Senior Science Technician

Cromwell Community College, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire, PE16 6UU

11 days remaining to apply

Closing date
8 November 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
16 October 2024

Job details

Job role: Other support roles
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary: £25,383.00 - £26,409.00 Annually (FTE) Actual Salary - £21,516 -£22,285 Grade E

Senior Science Technician job summary

Join Our School as a Dedicated Senior Science Technician!

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Science Technician to join our team and support the Science Department in delivering high-quality education. You will be responsible for managing the science technician team and ensuring that the school’s laboratories are well-maintained, safe, and equipped for effective teaching.

Job Title: Senior Science Technician

Location: Cromwell Community College

Salary: £25383 - £26,409 FTE

Actual Salary: £21,516 -£22,285

Contract Type: Term time only plus 3 training days, 37 hours a week

Closing Date: 8 November 2024

About us:

Cromwell Community College, part of the Active Learning Trust, is a good school which aspires to be an outstanding school. Cromwell Community College have a vibrant learning community enabling students to flourish academically and socially. Our central ethos of care, respect for the needs of others, courtesy and a warm community feel provides an atmosphere where our students can make the very best of their talents to achieve success and are inspired to fulfil their potential. Ensuring that the buildings and grounds in which they study are maintained and secure is an integral part of this experience.

The post holder will be responsible for the provision of timely and effective support to all teachers in the Science department, and the supervision and line management of Science technicians employed by the College. The post is likely to appeal to individuals with experience of working within a laboratory environment and someone with an understanding of CLEAPSS and other Health and Safety codes.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise and direct the Science Technician staff to provide timely support for teachers
Oversee the setup of practical lessons and ensure equipment is well-maintained
Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations in all labs
Advise on improvements to laboratory operations and curriculum support
Manage stock levels, budgets, and purchasing of materials and equipment
Stay updated with CLEAPSS guidance and ensure best practices are applied

Why Join Us?

Be a part of a supportive and friendly team
Gain valuable experience in a school environment
Flexible working opportunities
Vivup Benefit System
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Local Government Pension Scheme

If you’re passionate about science and looking for a leadership role, we’d love to hear from you!

Ready to make a difference? Please submit an application via the MyNewTerm website.

If you wish to discover more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Caroline Buckle by phone on, 01354 697498

The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.

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.