Science Technician Level 2

Watergrove Trust; Rochdale; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Clinic occupational health

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Watergrove Trust is recruiting a science technician for Matthew Moss High School in Rochdale on a permanent, term-time-only basis. Hours are 8:00–15:45 (including a 30-minute unpaid lunch).

The role forms part of Watergrove Trust’s science technician development pathway, supporting a dedicated technical team and science teachers on a learning journey. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced educational environment, enjoys science, and is curious about the experimental method, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a technical support capacity.
• Passion for science education and supporting science teaching.
• Ability to work to weekly, termly and school-year timelines.

Skills

Science teaching support

Methodical approach

Calm under pressure

Time management

Curious about science

Job description

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 methodical in their approach
• Remains calm under time pressures and deadlines
• Can work to weekly, termly and school-year timelines
• 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 staff
• Subscription 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.

If you would like to flourish as a member of our positive and supportive school community, then please visit our school website: https://www.mmhs.co.uk/vacancies/ and download the accompanying information.

If you would like to arrange a visit to our school or have any other questions please contact [e-mail]