Science Technician
Catmose College, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6RP3 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
27 August 2025 at 9am
Date listed
14 July 2025
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time, part time: 24 hours per week (negotiable) term-time only (37 weeks), plus 6.5 hours pa for staff training = 54.41% pro rata
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £24,648 - £26,282 pa FTE
Actual salary
- £13,411 - £14,300 pa pro rata at 54.41% FTE.
What skills and experience we're looking for
Science is a highly valued subject at the College with a large number of our students opting to study Triple Science at GCSE with subsequent high progression through to A-level, at our partner school Harington. We are looking to recruit a Science Technician to support our teachers so they can deliver high-quality engaging practical sessions.
The successful candidate will be joining a skilled team of science technicians who bring a wealth of experience from either a commercial science background or the educational sector. Training will be provided for a can-do person who possesses strong practical skills and an eye for detail.
Our science technicians are integral to the successful running of the subject and they work closely with teaching staff to enhance the experience students have within the subject. The team also contribute to experiences outside of the classroom such as a week-long science event along with supporting trips and visits. In recent years this has included visiting Woolsthorpe Manor (home of Sir Isaac Newton), participating in a robotics roadshow and helping prepare students for success in the Salters Chemistry Festival.
There are outstanding science facilities throughout the Federation with purpose-built laboratories offering excellent teaching resources and access to a range of well organised science equipment. For a suitably experienced member of staff there are opportunities to support the more detailed A level experiments. Both Catmose College and Harington School are part of the Rutland and District Schools’ Federation, both of which have been graded outstanding by Ofsted.
JOB PURPOSE
To complement the work of a teacher, supporting the learning of students through practical work to ensure outstanding progress is made in science. Science technicians provide technical and practical support to maintain the efficient day to day running of the science team.
DUTIES
SUPPORT FOR THE TEACHER
- To work in partnership with the teacher to support students with practical work when required.
- To advise teaching staff on the safe usage of equipment and provide training in the use of new equipment where appropriate.
- To assist in the development of practical activities as appropriate under the guidance of a teacher.
- To provide basic first aid where necessary.
SUPPORT FOR THE CURRICULUM
- To prepare standard solutions, practical equipment and other appropriate resources for use in lessons by students and teaching staff.
- To assist with stock control for the faculty inc. apparatus, chemicals and stationery.
- To maintain a system of regular checking, repair and replacement of practical apparatus.
- To advise the team leader and site manager of any laboratory defects.
- To maintain a high standard of health and safety including record keeping of safety checks and the preparation of risk assessments.
- To ensure all apparatus is kept clean and in good condition.
- To prepare glassware and other items of apparatus where required.
- To contribute to the overall ethos of the Federation in order to ensure an environment which is calm, purposeful and happy.
- To participate in training and other learning activities as required.
- To supervise students on planned trips, visits and out of school activities as required.
FEDERATION
- To familiarise yourself and comply with the Federation rules, policies and procedures in force including those contained in the Staff Handbook.
- Support the vision and ethos of the Federation.
- Uphold routines for learning and uniform.
- Contribute to monitoring and evaluating the success of the Federation.
- To proactively respond to issues identified in the Transformation Plan to bring about sustained improvement.
- Contribute to the range of extra-curricular opportunities on offer to students.
- Any other reasonable duties as requested by the Executive Principal.
What the school offers its staff
Staff are able to enjoy many additional benefits that come as part of working within the Federation. These include, amongst others:
- A commitment to continued professional development.
- Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7/365.
- Priority admission for children of staff to the College and Primary.
- Outstanding facilities.
- A broad range of opportunities to engage in extracurricular trips and activities.
- Highly rated average final salary Government Pension Scheme.
- A subsidised restaurant, refectory and orangery.
- Complimentary lunch on staff training days.
- Cycleshare scheme salary sacrifice for bike purchases.
- 15 weeks of school holidays per annum.
- Free parking.
- Access to staff gym.
We are committed to beingan inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates looking for a variety of flexible working arrangements.
If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Alex Emmerson, (Link Vice Principal) who may be contacted via emailaemmerson@catmosecollege.com
HOW TO APPLY
Application forms and information are available online atwww.rutlandfederation.com
or by emailingoffice@rutlandfederation.com.
- You should write a letter of application on no more than 2 sides of A4.
- You should complete all sections of the application form.
- On the form clearly state the names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of two professional referees; it is our usual practice to ask for references before shortlisting and always to ask for references before interviews.
- It is a condition of employment that you can provide proof of identity and qualifications gained.
- Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
- Further information is within our Staff Recruitment Policy which can be found online atwww.rutlandfederation.com/policies
Please note that due to the high number of applications we receive for positions, your application is unlikely to be considered if you do not follow these requirements. CVs are not accepted. The closing date is 9am on Wednesday 27 August 2025. You should send your application to Stuart Williams, Executive Principal, Catmose College, Huntsmans Drive, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6RP.Applications can also be emailed tooffice@rutlandfederation.com
Further information about the job
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates looking for a variety of flexible working arrangements.
If you require further information before submitting an application, please telephone Sheryl Wilson on 01572 770066 or email office@catmosecollege.com
The Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students in our care and expects all staff to share this commitment. We provide safeguarding training to all staff on an annual basis, and all staff are responsible for ensuring safeguarding, health and safety policies are implemented in line with Federation policy and current legislation. Please familiarise yourself with our Safeguarding Policy, available online at www.rutlandfederation.com/policies.
This position advertised is a ‘regulated position’ which means it will involve regular contact with children and young people; under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 it is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. This position is also ‘exempt’ from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students in our care and expects all staff to share this commitment. We provide safeguarding training to all staff on an annual basis, and all staff are responsible for ensuring safeguarding, health and safety policies are implemented in line with Federation policy and current legislation.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to office@rutlandfederation.com
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Catmose College
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1121 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Catmose College website
- Email address
- office@rutlandfederation.com
- Phone number
- 01572770066
Catmose College is an oversubscribed secondary academy school on Huntsmans Drive in Oakham, Rutland. The majority of students are drawn from the county town of Oakham and surrounding villages, although many are attracted from a wider area including Leicestershire and Melton through parental choice.
The College is one of the highest achieving in Rutland and Leicestershire. Our Ofsted report in March 2024 rated the College ‘Outstanding’ in all categories. We offer a broad range of experiences beyond the classroom to build independence, resilience and leadership skills that are critical for success in adult life.
We believe in the traditional values of education; that students do best when they are happy, behave well and are engaged in purposeful activity. Our approach blends high expectations with innovative practice to ensure that all students are able to achieve their potential. The College is about much more than just academic success, our ethos is one that embraces the whole person, not just what they accomplish in lessons but everything else that ensures they are ready for the challenges of the adult world. For example, students partake weekly in the ever-popular Electives programme, where lessons finish early to allow time for students to participate in a vast array of over 90 activities and learning, from Caribbean Cooking to Cricket, and Pottery Throw Down to Trampolining.
Students also benefit from an extremely wide array of trips and visits; in previous years these have included a performing arts trip to Liverpool, a photography trip to Iceland, cultural visits to Italy and Spain, a German exchange, a visit to the WWI battlefields and much more.
We pride ourselves on offering a bespoke approach to students’ needs, whether they are more able or need some extra support. Music, Sport and Academic Scholarships are awarded annually to students who can demonstrate excellent ability in their chosen area. The scholarships are designed to recognise exceptional talent and to provide the facilities, resources and staffing to allow high-ability students to achieve their potential.
When making decisions at the College, our guiding principle is simple, ‘Would it be good enough for our own children?’ By ensuring that the standards of everything we do meets this benchmark, we ensure that the quality of services we offer are exceptional.
Arranging a visit to Catmose College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@rutlandfederation.com.
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