Science Technician - Chemistry
Birchwood High School, Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 5BDThis job expired on 18 November 2024 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
18 November 2024 at 9am
Date listed
5 November 2024
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
- £25,119.00 - £27,334.00 Annually (Actual) Actual salary based on hours and weeks worked (inc holiday) is £17,234
Science Technician - Chemistry job summary
We are looking for a scientifically minded person who is motivated and able to use their initiative to respond to the ever-changing demands of a dynamic Science team by providing technical support to teaching staff and students, supporting across Key Stage 3 up to A Level sciences. The job involves preparation of laboratory practicals and ensuring apparatus, equipment and chemicals provided are in a serviceable condition.
Good communication skills and the ability to be organised, methodical and resourceful are essential. Other duties include reprographics and consultations with teaching staff regarding practical requirements.
The role would be suitable for a recent graduate in a scientific discipline, providing an excellent opportunity to develop key skills and knowledge, such as an understanding of Health and Safety in a school laboratory setting. Individuals interested in a career in teaching may also find that working as a science technician affords a great chance to use your scientific knowledge whilst also allowing you to gain school-based experience
This role is advertised as a term-time only contract. As such, based on the number of weeks and hours worked and inclusive of holiday, the actual pro-rated salary will be around £17,234 per annum plus fringe allowance.
To apply, please ensure that when completing the online application form you include in your statement the reason for your interest in the role, what relevant skills and experience you have that will assist you in fulfilling the expectations of the role, your values and why you want to be part of the Birchwood Community.
Applications should be submitted using the mynewtermplatform no later than 9.00am on Monday, 18th November 2024. Interviews will be held later that week.
If you would like to find out more about the role and/or arrange an informal visit to the school, please contact Louisa Atherton directly on recruitment@birchwoodhigh.org.uk.
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.
About Birchwood High School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1425 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Birchwood High School website (opens in new tab)
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