Science Technician
Parkstone Grammar School, Poole, Dorset, BH17 7EPThis job expired on 28 June 2024 – see similar jobs
Job start date
2 September 2024
Closing date
28 June 2024 at 9am
Date listed
17 June 2024
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 20 hours a week
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £23,893 - £25,979 FTE
Actual salary
- £11,007 - £11,968
What skills and experience we're looking for
- The Science technician team will have joint responsibility for the short, medium- and long-term management of technical support in the science department. This will include supervising and planning the work of the Laboratory Practical Assistant, by providing regular daily/weekly/monthly schedule that includes all of the science department laboratories and prep rooms
- It is expected that each technician will undertake appropriate training (in-house and through external providers) to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to carry out the work.
Essential qualities/skills/experience required:
- Relevant Science qualifications to a minimum of A Level or equivalent standard
- Ability in particular to provide technical support in the Chemistry area as directed by the Head of Chemistry
- Good team skills and adaptable, pro-active attitude to problem solving and communication
- High levels of IT skills
- Ability to work well under pressure
- An interest in the development of young people and Science education
- Ability to build and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with colleagues and students
Desirable but not essential:
- Previous experience working in a secondary school environment, as a Science Technician
- Knowledge and/or experience of using data logging technology to enhance practical work in Science
The range of technical support required covers Integrated Science courses in Years 7 and 8 to Separate Science GCSE in Years 9, 10 and 11, through to A Level classes. The successful candidate must therefore have a balance between high level technical skills and broader knowledge of technical requirements across the Science subjects to support the Technician Team.
What the school offers its staff
Parkstone is pleased to be able to offer all staff members the following benefits
Core Benefits
- A contributory pension scheme relevant to your role (including access to Teacher and Local Government Schemes).
- Occupational sick pay.
- Tailored Continuous Professional Development (CPD) through the South Central Teaching Hub.
- Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - confidential support network that offers expert advice and compassionate guidance 24/7 covering a wide range of issues, such as: Legal Information, Bereavement Support and Online CBT among much more.
- All staff are entitled to a ‘Golden Day’ once a year – a paid day off or part time equivalent.
- Free Yoga and Pilates sessions throughout the term.
- Termly Staff Wellbeing and Workload groups to raise and solve issues.
Flexible Benefits
- Cycle to work scheme
- Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme through Love Electric
Commitment to safeguarding
Parkstone Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service. The school is also committed to a policy of equal opportunity.
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About Parkstone Grammar School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 1222 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Parkstone Grammar School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@parkstone.poole.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01202605605
Parkstone Grammar School is an excellent place to work. Staff and students are happy, well cared for and well supported. We place a high priority on staff wellbeing and ensure that there are opportunities to support our staff. From free tea and coffee in the staffroom every day to activities such as Yoga and Pilates which are provided for free of charge. We also have an employee assistance scheme where confidential advice and support is available for staff as and when they need it. The staff wellbeing and workload committee meets regularly with the Headteacher to discuss all aspects of work in school to ensure that we have the best balance possible for staff to thrive.
Arranging a visit to Parkstone Grammar School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@parkstone.poole.sch.uk.
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