Science Technician - Biology Specialism

Frimley; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Farnborough Sixth Form College is seeking a proactive Science Technician to support the practical and technical aspects of the Science curriculum. The post requires a passion for science, initiative, and the ability to respond to the needs of the teaching team within the science department.

This permanent role offers 37 hours per week during term time and would suit a recent science graduate aiming to gain valuable experience facilitating experiments with young people.

Qualifications

• Passion for science with initiative and a proactive approach.
• Ability to support practical science activities and student learning.
• Good scientific knowledge and a desire to enhance student learning.

Responsibilities

• Support practical and technical aspects of the Science curriculum.
• Assist staff and students during experiments and demonstrations.
• Prepare and maintain laboratory equipment and ensure safety standards.

Job description

Location: Farnborough Sixth Form College

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: 37 hours per week, term time only

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Science Technician Team within an outstanding Sixth Form College. We are seeking a proactive individual to provide an excellent level of support to both staff and students in the College.

Key strengths of The Sixth Form College are:

• ‘Outstanding’ rating from Ofsted
• Achievement of high grades with excellent value added;
• Outstanding teaching by a team of experienced and motivated staff;
• Exceptional levels of support for students both inside and outside of lessons;
• Innovative use of IT to promote learning embedded as a regular part of normal teaching.

The Role

What are we looking for:

To be successful in this post we are looking for a Science Technician who will support the practical and technical aspects of the Science curriculum. The post requires a passion for science and someone who is a self-starter with initiative, patience and the ability to react to requirements of the teaching team within the science department. The ideal candidate will have a good scientific knowledge and a desire to make a difference to student learning.

This could be a great role for a recent Science graduate who is looking to gain valuable experience facilitating experiments with young people.

We are an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and encourages applications from all, aiming to build a respectful, inclusive culture.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants, however all disabled applicants who meet our minimum criteria will be invited for an interview.

WMAT takes the control and processing of employee data very seriously and is committed to acting in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation; please read the attached applicant privacy notice which explains how your data is processed.

Prior to the interview, an online search will be conducted by HR, to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role. Please note this online search will be carried out only on publicly available information and be limited to issues relating to your suitability to work with children and/or in an educational environment. Issues that arise will not automatically be a bar to your employment at the Trust but may be discussed with you at interview. This is in line with statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education.

We are an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and encourages applications from all, aiming to build a respectful, inclusive culture.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants, however all disabled applicants who meet our minimum criteria will be invited for an interview.

WMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people within our care and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The job description fully sets out the safeguarding responsibilities of the post. Any future offer of employment remains subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance, a health check and references.