Overview of role

📍 Location: Allied Technical Centre, Maidenhead
🕒 Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday (Day shift)
💰 Salary: Competitive

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Allied Technical Centre (ATC) at Allied Milling and Baking as a Scientific Assistant on a 6-month fixed term contract.

Working at our Maidenhead Head Office, you will join a specialist group of five supporting our Cereals, Milling & Baking Science function. Reporting to the Head of Cereals, Milling & Baking Science, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on laboratory experience within the food industry.

The team plays a key role in analysing cereal grains, flour and baked products, supporting the quality and development of products across the business.

This role would suit someone with an interest in science or food who is keen to develop practical experience in a laboratory environment and learn from a highly experienced team.

Key Accountabilities

You will:

• Support laboratory activities within the Cereals, Milling & Baking Science team
• Carry out analysis of cereal grains, flour and baked products, with a focus on wheat testing and pilot flour milling
• Manage sample administration and tracking
• Record and maintain accurate laboratory data to support traceability and quality standards
• Ensure all analysis is carried out in line with laboratory methods and procedures
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Milling & Baking Science team
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised laboratory environment
• Support the team in delivering work to agreed priorities and deadlines
• Participate in a weekend rota for shelf-life testing (typically one short session every 2–3 weeks)

The role is primarily laboratory based, with approximately 80% laboratory bench work and 20% desk-based activities.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic about science and keen to learn in a hands-on environment.

You will ideally have:

• A qualification in a science subject (such as A-Level or equivalent), or relevant experience gained in a laboratory, food or technical environment
• Good IT and organisational skills
• Attention to detail and accurate record keeping
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• A willingness to learn laboratory techniques and follow established procedures

Working Environment

This is a laboratory-based role involving bench work and periods of standing while carrying out testing and analysis.

You will be working as part of a small specialist group within the Allied Technical Centre, supporting laboratory activities related to cereal grains, flour and baked product analysis.

Benefits

✨ Time Off – 25 days annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays)- Pro rata for FTC
🩺 Health & Wellbeing Support –Simplyhealth healthcare cash plan, eye care & more
🔐 Pension & Life Assurance – Up to 10% employer contributions
🛍️ Retail Discounts – Save on 500+ major retailers
📚 Learning & Development – Career progression and upskilling opportunities
💸 Financial Wellbeing Support – Tools, advice, and access to affordable loans
🚴‍♂️ Green Benefits – Save on electric cars and bikes
🎉 Recognition & Rewards – Celebrate your milestones and achievements
❤️ Charitable Giving – Support Save the Children via payroll giving