Science Technician

eTeach UK Limited; Stourbridge; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Stourbridge is seeking a Science Technician to support teaching in the science department. Responsibilities include preparing materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring Health and Safety compliance. Applicants must have relevant science qualifications and a commitment to continuous professional development. The position offers a pro rata salary of £17,840-£18,123 for 18 hours per week during term time.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Healthcare benefits including free eye tests

Qualifications

• Experience in a science-related field.
• Qualifications in science and maths are essential.
• Willingness to undertake further professional development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare apparatus and materials for science classes.
• Maintain and clean laboratory equipment.
• Ensure adherence to Health and Safety requirements.

Skills

A*-E grade in a science related A-level

A*-E grade in A-level maths

5 GCSE A*-C/9-4 grades

First aid knowledge

Basic calculations for chemical solutions

Education

A*-E grade in science A-level

GCSE including science, English, maths

Job description

Job Title: Science technician
Job Location: Haybridge High School
Salary: Scale 3 (5-6) £25,583-£25,989 pro rata (actual salary £17,840-£18,123)
Hours: 18 hours per week, term time only plus 5 training days

About the role:

We are seeking to appoint a science technician to work as a member of the support team providing practical support and advice to teaching and learning in the science department.

The science technician will have responsibility for:

• the preparation and laying out of the apparatus, equipment and other materials for demonstrations in classes
• the cleaning, maintenance and simple repairs of apparatus and equipment along with the storage and labelling of it
• maintaining Health and Safety requirements, including COSHH regulations to an appropriate level and ensuring that staff and student adhere to them

Requirements:

Our successful candidate will have the following experience, skillset and qualifications:

• Achieved (or currently working towards) an A*-E grade in a science related A-level plus an A*-E grade in A-level maths OR the Extended Diploma L3 in Applied Science at grade DDD or better
• At least 5 GCSE A*- C/9-4 grades including science, English language and maths
• Willingness to undertake further professional development
• Appropriate knowledge of first aid
• Ability to perform basic calculations for making chemical solutions

What we offer:

We recognise that successful people place value on the range of benefits associated with their careers. As your future employer we place value on these too, that is why we are proud to offer:

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Automatic pay progression for those on our support staff pay ranges, within the point range for the role
• Access to a range of paid special leave provisions to help with life’s emergencies, unpredictable events and significant occasions.
• Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme
• Recommend a Friend Scheme available for some of our hard to fill roles
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers for DSE users and flu vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to shopping and lifestyle discounts

About Us:

Haybridge High School and Sixth Form is an excellent school set within extensive grounds. At Haybridge we pride ourselves on excellent results, calm classrooms, high standards and warm relationships; this, along with the strong moral compass that our staff and students possess, is what makes Haybridge a unique and special place to work.

We are part of The Four Stones Multi Academy Trust, who believe our students deserve nothing less than the best. As a family of like-minded schools, we work collaboratively to provide mutual support, share best practice, and create a thriving, high-performing environment.

Our Values:

Our work is underpinned by our core values of: Ambition, Commitment, Creativity, and Integrity and a relentless focus on achieving our Trust Dividend to ensure opportunity and success for all by transforming lives through high quality education.

What you will get:

As part of our Trust, you will have:

• Opportunities to be part of a collaborative culture whereby you are part of a network where schools and staff work together to excel.
• Quality resources and a rich environment, to enable you to develop a personalised approach for every student you teach
• A culture of lifelong learning, emphasising professional growth where your own ambitions are actively encouraged and supported.
• A safe and positive physical and psychological environment that welcomes diversity and actively promotes wellbeing.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Diversity, equality and inclusion are at the heart of what we value as an organisation. We are an equal opportunities employer and all qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other status protected by law.

We are also fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. As part of our requirements under Keeping Children Safe in Education pre-employment checks we will undertake. This role will involve undertaking regulated activity and therefore this position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and an enhanced DBS will be required for the successful candidate.