Science Technician (Physics)
Leigh Academies Trust | Rochester | findajob.dwp.gov.uk |
We are seeking to appoint a Science Technician to support the Physics/Science department which is highly successful and has a track record of delivering excellent outcomes for our pupils. It is housed in a suite of 13 recently refurbished and superbly equipped laboratories.
Science is extremely popular with around 70% of students studying for triple award. In Year 12 there are typically 3 sets of A level in each of Biology, Chemistry and Physics. This role would be suitable for an experienced Lab Technician but previous experience is not a requirement.
If you are flexible, resourceful and work well with others then previous experience either within schools or Science is not required.
What we are looking for in our successful Technician:
An academic qualification, at least to A Level but preferably to degree level, within the science remit
If not an academic qualification, then experience working within a science-related role would certainly be sufficient
Practical experience within a school environment would be advantageous, but not essential
Good organisation and communication skills
The ability to work well as part of a team as well as independently
What we can offer in return:
An excellent opportunity for those strongly considering a career in teaching as training routes may be made available in the future
The opportunity to work within a faculty where our teaching staff are incredibly passionate about their subject area
The opportunity for training and development
Duties will include setting up equipment in a laboratory environment for practical lessons, the safe disposal of chemicals, responsibility for ionisation and radioactive materials, stock taking, retrieving and putting away equipment along with any other duties deemed necessary by the faculty.
Ideally, candidates should possess a good working knowledge of COSHH & CLEAPSS in order to maintain compliance with Health and Safety Regulations at the school.
The basis of this role is permanent, Term Time only, 37 hours per week with an actual salary of £19,328 per annum (£23,114 full time equivalent).
Do you know a great Science Technician who would like to hear about opportunities with Leigh Academies Trust? If so, make a referral today for the chance to receive £100 as a 'thank you'. Simply complete the referral form by clicking here. T&C's apply
Working with us: Sir Joseph Williamson’s Mathematical School is a selective boys grammar school with a large co educational sixth form. It was founded in 1701 in order to provide an education to young men who would go on to work at the famous Chatham Dockyard.
More than 300 years later we still pride ourselves on providing a superb academic education alongside an unparalleled range of opportunities for personal growth and character development. Awarded ‘outstanding’ in our last Ofsted in March 2023, the school has a track record of exceptional examination performance.
Our Ofsted report comments, ‘Pupils and students are thoughtful, polite, courteous and respectful.’ It also comments, ‘Staff morale is high, and turnover is low. Leaders are very conscious of staff well-being.’
In 2012 the School became one of the first 100 National Teaching Schools and in 2021 was successful in converting this into becoming one of the first 35 National Teaching School Hubs. Alongside our work as a National Support School, our position in Leigh Academies Trust and as the lead school in the Kent and Medway Maths Hub the school is in unrivalled position to offer superb support and training to any new member of staff, regardless of their role, or their experience.
Science is extremely popular with around 70% of students studying for triple award. In Year 12 there are typically 3 sets of A level in each of Biology, Chemistry and Physics. This role would be suitable for an experienced Lab Technician but previous experience is not a requirement.
If you are flexible, resourceful and work well with others then previous experience either within schools or Science is not required.
What we are looking for in our successful Technician:
An academic qualification, at least to A Level but preferably to degree level, within the science remit
If not an academic qualification, then experience working within a science-related role would certainly be sufficient
Practical experience within a school environment would be advantageous, but not essential
Good organisation and communication skills
The ability to work well as part of a team as well as independently
What we can offer in return:
An excellent opportunity for those strongly considering a career in teaching as training routes may be made available in the future
The opportunity to work within a faculty where our teaching staff are incredibly passionate about their subject area
The opportunity for training and development
Duties will include setting up equipment in a laboratory environment for practical lessons, the safe disposal of chemicals, responsibility for ionisation and radioactive materials, stock taking, retrieving and putting away equipment along with any other duties deemed necessary by the faculty.
Ideally, candidates should possess a good working knowledge of COSHH & CLEAPSS in order to maintain compliance with Health and Safety Regulations at the school.
The basis of this role is permanent, Term Time only, 37 hours per week with an actual salary of £19,328 per annum (£23,114 full time equivalent).
Do you know a great Science Technician who would like to hear about opportunities with Leigh Academies Trust? If so, make a referral today for the chance to receive £100 as a 'thank you'. Simply complete the referral form by clicking here. T&C's apply
Working with us: Sir Joseph Williamson’s Mathematical School is a selective boys grammar school with a large co educational sixth form. It was founded in 1701 in order to provide an education to young men who would go on to work at the famous Chatham Dockyard.
More than 300 years later we still pride ourselves on providing a superb academic education alongside an unparalleled range of opportunities for personal growth and character development. Awarded ‘outstanding’ in our last Ofsted in March 2023, the school has a track record of exceptional examination performance.
Our Ofsted report comments, ‘Pupils and students are thoughtful, polite, courteous and respectful.’ It also comments, ‘Staff morale is high, and turnover is low. Leaders are very conscious of staff well-being.’
In 2012 the School became one of the first 100 National Teaching Schools and in 2021 was successful in converting this into becoming one of the first 35 National Teaching School Hubs. Alongside our work as a National Support School, our position in Leigh Academies Trust and as the lead school in the Kent and Medway Maths Hub the school is in unrivalled position to offer superb support and training to any new member of staff, regardless of their role, or their experience.
Don’t miss out on new job vacancies!
Create a job alert for: Chemical Technician, Kent
It's free, and you can cancel email updates at any time