Science and Safety Technician Apprentice Level 3/5 - John Taylor High School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational trust is seeking a Science and Safety Technician Apprentice to join their Science Department. The role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for personal development and involvement in exciting science events. Ideal candidates will have a passion for science and relevant qualifications in English and Maths.

Qualifications

• Passion and background in science.
• Willingness to complete a level 3/5 apprenticeship training programme.

Responsibilities

• Support the Science Department in various tasks.
• Participate in extracurricular science-based events.

Skills

Good numeracy skills

Good literacy skills

Teamwork

Communication

Positive attitude

Education

Relevant qualifications in English and Maths

Job description

Science and Safety Technician Apprentice Level 3/5
Permanent, full time Monday to Friday 37 hours per week
Term time 38 weeks plus 6 INSET days.
Salary: Apprentice rate £7.55 per hour to £12.21 per hour
Actual Salary for 37 Hours: From £12,648.97 to £20,456.14 per annum

John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (JTMAT) believes in the power of education to improve lives – and the world. As a partner academy in JTMAT, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed apprentice to join our evolving organisation.

We are looking for a Science and Safety Technician Apprentice to join our friendly and well-established Science Department. Working within a newly refurbished Science Department, you will have a network of support throughout the Trust. There are multiple opportunities to get involved in our exciting extracurricular science-based events such as our forensic and robotics days.

This is a multi-faceted, diverse and fulfilling role within the science department.

The Ideal candidate will have a passion and background in science. Candidates must have the following
• Good numeracy and literacy skills with relevant qualifications in English and Maths
• Ability to work cohesively within a team
• Ability to communicate and relate well with adults and children.
• A Commitment to own personal development and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to complete a level 3/5 apprenticeship training programme. Please click on the following link to our provider for more information regarding the apprenticeshipApplied Science & Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship Program | CSR Group

John Taylor High School’s whole school vision is underpinned by the four core values chosen by our school community: RESPECT, KINDNESS, INTEGRITY and PERSEVERANCE.

If you have a passion for excellence and share our vision, we can offer you the opportunity to be part of a successful and progressive Trust, which is committed to ensuring learning is at the heart of all we do.

If you would like to discuss this role, or wish to visit the school, please contact Miss Warriner, by emailing [e-mail] or telephoning 01283 247800.

Completed application forms should be emailed to [e-mail]

Only fully completed application forms will be submitted for shortlisting. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: Monday 2nd June 2025 at 12 noon

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.
Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
Please note if you are shortlisted, an online search will be carried out before interview which may identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which we might want to explore with you at interview. Please review our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants for the lawful basis for processing and retention.
John Taylor MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as a requirement of this post. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website, and we encourage applicants to review it before applying.
Please review our Recruitment Pack on the school website before submitting your application.