Jobs of the week # 18, June 14th
🔬 Apprentice Trainee Archaeological Officer – Archaeological Research Services
Dig up the past for a living. A paid, structured apprenticeship where you'll excavate, survey, and record sites across the UK — earning a Level 3 Archaeological Technician qualification via Cirencester College. Particularly seeking applicants from the Gloucestershire area.
💰 £24,800 | 📍 Cheltenham office (fieldwork UK-wide, accommodation provided) | ⏰ Closes 30 June 2026
You need: Strong demonstrable interest in archaeology — studying or interested in History or Geography helps. Physical fitness for outdoor work year-round. Full UK driving licence essential.
The catch: Fieldwork is UK-wide and can involve overnight stays and occasional Sunday travel. You'll need to commute daily to your base office (Cheltenham) when not on site.
🔗 Apply
🔬 Radiotherapy Physics Intern – UHBW
Use the same physics used to treat cancer patients at Bristol's specialist oncology centre — working on real service development projects, treatment planning, and equipment quality control.
💰 £25,500 — £27,500 pro rata | 📍 Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre, BS2 8ED | ⏰ Closes 14 June 2026
You need: BSc in Physics or Medical Physics (studying or obtained). Python scripting essential. Emotional resilience required — you'll be working in an oncology setting.
The catch: Fixed term 1 month. Requires comfort working around cancer patients.
🔗 Apply
🏫 Teaching Assistant Apprentice (SEND) – Oasis Academy New Oak
Support children with special educational needs at a Bristol primary school — working alongside teachers to help SEND pupils learn, build independence, and thrive in the classroom.
💰 £8.58/hr (~£16,400/yr) rising to National Minimum Wage after 12 months | 📍 Hengrove, Bristol BS14 9SN | ⏰ Closes 10 June 2026
You need: 5 GCSEs at grade C/4+ including English and Maths. Passion for working with children. Previous experience with children desirable but not essential.
The catch: Enhanced DBS check required. May involve personal care support (toilet training, nappy changing) for pupils with SEND.
🔗 Apply
🌿 Wildlife Fundraiser – RSPB
Travel across Bristol and the surrounding area in a company van, inspiring members of the public to support nature conservation — no fundraising experience needed, full training provided at HQ in Sandy, Bedfordshire (travel and accommodation covered).
💰 £27,500–£29,000/yr | 📍 Bristol (travel across local area) | ⏰ Closes 7 June 2026
You need: Full UK driving licence. Confident talking to people. No wildlife knowledge or fundraising experience required.
The catch: 3 out of 4 weekends per month required. Outdoors in all weather. Working towards individual and team donation targets.
🔗 Apply
🏗️ Civil & Structural Engineering Graduate Scheme – AtkinsRéalis
Design the infrastructure the UK runs on — roads, bridges, water networks — working towards chartered engineer status at one of the world's largest engineering consultancies.
💰 £31,000–£33,500 | 📍 Bristol (+ nationwide) | ⏰ Closes 11 June 2026
You need: Less than 2 years of experience since graduating.
🔗 Apply
♻️ Household Reuse & Recycling Centre Operative – Bristol Waste Company
Keep Bristol clean, green, and circular — directing the public on waste sorting, operating a weighbridge, running recycling initiatives, and training to drive a 360 grab on site. Part of the council's sustainability mission, with clear progression routes.
💰 £28,000/yr | 📍 Hartcliffe, Bristol | ⏰ Closes 9 June 2026
You need: Experience with customers and teamwork. Understanding of health and safety. No formal qualifications required — training provided for all specialist equipment.
The catch: Wednesday–Sunday shift pattern (no Monday/Tuesday).
🔗 Apply
🌱 Customer Contact Co-worker – Triodos Bank
Be the human face of Europe's leading ethical bank — handling calls, secure messages, and social media queries for customers who bank because they care about the planet. Non-contributory 8% pension from day one, private medical, and 27 days holiday.
💰 £26,000/yr | 📍 Bristol Head Office (hybrid, 2–3 days in office) | ⏰ Closes 14 June 2026
You need: Strong customer service skills and a genuine passion for sustainability. No banking or finance experience required — full training provided.
🔗 Apply
🏢 Community Associate – Runway East
Be the face of Bristol's favourite start-up workspace — running events, building relationships with founders and entrepreneurs, and keeping one of the city's most vibrant co-working communities ticking. B Corp employer, regular team trips abroad (Barcelona, Rhodes, Vilnius).
💰 £28,000/yr | 📍 Bristol (with 1–2 days/week cover at Bath) | ⏰ Rolling — apply soon
You need: Experience in hospitality, front of house, or high-touch customer service. Confidence with a wide range of people, from start-up founders to senior execs.
The catch: ~50% of your time is site checks, cleaning, and maintenance — it's an active, on-your-feet role, not desk-based.
🔗 Apply
🥕 Supply Chain Business Development Manager – Equilibrium Markets
Help farms sell directly to schools, caterers, and hospitals through an award-winning Bristol food tech platform — named Guardian Food Tech Pioneer and BBC Food & Farming Awards finalist. 2-year development programme.
💰 £29,500 | 📍 Remote and field-based | ⏰ Closes 30 June 2026
You need: Strong communication and listening skills. Comfortable working commercially with targets. No supply chain or SaaS experience required — they'll teach you.
🔗 Apply
🎮 Junior Social Media Executive – We Are Reach
Create daily social content around the biggest video game releases for a globally recognised gaming client at a multi-award-winning creative agency — pitching reactive content, building channels, and briefing the studio team. PlayStation Plus, Netflix, and Headspace all included.
💰 £26,000/yr | 📍 Bath (office-based) | ⏰ Closes Friday 26 June 2026
You need: Expert knowledge of games and gaming culture. Familiarity with X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook. Basic Adobe (Photoshop/Premiere Pro) skills. No professional experience required — your own channels count.
The catch: 12-month fixed term. Office-based in Bath. On-camera appearances may be required.
🔗 Apply
🌱 Trainee Woodland Creation Officer – Avon Needs Trees
Plant 160,000 trees across the Chew Valley. They'll train you in chainsaw use, tractor driving, GIS mapping, fencing, and habitat creation from scratch — all funded.
💰 Paid | 📍 Lower Chew Forest, Chew Valley (some hybrid) | ⏰ Rolling — apply early
You need: Passion for woodland or nature. Aged 18–30. Must have faced a barrier to education or employment. Must not be currently employed or working in forestry/arboriculture.
🔗 Apply
🎮 Junior Social Media Executive – We Are Reach
Create daily social content around the biggest video game releases for a globally recognised gaming client at a multi-award-winning creative agency — pitching reactive content, building channels, and briefing the studio team. PlayStation Plus, Netflix, and Headspace all included.
💰 £26,000/yr | 📍 Bath (office-based) | ⏰ Closes Friday 26 June 2026
You need: Expert knowledge of games and gaming culture. Familiarity with X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook. Basic Adobe (Photoshop/Premiere Pro) skills. No professional experience required — your own channels count.
The catch: 12-month fixed term. Office-based in Bath. On-camera appearances may be required.
🔗 Apply
💡Extra Opportunities!
👗 Smart Works Bristol — Free interview coaching and clothing
If you've got an interview coming up and don't feel ready, Smart Works Bristol offers a completely free two-hour appointment: professional interview clothing to keep, plus one-to-one coaching to prepare. No charge, no catch. Open to any woman aged 16+ who is unemployed and based in the South West. 67% of clients get the job within a month of their first appointment.
📍 Easton Business Centre, Bristol BS5 | 📞 0117 941 5391
💰 King's Trust Development Awards — Grants up to £500
If money is the thing standing between you and a course, a licence, a uniform, or getting to a new job, the King's Trust can help. Development Awards are grants of up to £500 for 16–25 year olds who aren't in education, employment or training — covering course fees (up to Level 3), tools and equipment, job licence fees, and travel costs until your first pay slip. No repayment required.