Science Technician (Chemistry)
Wood Green School, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 1DX13 days remaining to apply
Closing date
14 July 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
30 June 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £18,055.00 Annually (Actual)
Science Technician (Chemistry) job summary
Science Technician (Chemistry)
Grade 6 - Term time only (39 weeks)
29 hours per week
Wood Green is an oversubscribed 11-18 Academy school in the thriving town of Witney, 10 miles west of Oxford. Our strong reputation and results improving year-on-year have led to a rapid rise in student applications. We believe strongly in a culture of mutual respect and strong relationships, demonstrated in our Behaviour Policy built on restorative principles and everything is underpinned by our LEARNWell values.
We are looking to recruit a Science Technician to co-ordinate the use of practical resources and facilities and provide assistance and advice in meeting the practical needs of the Science curriculum, in particular Chemistry lessons. This will involve preparation of chemicals, and liaising with staff. This role may appeal to someone who is interested in pursuing a career in teaching as well as anyone who would like to further their experience of working in a school setting within Science.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Pay scale: Grade 6, Point 10 Actual salary (39 weeks 29hrs/week): £18,055
Hours: 29 hours a week over a five day week with some flexibility on start and finish times (generally 8.30-14:30) term time only (39 weeks)
To apply for this post, please apply via MyNewTerm. If you have any questions, please contact Matthew Howes at hrwest@acertrust.org.uk
The closing date is 12pm 14th July with interview dates likely to be 17th July. Applications are considered as they are received, we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date.
Wood Green School and the Acer Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism; all staff must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and obtain any other statutorily required clearance. Employment will also be conditional on the receipt of at least two acceptable references (one from current/last employer) and evidence of the formal qualifications required for the role. Wood Green School is an equal opportunities employer.
Commitment to safeguarding
Wood Green School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the health, safety and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into contact in the course of their duties. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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 Wood Green School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1291 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Wood Green School website
Wood Green is an over subscribed 11-18 Academy school in the thriving town of Witney, 10 miles west of Oxford. Our strong reputation and results improving year on year have led to a rapid rise in student applications. We believe strongly in a culture of mutual respect and strong relationships, and everything is underpinned by our LEARNWell values.
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