Senior Science Technician St Andrew's CofE High School for Boys, Worthing, West Sussex
Job description
We are seeking to appoint a full time Senior Science Technician. The post-holder will supervise the current part time Science Technician and support the delivery of required practical activities for the new science 1-9 GCSE, working under the Head of Faculty. You will be responsible for managing the stock control of equipment and other materials relating to Science lessons, record keeping and some ordering, e.g. for students practical sessions, tracking methods, results, budget, etc. You will also be required to support the planning and preparation of materials and equipment required for focus days across all science disciplines.
Essential educational requirements
Minimum 5 GCSE Grades A* - C or equivalent including Science, English and Maths
Essential qualifications
Appropriate NVQ qualifications
Essential skills and experience
A thorough knowledge of CLEAPPS/COSHH risk management systems and how to relate this to the work environment
A thorough knowledge gained through significant time employed in a similar role
An ability to make sound and logical judgment in decision making
A thorough knowledge of data protection and confidentiality
Experience in a previous Team Leader/Line Management role
A good knowledge / experience of how a secondary school works including its governance
Previous experience working with children or working in a young person centred environment
An ability to act as an ambassador for the school
Excellent ICT skills including Microsoft office packages
Good organisational skills, to be able to prioritise work and meet deadlines
Good communication and written skills
About St Andrew's CofE High School for Boys
At St Andrew’s we seek to enable everyone to develop their God-given potential and a love for learning within a caring, challenging Christian environment. We aspire to be a centre of excellence working together to develop each member’s full potential. St Andrew’s expects the whole school community to work hard, be courteous and have pride. Our daily lives are underpinned by Agape, Christian love, and this should be witnessed in both our interactions with each other and our concern for the wider community. Our young men are encouraged to aim for personal excellence and develop the skills and confidence that will enable them to achieve and be prepared for the next stage in their academic journey. We aim to journey together guided by God to: Promote a climate where students understand the benefits of working hard Encourage co-operation and collaborative working in the school and beyond Respect and value each person, work as a team and care for others Provide excellent opportunities for the student’s spiritual, moral, social and cultural development, underpinned by Christian faith Work cohesively with our students, Governing Body, parents, churches, local and wider community and Establish high quality Collective Worship and Religious Education
- Address
- Sackville Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 8BG
- Phase
- Secondary
- Type
- LA Maintained School
- Website
- St Andrew's CofE High School for Boys website (opens in a new window)