Lead Science Technician / Science Technician

Ark; Tendring; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2.5% above main pay scale

Extra training days

Generous pension

Ark rewards

Interest-free loan

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Ark Isaac Newton Academy is seeking a Lead Science Technician to join the Science department. You will work with the Assistant Principal - Science and Head of Science to support students and enrich the science programme across the academy.

The role offers opportunities to develop professionally within Ark's network, with emphasis on health and safety, practical science activities, and contributing to the culture and ethos of the academy.

Qualifications

• Ability to use initiative and manage time effectively.
• Up-to-date health and safety knowledge, CLEAPPS guidelines, and practical science activities for secondary schools.
• Passion for promoting science and contributing to enrichment within the academy.

Responsibilities

• Support achievement of students by working with the science staff.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Principal - Science and Head of Science.
• Promote science enrichment and engagement across the academy.
• Be proactive and develop professionally within the Ark network.

Job description

About The Role

We are now seeking a skilled and committed Lead Science Technician / Science Technician to join the Science department. This position will entail working closely with the Assistant Principal -Science and Head of Science as well as other post-holders in the Science team to support the achievement of students at Ark Isaac Newton Academy. You will have a chance to collaborate with other Ark teachers and leaders across the network, where there are numerous opportunities to develop knowledge and expertise.

At Isaac Newton Academy, we are highly ambitious for our students, and our staff are pivotal to our success. As part of the staff team, you will have the opportunity to work with great colleagues and develop your career through an outstanding professional development programme. You will be encouraged to be a reflective and open practitioner and be supported by the expertise of the Principal and experienced network colleagues, to develop yourself as an outstanding practitioner.

The successful candidate will:

• be one who is able to use their initiative, manage their time well and be supportive of other colleagues
• have up-to-date knowledge of health and safety, CLEAPPS guidelines and practical science activities suitable in a secondary school
• be passionate about contributing to science enrichment and promoting science within the academy.
• be passionate about Science education and the importance the subject has in the wider culture and ethos of the academy
• have ambition to grow and develop

If you would like to have an informal discussion with the Principal about the role or if you have any technical questions about the role, please contact Sam Jones, Assistant Principal - People & Operations, at [e-mail]. We look forward to receiving your application.

Benefits

• Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
• Twice as many training days as standard.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
• Interest‑free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
• Gym discounts – offering up to 40 %.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling and legal advise and a range of different support.

About Us

Isaac Newton Academy is a non-denominational, non-selective school, welcoming students of all backgrounds from the local community. We opened in 2012 with our inaugural cohort of 180 year 7 students. Isaac Newton Academy is an all through school with students from Reception to Year 13. Our mission is - striving together to be pioneers whose legacy makes a positive difference for our world.

The school was founded on the belief that all students can make dramatic progress within the right environment. Students, teachers, staff and parents are committed to making Isaac Newton a vibrant and inclusive learning community in which everyone can succeed.

We offer a rich curriculum emphasising core academic subjects, whilst providing the facilities, time and specialist staff to ensure students develop across a range of subjects. Music is at the heart of our school, with every student learning an instrument and all secondary students having the chance to be part of our Big Band ensembles.

Our school won Secondary School of the Year in the 2018 Shine a Light Awards for its commitment to developing students’ communication skills and was shortlisted for Secondary School of the Year in the 2018 and 2025 TES Awards. Our Music Department were recently shortlisted for Excellence in Creative Arts at the TES School Awards 2023.

Visit isaacnewtonacademy.org/jobs to learn more about us.

Diversity and inclusion:

We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and students – can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark’s diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link.

Safeguarding statement:

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.

Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark’s safer recruitment process, please click this link.

Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.