Science Technician

shirelandcat; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust seeks a passionate Science Technician to join their team. This role provides support to the Science Department across two academies, focusing on enhancing students' educational experiences in a collaborative, innovative environment. Candidates should have experience in science support roles and a strong commitment to health and safety.

Benefits

Opportunities for skill enhancement across the MAT

Exceptional CPD provision

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a science support role and understanding of health and safety protocols.
• Ability to foster a supportive environment and high standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the Science Department at both Shireland CBSO Academy and Shireland Biomedical UTC.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the educational experience.

Skills

Science Support Experience

Health and Safety Knowledge

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Job description

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is an established Multi-Academy Trust of primary and secondary academies across the West Midlands.

Shireland CBSO Academy is an 11-18 Academy which opened in September 2023. It is the first state school in the country to have a partnership with a professional orchestra. Based in Providence Place, West Bromwich, the Academy will work in partnership with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) and serve all of Sandwell and the wider West Midlands. The Academy is for all students who have a passion or talent for music – they do not necessarily need to already play an instrument.

Our reputation is built on our core values of innovation, collaboration and inspiring individuals within our care.

To provide technical support to the Academy’s Science Department. In the first year, this will be at both Shireland CBSO Academy and Shireland Biomedical UTC. These two academies are a short walking distance apart. In year 2 this role will be full-time at Shireland CBSO Academy.

We want every single person that comes through the doors of one of our academies to leave having grown as an individual, in terms of their skill set and their respect for others.

We believe that every person who passes through our doors deserves the very best that we can offer. Everyone who works with and for the Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust does so because they believe in children and want their futures to be happy and successful.

We are looking for a Science Technician who will:

• Be passionate about improving the lives of our students.
• Role model a commitment to excellence.
• Have experience of working in a science support role and health and safety.
• Want to collaborate as part of a team.
• Be flexible and adaptable, rising to the challenge.

We can offer:

• Opportunities across our MAT to enhance skills and experience.
• Exceptional CPD provision.
• a supportive working environment and team ethos.
• friendly, enthusiastic children.

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience of working in a science support role and health and safety.
• Have high standards.

We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice where all staff can thrive. We believe that supporting our staff both personally and professionally allows them to give their very best to our students. Our aim is to foster a working culture that recognises and reflects the importance of good mental health and wellbeing and provides effective support when colleagues need it.

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All post-holders will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), including a Children’s Barred List check for post carrying out a regulated activity.