Applied Science Technician

Didsbury High School; Manchester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Didsbury High School is seeking an Applied Science Technician to support practical lessons, prepare materials and maintain safe, tidy teaching spaces. The role is 35 hours per week, term-time only, with work primarily when the school is open to pupils.

You will ensure equipment is set up and returned, and contribute to a positive learning environment by supporting teachers and pupils with hands-on science activities and demonstrations.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English (A*-C) or equivalent.
• Prior experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure materials/equipment are set up ready for practical lessons and retrieved after use.
• Keep teaching areas and equipment safe and tidy.

Skills

GCSE Maths & English

Experience in similar role

Job description

We are looking for a professional Applied Science Technician to join our team and provide an efficient and effective technician support service to our school.

If you would like to join our Laurus family in a rewarding role that changes the lives of our pupils by empowering them to become the best that they can be then we would love to hear from you.

This position is contracted on a 35 hours per week Term Time Only basis. This means you will mainly work when the school is open to pupils and will not need to work during the school holidays unless the contract requires you to do so.

Job Purpose

• Ensure all materials/equipment are set up ready for practical lessons or demonstrations and that it is retrieved after use, accounted for and returned to store.
• Ensure that teaching areas and equipment are kept in a safe and tidy manner.

Key Skills & Experience

• Sound educational background including GCSE’s in Maths and English (A*-C) or equivalent.
• Prior experience in a similar role.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits and access to further professional learning.

At the Laurus Trust, we value the significance of a healthy work/life balance for our employees. Achieving a better balance can boost motivation and morale, lower stress levels, enhance performance and productivity, and make job opportunities more inclusive. Whenever feasible, we are committed to offering flexible arrangements from the very start, which could include options like part-time roles, term-time working, Job-sharing and compressed hours.

We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date.

Disability Confident Employer

We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. We are an inclusive employer and welcome all applications. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview. If you require any reasonable adjustments for an interview, please highlight this to our Recruitment Team in advance.