Learn more about manufacturing in the UK and what we will be doing to celebrate over the next few weeks.

For decades, social mobility has been a key benefit of education – whether through academic or more vocational means – and has been at the heart of the aspirations of one generation for the one which follows.

Last week, science was firmly in the news agenda thanks to two interesting and potentially significant developments which could impact the skills landscape across the industry.

Meet Kathren Matthews who is the Sales Manager in the Membership & Business Strategy Unit, supporting the Science Industry Partnership

After gaining a degree in audio engineering, Phil Haggath decided to retrain and used the apprenticeship route into a role with one of the world’s largest independent exploration and production companies, ConocoPhillips

The UK Nuclear Skills Awards is the premier skills for nuclear event. Organised on behalf of the sector by Cogent Skills and NSAN, the awards recognise and celebrate exceptional individuals and companies in the nuclear sector.

The SIP Careers Taskforce is a group of early career professionals from diverse backgrounds who share a passion for science-based careers. The Taskforce provides energy, direction and resources to the SIP’s careers outreach activities and supports the SIP Ambassadors, who work with young people, parents, teachers and careers advisers to promote the many careers available within the science-based industries.

Do you know someone who has made a significant positive impact on young people, teachers or employers through their STEM volunteering activity over the last 12 months?

If so, you should nominate them for the new Industry Ambassador of the Year Award.

Social media platforms have become powerful tools for science communication, with influencers opening up a range of fascinating concepts in a fun and engaging way.

Don’t know where to start? We’ve put together a list of ten science influencers to follow – here’s part one.

Meet Annette Valentine who is the Programme Lead for the Nuclear Skills Strategy Board.

The industrial manufacturing sector faces a serious challenge in the UK. Companies currently have 72,000 unfilled vacancies and this – combined with an ageing workforce set to result in a significant number of expected retirements over the next five years – means employers of all sizes need to take action.

The SIP Careers Taskforce is a group of early career professionals from diverse backgrounds who share a passion for science-based careers.