Science Technician
The Cotswold School
Science Technician
£25979
The Cotswold School, Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 0b4ec4244af84eed8a4f3e72ebaa966a
Full Job Description
Reports to: Governors, Head of Science, Estates and Compliance Manager
Contract: Permanent, Full/Part Time available, Term Time Only
Hours: Between 20-37 hours per week
Pay: Grade 5, Point 11 of the NJC Local Government Pay Scale (£25,979 per annum)
Closing Date: Monday 3rd June 2024 at 9am
From September 2024, we are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and hard working Science Technician to support the Science Department, prepare for KS3, KS4 and KS5 lessons and maintain health and safety requirements. The ideal candidate will have previously worked in a school laboratory setting and have a scientific background or interest. The Technicians play a key role in the success of our Science Department, currently we have a team of three.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:
- Helping teaching staff to prepare for laboratory practical lessons and experiments in the Science Department
- Assisting in keeping the laboratory clean, tidy and a safe environment for all
- Commitment to following all health and safety procedures within a laboratory environment
- The ability to work well in a team or independently
- Support from an experienced Science Department and team of Technicians
- Full training, although knowledge of general science, experience in a laboratory or a science background are desired
- First Aid at Work qualification
- Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
- Employee benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme & Cycle to Work scheme
- Free onsite parking including electric car charging points
- A commitment to staff well being
- Helping teaching staff to prepare for laboratory practical lessons and experiments in the Science Department
- Assisting in keeping the laboratory clean, tidy and a safe environment for all
- Commitment to following all health and safety procedures within a laboratory environment
- The ability to work well in a team or independently
Support from an experienced Science Department and team of Technicians - Full training, although knowledge of general science, experience in a laboratory or a science background are desired
- First Aid at Work qualification
- Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
- Employee benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme & Cycle to Work scheme
- Free onsite parking including electric car charging points
- A commitment to staff well being
WE CAN OFFER YOU:
The candidate will contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of the children and young people with regard to the Keeping Children safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines and Area Child Protection Procedures. The Cotswold School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, Governors, visitors and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
The candidate will contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of the children and young people with regard to the Keeping Children safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines and Area Child Protection Procedures. The Cotswold School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, Governors, visitors and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.