Science Technician

The Laurus Trust; Cheadle Hulme; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a reliable Science Technician to join their science department on a fixed-term basis. This role primarily involves setting up materials and ensuring safety in laboratories. Ideal candidates should have a solid educational background in Maths and English, knowledge of the sciences, and experience in a similar position. The position works 25 hours per week during term time, offering an opportunity to contribute positively to the lives of students.

Qualifications

• Reliable, enthusiastic, and confident.
• Ability to ensure laboratories and equipment are kept safe and tidy.

Responsibilities

• Set up materials/equipment/apparatus for practical lessons.
• Conduct daily safety checks of all services.
• Physically lock and unlock teaching areas as required.

Skills

Sound educational background including GCSE's in Maths and English (A-C) or equivalent

Knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and Physics

Prior experience in a similar role

Job description

We are seeking a reliable, enthusiastic, and confident Science Technician to join our team at Cheadle Hulme High School, on a Fixed-Term basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in education, whether you're considering a career in teaching or already have experience working with young people.

As a Science Technician, you will provide an efficient and effective technician support service to the school's science department. 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 25 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. In total you will be in work for a minimum of 37 out of 52 weeks.

Job Purpose

Ensure that all materials/equipment/apparatus is set up ready for practical lessons or demonstrations and that it is retrieved after use, accounted for and returned to the store. Ensure that laboratories and equipment are kept in a safe and tidy manner. This duty includes a daily check of all services to ensure correct operation (reporting faults to the necessary agency) and physically locking and unlocking teaching areas as required.

Key Skills & Experience

• Sound educational background including GCSE's in Maths and English (A-C) or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and Physics
• Prior experience in a similar role

To learn more about what the Trust offer, including our wide range of employee benefits and access to further professional learning, visit our Careers page. 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 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.

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