Lead Science Technician
Parmiter's School, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 0UU20 days remaining to apply
Start date details
May 2025
Closing date
24 April 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
28 March 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time, full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- H6/H7 plus London Fringe Allowance + Local Government Pension Scheme
Lead Science Technician job summary
An exciting opportunity to lead our specialist team of three Science Technicians. The Science Technicians are an integral part of the faculty, providing valuable support to the Physics, Chemistry and Biology teaching staff in the delivery of a dynamic Science curriculum and practicals for KS3, GCSE and A level Sciences. You will join the faculty in a brand new, purpose-built Science block with 12 high-specification teaching laboratories and bespoke preparation rooms on each of its 3 floors.
The ideal candidate will have experience working in an educational setting as a Science Technician and have a keen interest in Science. Your organised and efficient approach will contribute to the smooth running of the department.
The preferred working pattern is 08.00 - 16.00, Monday to Friday. However, we may be able to offer some flexibility and this can be discussed at the interview.
Ofsted (2024) commented “Pupils’ enthusiasm and excitement towards their learning is evident…Pupils conduct and manners are exemplary. They help and support their peers to do well. It is common practice to hold doors open for others and behave in a friendly, courteous manner. Adults enforce clear learning routines…Pupils sensibly transition between activities”.
We can offer:
A competitive salary with London fringe allowance and Local Government Pension Scheme
Bespoke CPD to suit individual career goals
Staff well-being initiatives include an online GP service, an Employee Assistance Programme, subsidised use of an on-site electric vehicle charging and complimentary use of a new on-site fitness suite.
An admission policy prioritising the children of staff (a qualifying period may apply)
Lovely school grounds in leafy surroundings with ample parking.
Parmiter’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. Applicants must declare any criminal convictions as the post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service and references from previous employers. We are required to conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates in accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance in order to identify any incidents or concerns which are publicly available online. We are an Equal Opportunities employer.
Commitment to safeguarding
Parmiter’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. Applicants must declare any criminal convictions. The post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service and references from previous employers. We are required to conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates in accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance in order to identify any incidents or concerns which are publicly available online.
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 Parmiter's School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1451 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Parmiter's School website
The Good Schools Guide describes Parmiter's as "purposeful, friendly, with an inclusive feel and a sense of both history and progressiveness".
Parmiter's School relocated to the current 60 acre rural Hertfordshire site from London's East End in 1977. The school enjoys a good reputation for traditional values and academic achievement whilst maintaining a true family feel among staff and students.
Experienced teachers, newly qualified colleagues and support staff benefit from a supportive leadership team who focus on CPD and well-being as a priority.
Parmiter's is a lead partner in The Watford Partnership for Teacher Training and takes the lead on Initial Teacher Training. A number of existing teachers are accredited with being Specialist Leaders of Education.
The school is consistently over subscribed for Year 7 and Sixth Form entry. Children of staff are a priority for admission.
Please visit our website for more information and feel free to contact the school with any questions.
www.parmiters.herts.sch.uk
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