Science Technician

The King's Academy; Gosport; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The King's Academy in Gosport is seeking a dedicated Science Technician to support practical science across ages 11-18. You will help ensure teachers and students have the equipment, materials and resources needed to make lessons engaging, safe and successful.

You will join a collaborative Science Department, keeping resources organised, maintained and ready for lessons while contributing to health and safety and continuous improvement of practical provision.

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge of working within a science or practical environment.
• Good organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• A good understanding of science practical work and relevant health and safety requirements.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively under pressure.
• Good IT and communication skills.
• The ability to build positive and professional relationships with colleagues and students.
• A proactive approach and the ability to use your own initiative.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, organising and setting up equipment, materials and resources for practical science lessons.
• Supporting teachers and students during practical activities where required.
• Collecting, cleaning, maintaining and safely storing scientific equipment and resources.
• Ensuring practical resources are available and ready for lessons.
• Keeping equipment and resources organised and identifying opportunities to improve the department's provision.
• Supporting the department with health and safety, ensuring practical activities are carried out safely and in line with relevant guidance.
• Keeping up to date with developments in practical science, equipment and resources.
• Working closely with teachers, technicians and other colleagues to support high-quality teaching and learning.
• Contributing positively to the wider life and ethos of the school.
• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in accordance with school policies and procedures.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

IT skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dedicated team supporting the delivery of practical science across ages 11-18. You will play an important role behind the scenes, ensuring teachers and students have the equipment, materials and resources they need to make practical lessons engaging, safe and successful., As a Science Technician, you will help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the Science Department. Your role will include:

• Preparing, organising and setting up equipment, materials and resources for practical science lessons.
• Supporting teachers and students during practical activities where required.
• Collecting, cleaning, maintaining and safely storing scientific equipment and resources.
• Ensuring practical resources are available and ready for lessons.
• Keeping equipment and resources organised and identifying opportunities to improve the department's provision.
• Supporting the department with health and safety, ensuring practical activities are carried out safely and in line with relevant guidance.
• Keeping up to date with developments in practical science, equipment and resources.
• Working closely with teachers, technicians and other colleagues to support high-quality teaching and learning.
• Contributing positively to the wider life and ethos of the school.
• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in accordance with school policies and procedures.

Previous experience as a Science Technician would be desirable, as would knowledge of science health and safety requirements, but we are also keen to hear from individuals who have relevant practical experience and a genuine willingness to learn and develop.

We are looking for someone who is practical, proactive and enjoys working as part of a team. You will be confident communicating with both colleagues and young people and will take pride in ensuring everything is prepared and ready to go.

You will ideally have:

• Experience or knowledge of working within a science or practical environment.
• Good organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• A good understanding of science practical work and relevant health and safety requirements.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively under pressure.
• Good IT and communication skills.
• The ability to build positive and professional relationships with colleagues and students.
• A proactive approach and the ability to use your own initiative.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to contribute to the wider school community.

Why join us? You will be joining a dedicated and supportive Science team where your contribution will have a direct impact on students' learning experiences. This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys being active, organised and involved in the practical side of science. You will have opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills through training and professional development, while working alongside experienced colleagues. Most importantly, we are looking for someone who believes that, with the right support and opportunities, every young person can achieve their very best. If you are enthusiastic about science, enjoy working with young people and want to play an important role in supporting inspiring practical learning, we would love to hear from you.

Monday-Thursday: 7.30am-3.30pm Friday: 7.30am-3:00pm The role is 37 hours per week, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break each day.