Science Technician

Teaching Vacancies; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Birmingham is seeking a talented individual to foster a caring and supportive learning environment for young people. The role focuses on providing pastoral care, ensuring students' welfare is prioritized. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical and organisational skills, problem-solving abilities, and experience in customer service. Commitment to safeguarding and knowledge of health and safety regulations are key to this role. Join a school recognized for its outstanding performance and positive impact.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Health & Safety legislation relevant to schools.
• Knowledge of COSHH and ESCC regulations for chemicals management.
• Ability to offer guidance on practical aspects of the curriculum.

Skills

Pastoral care

Organisational skills

Technical skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

ICT skills

Education

A Levels or NVQ3 in Laboratory Activities

Level 3 Certificate in Laboratory Technical Skills

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a talented individual to help foster a caring and supportive learning environment for our young people. Your experience of pastoral care will place our learners’ welfare at the heart of the school.

The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and technical skills. You will have the ability to problem solve and provide excellent customer service to our community.

Responsibilities / Requirements

• A Levels or NVQ3 in Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities (LATA) or NVQ3 for Laboratory Technicians in Education or Level 3 Certificate in Laboratory Technical Skills or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation as it relates to the work of a school.
• Knowledge of COSHH and ESCC regulations in relation to the safe handling and storage of chemicals.
• ICT skills to research, present and communicate effectively.
• The ability to offer professional guidance and assistance to students and teachers on the practical aspects of the curriculum.

What the school offers its staff

About Eden Boys' School, Birmingham

Eden Boys’ School, Birmingham is a Muslim faith-based secondary school for boys, which welcomes pupils from all faiths and none. We opened in Perry Barr in 2015 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. We are extremely proud to be one of the highest performing schools in the country, with the 4th best Progress 8 score nationally for our 2024 GCSE results.

We were graded as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted during our first inspection in May 2018. At our last inspection in December 2024, the school was commended for upholding the same high standards of academic excellence, teaching, character development and behaviour that resulted in the school’s previous ‘Outstanding’ rating.

We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.