At The Wren, we challenge ourselves to become better day by day; driving our school community forward so that we can offer our students an exceptional education. We share an ambitious and inspirational vision that;

 ‘Each child, regardless of background, will receive a world-class education and be nurtured, challenged and inspired to aim high.’

We believe that every young person must receive an exceptional education; one that nurtures a love of learning and empowers students to achieve their best, one that challenges, inspires and develops them as individuals and one that ensures all students have the tools to be fully equipped for their future.

The Wren is a local school for the local community and is part of Excalibur Academies Trust.  Our Science Technician will work closely with the Science department to provide technical support and to help contribute to the students learning experience by assisting with the preparation of materials and scientific apparatus for practical work.  This role is a very enjoyable role and one that is central to supporting the Science Department on so many levels.  It is a very diverse role and you will have the opportunity to develop many skills and get involved in lots of different aspects of the Science Department.  The successful candidate will be forward thinking, able to work independently as well as part of a team.

The starting FTE salary is £25,582pa with pay progression linked to local government SCP salary scale 5-7 (actual starting salary £17,841).  The Wren is a member of the Royal Berkshire Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), Employer Contributions are set at 22.6%.

If our vision, values and ethos match your own philosophy, then we hope you will take the next step and apply through My New Term.

Please submit your application early as suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date.

The Wren is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Click here to read our Safeguarding Policy.  Any appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of all relevant pre-employment checks. The Wren is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff.

We are committed to equality of opportunity, promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, students and the community we work with. The Wren values everyone’s contribution and ensures all have the opportunity to realise their potential in line with our #BetterNeverStops ethos.  We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that all students, regardless of background, deserve a world-class education.