Science Technician

TES FE News; Watford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Watford is seeking a Science Technician to support teaching staff in all disciplines of science. The role includes coordinating resources, assisting in practical lessons, and ensuring safety protocols are met. This full-time position offers a chance to work in a thriving educational environment committed to high standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting science education is desirable.
• Understanding of health and safety policies.
• Ability to liaise effectively with teachers and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate practical resources for science labs.
• Provide assistance in practical aspects of the curriculum.
• Ensure safety of staff and pupils in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Co-ordination

Communication

Health and Safety Awareness

Education

Relevant Science Qualification

Job description

Job Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join our committed team of Science Technicians providing valuable support to the teaching staff. You will be an integral part of the Science Department, working across all three disciplines of Science.

Main Responsibilities: To co-ordinate and provide practical resources and facilities to science laboratories ensuring timetabled deadlines are met; Provide assistance and advice in the practical aspects of the science curriculum, by liaising with teachers and other support staff; Ensuring the health, welfare and safety of staff and pupils in accordance with health and safety legislation as far as is possible.

Hours of work: 35 Hours, term time only. 8.15am – 4.15pm

Full Job Description Available On Our Website Www.queens.herts.sch.uk

Applications to the Headteacher, Jonathan Morrell, to include school application form, covering letter and full contact details of two referees [e-mail]

You must complete all parts of the application form. CV’s are not accepted.

In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview.

Queens’ is an ‘Outstanding’ school with a well-established reputation for high standards. Today we are the largest co-educational state school in Hertfordshire, with 1700 students on roll.

We provide a safe, caring and challenging environment for learning, committed to the development of every student as an individual. We understand that while students have different gifts and talents we have a strong belief that everyone can be Great. In our last Ofsted Inspection, it was noted that Queens’ has a ‘highly regarded senior leadership team’; ‘pupils are clearly proud of their school and enjoy learning’ and ‘teaching and learning is at the top of the agenda.’

Queens’ School is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We insist on the equal treatment of all current and prospective colleagues and will never condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

To help us meet our high standards and aspirations of a fully diverse and inclusive workplace, we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply and to join us.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service and references from previous employers. We are an Equal Opportunities employer.

Queens’ School (Bushey) Ltd. is a Charitable Company limited by guarantee

Registered Office: Aldenham Road, Bushey, Hertfordshire, WD23 2TY

Telephone: [phone]

email: [e-mail]

www.queens.herts.sch.uk

Registered in England; Registered Number 07650609