Senior Science Technician

Iford Academy; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Iford Academy is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Science Technician to provide technical support across their Science department. This role involves leading lab preparation, managing resources, and ensuring health and safety compliance. A strong focus on professional development and a supportive work environment is offered, fostering career progression and staff wellbeing.

Benefits

Professional learning community

Staff benefits including free eye tests

Strong career progression potential

Employee Assistance Programme

Competitive pension through Teachers' Pensions

Qualifications

• Experience as a Science Technician.
• Ability to lead technical support in a school setting.
• Knowledge of COSHH regulations and chemical storage.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical support across the Science department.
• Manage lab preparation and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Lab preparation

Resource management

Health and safety compliance

Job description

Closing Date:02/07/2025 23:59 Interview Date: Week beginning 07/07/2025 Start Date: 01/09/2025

Additional Information

Establishment: Oak Academy Location: Oak Academy Salary: £25,209 - £27,836 Department: Technicians Job Type: Full Time Key Stage: Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 Closing Date:02/07/2025 23:59 Interview Date: Week beginning 07/07/2025 Start Date: 01/09/2025

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 37.00 Weeks per Year: 44.450 Pay Grade: Support Staff | SCP16 - SCP22

The Role

We’re seeking an experienced Science Technician to take on the role of Senior Science Technician to lead technical support across our Science department, You will support the department through hands-on lab preparation, resource management, and in-class assistance, and ensure the safe and effective use of laboratory equipment and materials. You will lead health and safety compliance, including chemical storage and COSHH regulations.

What We have to Offer:

• A visible and approachable senior leadership team and an enthusiastic and committed team of teachers and support staff.
• A strong support network both within the school and across Authentic Education.
• All staff are part of a professional learning community in which evidence-informed CPD is designed to meet individual needs.
• Strong potential for career progression.
• A culture that respects work-life balance and an ongoing commitment to wellbeing with a dedicated Wellbeing Champion.
• An Employee Assistance Programme including in the moment support and counselling sessions with an external provider.
• Staff benefits include free eye testing for DSE users through Specsavers, free will writing through Dunham McCarthy Solicitors and reduced price corporate gym membership through BH Live.
• A competitive pension through Teachers’ Pensions or The Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff.

Should you wish to arrange a visit or an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Shelley Morris, HR Academy Lead at [e-mail]

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