Senior Science Technician
The Cotswold Academy, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 2BDThis job expired on 6 June 2022
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
6 June 2022 at 9am
Date listed
4 April 2022
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time, part time: Contract: Permanent, Part Time, Term Time Only Hours: 37 hours per week, 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Thursday and 8:30am – 4pm on Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Grade 6, Points 15-20 of the NJC Local Government Pay Scale (£23,541-£25,991 FTE)
Senior Science Technician job summary
With immediate effect, we are seeking to recruit a hardworking, enthusiastic Senior Science Technician to support the Science Department, prepare for KS3, KS4 and KS5 lessons, manage the technician team and maintain health and safety requirements.
The candidate will contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of the children and young people with regard to the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines and Area Child Protection Procedures.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:
· Scientific knowledge of equipment and accuracy in preparing for laboratory practical lessons in the Science Department
· Commitment to following all health and safety procedures within a laboratory environment
· Good organisational skills to maintain the smooth running of the technical area and a full inventory of equipment
· A positive and supportive attitude with excellent communication skills to lead and manage a team of technicians
WE CAN OFFER YOU:
· Support from an experienced Science Department
· Full training, although knowledge of general science, experience in a laboratory or a science background are required
· First Aid at Work qualification
· Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
· Employee benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme & Cycle to Work scheme
· Free onsite parking
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Cotswold School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, Governors, visitors and volunteers, to share the same commitment.
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About The Cotswold Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1500 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Cotswold Academy website
- Email address
- personnel@thecotswoldschool.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01451823626
The Cotswold School in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, has earned an Ofsted outstanding school with a reputation as a popular and successful 11-18 comprehensive academy. It is an excellent place to teach, learn and develop; to share best practice and support the progression of fellow professionals and students.
Inclusive values
The values of friendship and knowledge, symbolised on our school badge, underpin all our learning and development activities and also ensure that we support the wellbeing of our students and staff. A non-selective school, we have a fabulous parent and carer community, who are supportive of and engaged with their children’s learning.
Excellent outcomes
Thanks to excellent student outcomes, we have been named Comprehensive School of the Year in the South-West, 2025 in the influential Sunday Times Parent Power league tables. We have been rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted in the last four consecutive inspections.
Building the future
We continue to build on our success: we opened a Sixth Form centre in 2018 to support our thriving 16-18 provision; a fully refurbished theatre in 2019; and a £5.8 million 10-classroom space, new gymnasium and modernised science labs in 2021. Since September 2021, Year 7 student intake has increased by 30 places.
Outstanding learning and development
Our ethos is simple: a commitment to excellent teaching and aspiration, which drives progress and attainment. Children who learn with us thrive academically and personally, with opportunities to take part in a huge range of extra-curricular clubs; writing competitions and debates; performances; community fundraising; student leadership; and careers events.
Aspirations and destinations
The great majority of our students stay with us into the Sixth Form and progress, in many cases, to Oxbridge and Russell Group universities, and a variety of other prestigious destinations.
Arranging a visit to The Cotswold Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email personnel@thecotswoldschool.co.uk.
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