Science Technician Level 2

Matthew Moss High School; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Cycle to work

Smart Clinic occupational health

Job summary

Matthew Moss High School is seeking a science technician to join our well-established team. The role involves assisting science teaching, preparing materials, and supporting practical lessons as part of the Watergrove Trust development pathway.

You will work 36.25 hours per week during term-time, with a 8:00–15:45 schedule, and you will be supported through CPD opportunities and a collaborative leadership team to develop as an outstanding practitioner.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for supporting science and science teaching.
• Attention to detail and methodical approach.
• Ability to stay calm under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support science teaching and practical preparation in a busy school lab.
• Work as part of a collaborative science technician team within Watergrove Trust.
• Contribute to the Science Technician Development Pathway and learning.

Skills

Science knowledge

Detail oriented

Organised

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Job description

About This Role

Permanent / Monday – Friday / Term time only

Reference

0491

Grade

3

Salary

£22,755 - £23,114

Term

Term-time

Type

Support

Hours

36.25

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?

• 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.