Apprentice Science Technician
The Romsey School, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 8ZB13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
February/March 2025
Closing date
24 January 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
8 January 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £9.50 Hourly
Apprentice Science Technician job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our science team for an apprentice science technician. The apprentice will be working in a school environment and will be trained by a hugely experienced colleague to prepare science practicals in Physics, Biology and Chemistry for Key Stage 3 and 4. They will also be trained in relevant health and safety matters, chemical handling, and biological hazards. They will learn how to make up different solutions of chemicals and have the opportunity to support in a classroom once fully trained.
The post is for 30 hours per week. 40 weeks per year. This would ideally begin at 8am to help ensure daily preparations are in place and end at 2.30pm but precise timings can be negotiated if needed.
Minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above (including Mathematics and English Language and a Science subject) or equivalent or having acquired relevant experience.
Daily tasks will involve:
- Tracking the senior technician for training
- Preparing lesson requests
- Liaising with teachers
- Simple repairs of equipment
- Laboratory and equipment checks
Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology
Through the training provider, CSR Scientific Training, you will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship which will include:
Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician
On-the-job competency training
Theoretical knowledge - BTEC Level 3 Applied Science
The majority of your learning will be completed online once a week with some face-to-face practical sessions/exams in Sutton Coldfield. Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology.
The apprenticeship is expected to last between 18-24 months.
The Romsey School is a very special place - a wonderful environment in which to work and learn. Our entire curriculum is based around our shared values of care, aspire and include. All students enjoy the very best experiences during their time at Romsey and leave us inspired, confident, fulfilled and ready to rise to the challenge of their future.
The Gateway Central Servicesis an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About The Romsey School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1156 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- The Romsey School website (opens in new tab)
"Your gateway to success".
Our vision is to provide a world class education for our young people.
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