applications in offshore renewable wave power. Wave-energy harvesting will feature, although other application areas may emerge as the research develops. The project will involve mathematical modelling, simulation, and experimentation. The project takes advantage of the complementary expertise in the two institutions, with Exeter leading the design and simulation, with experimental realisation and a deep knowledge of fluid dynamics provided by Plymouth, using their state-of-the-art Coastal, Ocean and Sediment Transport (COAST) laboratory.

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We are delighted to launch the Royal Society’s STEM Research career roadmap website, designed to support current and prospective researchers to navigate STEM research careers. Start your journey today! https://lnkd.in/eJxskB27

Some great advice for anyone getting ready to attend an interview 💡 📖 ❇ Failing to prepare is preparing to fail! ❇ #interview #interviewprep #hsquared #stemcareers

🎉 Happy Birthday to our wonderful Mike! 🎉🎂 He's the man behind the scenes who makes everything run smoothly at H Squared Talent. Mike, you may be the one hunting out amazing candidates, answering our calls, and taking messages when we're on the phone, but your contributions go far beyond that. From handling our IT hiccups to all the ideas you bring to get us working better, you're an indispensable part of our team. Your dedication and hard work do not go unnoticed, and today, we just want to take a moment to say a massive THANK YOU! 🙌 #Birthday #TeamAppreciation #hsquared

A lovely recommendation for Ashlea 🎉 Ashlea received this from a Finance Director who recently started their new role: "From start to finish Ashlea did a fantastic job of keeping me informed. Always available and ready to help with any questions or just simply being there as a sounding board. Coming from a brief career break it was great to have someone so friendly and knowledgeable to guide me through the process. I cannot recommend Ashlea highly enough!" If you're on the lookout for your next role, or you're an equipment manufacturer looking to add to the team, get in touch! https://lnkd.in/e7a3YA35 #Recruiting #hsquared #stemcareers