Science Technician
Altrincham College, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA15 8QW8 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
22 November 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
8 November 2024
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 16.5 hours/week, exact working hours to be discussed at interview, Term-Time only (plus 1 week)
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- £9,859 - £10,676
What skills and experience we're looking for
We seek to appoint an enthusiastic candidate to work as a Technician supporting the Science department in delivering the practical aspects of Science courses across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.
The successful candidate will be supported by the Senior Science technician and the Head of Department and will work as part of a three-technician team.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
- Delivering and collecting equipment from classrooms/labs.
- Checking and restocking classroom/lab glassware and equipment.
- Assembling practical equipment and materials for specific lessons as requested.
- Cleaning equipment and glassware where necessary.
- Maintaining a tidy and organised workspace.
- Supporting health and safety within the Department.
- Assisting and advising teaching staff.
- Performing computer-based admin tasks as directed (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
- Repairs and maintenance of equipment.
- Safely handling chemicals (training provided).
Previous detailed Science knowledge is not a pre-requisite but a general interest would be an advantage. The successful candidate must have the ability to work in an organised and efficient manner, have excellent attention to detail, and above all be honest, conscientious and determined.
Previous school experience is not necessary but you should be comfortable in a busy secondary school environment and be willing to undergo enhanced DBS checks and Safeguarding training.
What the school offers its staff
Altrincham College places a high value on professional development; CPD opportunities will be available to the successful applicant.
This post offers the opportunity to join a great place to work where you will be supported by a hugely talented staff team.
On site canteen and free on-site parking.
Flexible working opportunities
The exact working hours for this part-time role will be discussed at interview.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to recruitment@altrinchamcollege.com
CVs are not accepted.
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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Altrincham College
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 978 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Altrincham College website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@altrinchamcollege.com
- Phone number
- 0161 980 7173
Altrincham College (part of the South Manchester Learning Trust) is an over-subscribed 11-18 Academy set in the pleasant South Manchester suburbs of Hale/Timperley and on the Manchester/Trafford border. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.
Altrincham College places a high value on professional development and CPD opportunities are available to all staff.
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