• Hours of work: 37 hours per week or part-time (to be agreed) available
• Working pattern:  to be agreed depending on full or part-time
• Term weeks: 38 weeks + 1 week school closure, minimum paid week 44.6

The Queen Katherine School is part of the Cumbria Education Trust. The CET is a growing multi-academy trust based in Cumbria, and is committed to creating outstanding, innovative and inspiring learning environments for our schools and communities. The successful candidate will be joining CET at an exciting time as we continue to build on our successes and move forward to our continuing journey of ‘Good to Great’. This is an excellent opportunity to join The Queen Katherine School at a pivotal time for its future.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and self-motivated Science Technician to assist our busy Science Department with the preparation of practical support to the students and Science teaching staff. The successful person will be responsible for ensuring that equipment is maintained and adequate levels of materials and equipment are available for use. 

Experience of working in a laboratory setting and/or educational setting would be an advantage, as well as the confidence to work independently, as well as within a team.

What we are looking for:

• A good standard of education, GCSE Science or equivalent.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Experience of working in a team and on your own initiative.
• Awareness of Health and Safety in relation to Science.
• Ability to relate well to children and adults.
• Able to work constructively as part of a team and good communication skills.
• Good organisational sills and personal time management.
• Care and attention to detail with a conscientious and methodical approach to work.
• Ability to work under pressure, priories tasks and work to deadlines.

What we offer:

• ·         A welcoming and supportive school community
• ·         Well-resourced departments with a collaborative ethos
• ·         A stunning location with easy access to the Lake District and excellent transport link

• A people first approach, ensuring that you feel part of our community 
• Enhanced opportunities for collaborative working as part of a dynamic and highly successful Multi Academy Trust 
• Excellent career and CPD opportunities 
• A commitment to constantly review and improve our family friendly policies and look for new and innovative way to aid and support our staff in achieving a healthy work/life balance
• Employee benefits package 

If you have the qualities we require, along with the passion and aspirations to contribute to the success of the School and the MAT, we urge you to hit the "Apply" button.

Cumbria Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches are carried out on successful candidates.