There are some common mistakes made by candidates when faced with the task of writing a cover letter. From the one sentence letters along the line of: ‘Please consider me for the position of ____’ , to the generic template letter where only the job title and addressee have been changed, a bad cover letter can […]

During a recruitment campaign, employers are likely to be inundated with CV’s and applications, and it is becoming increasingly common for companies to use the telephone interview as a first step in the screening process, to whittle down the list of candidates they will invite for a face-to-face meeting. Although you  might welcome the idea […]

There are many reasons you might have gaps on your CV, but it’s important to present and explain any gaps in a positive and productive way in order to avoid ruining your chances of securing an interview. To employers, candidates with employment gaps can appear risky, but here are Flame Health’s tips to navigate any […]

100% Optical  will be taking place from 16th – 18th February 2014 at the ExCel in London. Bringing together everybody within the Optical world, from Ophthalmologists to Buyers, Designers to Dispensers, 100% Optical is London’s newest design-led optical trade show. One of the main features at 100% Optical will be Ask an Expert, a centre for […]

The competition for jobs can seem overwhelming sometimes; and your chances of success decrease with every application made by somebody else. This is true of many different jobs on all rungs of the career ladder, but one group of candidates which can face the fiercest competition, and usually have little or no work experience to […]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all the team here at Flame Health!

Flame Vets are keen to speak with Veterinary Surgeons and Veterinary Nurses across the UK. We are currently recruiting for some fantastic opportunities for both Surgeons and Nurses in a wide variety of locations. So if you are a Veterinary professional seeking a change of scenery and an exciting new challenge, Flame Vets are here […]

It is becoming increasingly common for recruiters to use social media as a tool for finding candidates and attracting clients. But as recruiters and job-hunters alike become more comfortable with social media on a professional level, will the role of the recruitment consultant still be needed in the future? Here at Flame Health, we utilise […]

The consultants here at Flame Health have heard it all when it comes to challenging and sometimes bizarre interview questions! We understand that if a questions throws you, it can leave you reeling for the rest of the interview, putting your chances of being successful and securing the job at risk. So here is our […]

Veterinary Nurse Opportunity – Hove Our client are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join an established and friendly team at a practice based in the desirable, coastal location of Hove. The position will be full-time hours (40 per week); part-time would be considered, but full-time would be preferred. The ideal candidate will be cheerful and […]

Flame Pharma are pleased to be working on some exciting roles within bio-pharmaceuticals in Ireland. Associate Group Leader (BioPharmaceuticals) Opportunity – Ireland We are working with one of the world leaders in providing analytical services, drug development and research services. They are recruiting for an Associate Group Leader to provide support to our bio-pharmaceutical department by providing management […]

A poll conducted by Chemist and Druggist (chemistanddruggist.co.uk) has revealed that four fifths of pharmacists would welcome prescription payment exemptions being replaced by a universal charge. However, concerns have been raised by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) that a flat rate charge for everybody would disadvantage those who need the most medicines, as well as those […]

A new invention designed by a researcher from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, which may be able to prevent blindness in some the poorest parts of the world, is currently being tested in Kenya. It comes in the form of a modified smartphone which can check for cataracts and perform a basic vision test […]

Flame Health Pharmacy were shocked to learn that £300m of drugs are currently being thrown away each year. This is for a variety of reasons, according to Clare Howard, NHS England’s deputy chief pharmaceutical officer, including: ‘the ways in which medicines are developed, doctors’ prescribing habits, the ways in which “repeat” medicines are ordered, and of course patients’ […]

Staff Grade Psychiatrist Opportunity – Darlington Salary of up to £75,000 p.a. Flame Care are looking to recruit Staff Grade Psychiatrists (Staff Grade Doctors) on either a permanent basis or for a sessional fixed term (pro rata salary) contract. This will be to work at a forensic secure hospital that provides high quality mental health […]