As a Science Technician, you will provide technical support for teachers in a range of learning situations to enrich and enhance the learning experience for our students. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe and secure storage of resources particularly chemicals which require a specific environment. This will include the appropriate disposal of chemical reagents some of which are classed as hazardous as well as preparing materials and ingredients in advance as required in order to ensure the efficient use of class time and maximise the impact of practical work on teaching and learning.

About You

The successful candidate will have experience of working in a school / academy environment or a background of working with chemicals and have the motivation to work with children and young people. Candidates will also be educated to Level 2 GCSE/NVQ in a Science based subject and have a Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics and will have the ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people in a school / academy situation.

What WE can Offer YOU

In return for your skills and experience, we provide a supportive and friendly environment to develop and thrive. We offer all staff access to an excellent pension (TPS/LGPS); a generous annual leave entitlement with additional shutdown days over the Christmas period; staff development opportunities; free onsite car parking; and a supportive induction programme.

For an informal discussion about this post, please do not hesitate to contact Mr T Patrick on 01482 826207. 

Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role.

We want to make sure no one is put at a disadvantage during our recruitment process because of a disability, condition or impairment. To assist you with this, we will reduce or remove any barriers where possible and provide additional support where appropriate.

If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, please do not hesitate to contact us.

The Consortium Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An appointment will be made subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS disclosure, in line with the usual terms and conditions of employment at The Consortium Academy Trust.