Science Technician
Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College, Sandbach, Cheshire, CW11 3NT5 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
18 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: Working hours will be 30 hours per week - Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £23364 - £25001 pro rata
What skills and experience we're looking for
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Check and provide in the laboratories, science apparatus, materials and chemical solutions, and set up equipment, including special operations, to ensure their availability in support of laboratory teaching activities, experiments, demonstrations and project coursework, and as part of GCSE and A-level practical and examination work.
Undertake inspection, operation, cleaning and minor repairs maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Identify faults on equipment and apparatus, replace serviceable items and/or liaise with contractors and suppliers to minimise disruption to teaching programmes.
Set out and clear away materials and equipment, and assist in the production of resource materials and teaching aids such as worksheets.
Provide practical support and guidance for school staff in the use of laboratory techniques, practices and processes and recommend solutions to technical problems encountered
Engage in individual or small group or activities delegated by teaching staff and support the delivery of learning activities and work programmes in workshop and science classes.
Maintain stock recording systems and provide guidance and recommendation for the identification, specification and purchase of materials and equipment.
Maintain laboratories, chemical stores (including security and accident/hazard spotting), and monitor the condition of labels on chemical products and electrical apparatus taking account of safety procedures and COSHH regulations to ensure safety of the pupils and staff.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
- The opportunity to work in an Ofsted rated ‘Good’ school.
- The opportunity to work alongside a collaborative, forward thinking Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team whose priority is to support and develop you.
- A dedicated, hardworking and supportive Creativity and Performance team all passionate about their subject.
Friendly and highly motivated students who are keen to learn and take pride in their achievements
Commitment to safeguarding
Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College is committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all our employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the “Disclosure and Barring Service” along with other stringent vetting and induction processes.
Application forms can be accessed from www.sandbachhigh.co.uk
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to Recruitment@sandbachhigh.co.uk
CVs are not accepted.
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About Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1391 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- Recruitment@sandbachhigh.co.uk
Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College enjoys a pleasant situation in the historic market town of Sandbach. As a community we work together to create a secure and friendly environment in which individuals can grow intellectually, emotionally and socially.
We are proud to be registered with ‘Investors In People’ and continue to support the development of our teachers and support staff. We offer regular training programmes as well as staff well-being activities. Our school offers an exciting, rewarding and supportive environment for all our staff enabling them to grow and build on their skills.
We take pride in being a caring and well-ordered community where everyone is encouraged to develop self-awareness and personal responsibility and play a full part in the life of the school. Our Code of Conduct is based on respect, courtesy and consideration. We make sure that students who work hard, help others and show responsibility in their behaviour are properly recognised through our awards system.
Our extensive curriculum is broad and balanced, giving all students the opportunity to develop their potential. A wide range of learning and teaching strategies is used to actively involve students in the learning process. Progress is carefully assessed and monitored.
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