science technicians

Brooke Weston Trust; Corby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Corby is seeking a meticulous and organized individual to manage the Science Faculty's prep room. Responsibilities include ensuring safety compliance, managing inventory, and collaborating with faculty to create engaging science activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and experience in a similar role. This position offers generous leave, pension benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience managing a prep room effectively.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to maintain inventory and manage supplies.

Responsibilities

• Manage all practical aspects of the science prep room.
• Ensure all chemicals are prepared and stored correctly.
• Collaborate with the Science Faculty to develop engaging activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Health and safety management

Education

Relevant educational background

Job description

Role Overview

This role is critical to the smooth running of the Science Faculty. This role would suit someone who is careful, meticulous and enjoys high levels of attention to detail. In addition to this, the role demands a forward-thinking, proactive and a highly organised individual who takes pride in maintaining a clean and tidy environment. This role will deal with all practical aspects of science; it has responsibility for managing the prep room efficiently and effectively, ensuring all chemicals are prepared and stored in accordance with their instructions. The role is responsible maintaining an inventory of stock, in addition to ordering supplies and equipment in a timely manner. You will ensure that all is equipment is maintained to the correct standards and taking remedial action if faults are found. The successful applicant will be responsible for health and safety in the prep room and for the prepared resources. You will ensure that experiments are conducted safely in accordance with legislation. You will enjoy collaborating with the Science Faculty to develop innovative and engaging science activities.

About the Science Faculty

Corby Business School's Science Faculty is a facility that we are proud of. It is made up of a friendly team who work together to build a great working environment that is supportive and is built on trust. We have a fully resourced curriculum to adapt to each class and enrichment activities and links to further education that we invest in. We are proud of our subject specific training delivered by specialists which is further supported by our Trust-wide network of science specialists who all work together. The role of our science technicians is paramount to the success of the Faculty, they are valued and vital in supporting our students and are very much part of our team.

About Corby Business Academy

Corby Business Academy Corby Business Academy is a school committed to providing the very best for the community it serves. We have already undergone significant change in recent years under new leadership and our goals for further development remain ambitious. We work relentlessly in providing a high quality broad and balanced curriculum with stimulating learning experiences for all our students. This is underpinned by our strong sense of common purpose that is palpable in the Academy's day to day operation. We aim to actively encourage students to participate in all areas of academy life, motivating and inspiring them to unlock their potential and realise their ambitions. Our staff have an uncompromising commitment to this and work closely with one another to support and develop students as well as one another. In April 2023 the Academy was judged to be GOOD in all areas by OFSTED, who highlighted that: "Leaders have brought about significant improvement at this school. They focus on providing an ambitious curriculum for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and / or disabilities (SEND)". "Leaders have raised their expectations of pupils' behaviour and conduct, which is having a positive impact. Pupils behave very well in lessons. During lesson changeover times and at breaktimes, the school is calm and orderly". "Parents and carers are positive about the education their children receive. One view shared by many was, 'My child has thrived, been supported, encouraged, cared for and listened to at this school".

Working Environment

• Collaborative and Ambitious colleagues with the support of a committed team who work to maintain high standards and expectations
• Be the difference - At Brooke Weston Trust we believe every child deserves the best possible start, giving them a "ticket for life." If you want to use your skills with an organisation committed to making a difference and improving lives, this is the place for you

About Brooke Weston Trust

Our Trust was formed more than 30 years ago with a simple and clear mission - to transform educational performance in all of our communities. Working in some of the most challenging contexts, we improve our students' achievements by making long term commitments to the community and championing new approaches to improve the life chances for young people. Our members of staff are essential to realising this vision, and a happy, motivated and supported team will deliver the best possible experiences for our young people. We place great emphasis on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment in all our schools, where all staff can share best practice through our colleague networks. Brooke Weston Trust staff have access to first class professional development through our Centre for Professional Development, which is also home to the Northamptonshire Teaching School Hub.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays. An additional 3 days after 5 years' service and the ability to purchase up to 10 days additional leave per year.
• One wellbeing day a year, in addition to your annual leave
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, covering high street supermarkets, days out and holidays, health and beauty, dining out plus lots more.
• A freshly prepared breakfast and hot or cold lunch each day during term time, when you work in one of our Trust schools
• Payment of professional subscription / membership - If your role requires you to be a member of a professional body, BWT will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.
• Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Your Care, an independent, external organisation. Your Care is available for you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, both face to face and online.
• Additional health benefits including a Health Care cash plan and access to an online GP
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Ongoing opportunities for training and development and access to the BWT Centre for Professional Development