Science Technician Level 2

Matthew Moss High; Castleton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Matthew Moss High School in Castleton (Watergrove Trust) invites applications for a Science Technician. The role is permanent, term-time only, Monday to Friday, 8:00–15:45 (including unpaid lunch).

You will join a team of science technicians and participate in the development pathway to enhance science education. We seek enthusiastic, detail-oriented candidates with a passion for science and the ability to work calmly under deadlines, delivering reliable technical support for teaching and

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting science and science teaching.
• Detail-oriented and methodical.
• Able to work to weekly and term timelines.
• Calm under time pressure.
• Enthusiastic about science education.

Responsibilities

• Support science teaching and learning on site.
• Participate in the Watergrove Trust’s science technician development pathway.
• Provide technical support in science labs and classrooms.
• Work within weekly/termly school timelines.

Skills

Science education support

Detail-oriented

Methodical

Calm under pressure

Time management

Creative problem solving

Curious about science

Job description

About this role:

Permanent / Monday Friday / Term time only

Hours of employment are 8am 3.45pm (including 30 minutes break for lunch which is unpaid)

Required as soon as possible.

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, scientifically-minded colleague to join our team of science technicians and take part in the Watergrove Trust’s “science technician development pathway”. This is a perfect role for colleagues who have experience of working in a technical support capacity, or those who have not had the opportunity to do this, but are curious and passionate about science education. You will be joining a well established technical support and teaching! team who will support you in every step of your learning along the development pathway.

We are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys and is passionate about supporting science and science teaching
• Is detail-oriented
• Is methodical in their approach
• Remains calm under time pressures and deadlines
• Can work to weekly, termly and school-year timelines
• Solves problems creatively
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Is curious about science and the experimental method

Why work for the Watergrove Trust and MMHS? We can offer:

• The chance to contribute towards our transformational ethos
• Excellent CPD focused on an outstanding curriculum experience
• Wonderful students who enjoy learning
• A friendly and supportive Senior Leadership Team
• The opportunity to work with highly committed and enthusiastic staffSubscription to occupational health provider (Smart Clinic)
• Cycle to work scheme

Matthew Moss High School is an oversubscribed school with a “Good” Ofsted judgement and an established reputation for providing excellent professional development within a culture of learning and innovation. They describe pupils’ behaviour as good. Relationships between staff and pupils are a real strength. Staff morale is high, and 96% of staff said that they are proud to be a member of staff at the school.

As a member of staff at Matthew Moss High School and Watergrove Trust, you will receive an excellent induction programme and access to our wider CPD programme, to allow you to develop as an outstanding practitioner, with a range of future opportunities available within our growing school and Trust.