Science Technician - Chemistry - Pate's Grammar School

Glos; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Pate’s Grammar School is seeking a full-time Science Technician specializing in Chemistry. The role involves supporting teachers, managing resources, and ensuring a high-quality educational experience for students in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and a passion for education.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of or background in chemistry is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive approach to tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chemistry team in practical lessons.
• Manage equipment and maintain stock levels.
• Ensure areas are clean, tidy, and organized.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Job description

School: Pate's Grammar School (Grammar)
Address: Princess Elizabeth Way, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Title: Science Technician - Chemistry - Pate's Grammar School
Grade: pts 5 - 7 £24,790 - £25,584
Allowances: (Not applicable)
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 02/07/2025
Interview Date: TBA
Start Date: 01/09/2025

The Science Department at Pate’s is dedicated to fostering curiosity, innovation and an environment where students are encouraged to explore the wonders of science.

Our team of Science Technicians play an integral role in supporting our students and working with our teachers to enable them to deliver high quality, engaging teaching, in our excellent purpose-built facilities.

As a Science Technician at Pate’s, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of our Science Department, predominantly working with our Chemistry team, however with flexibility to support other teams as required.

A large part of the role will focus on our Key Stage 4 and 5 students, however will support the whole school provision.

Your organised and proactive approach to your work will support in providing an enriching education experience for our students, playing a crucial role in the organising of practical lessons from ensuring the correct materials are available and ready on time, areas are clean, tidy, and organised, equipment is maintained and stock levels managed.

Your ability to work on your own and as part of a team, along with your attention to detail and ability to problem solve will support you in this role.

As this role has a chemistry focus, knowledge of or a background in chemistry is desirable but not essential.

If you thrive in a varied, fast paced environment, and are passionate about supporting the education of young people we would love to hear from you.

We look forward to receiving your application for this opportunity.

Pate’s Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment, and applicants must be willing to undergo relevant checks appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Please click on the website link to the right of this advert - click on School Information and then on Vacanciesto apply.