Senior Science Technician

Reeson Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational agency seeks a Senior Science Technician for a mixed secondary school in London. The role involves supporting science classes, training staff, and maintaining lab equipment. The ideal candidate has significant experience in the UK educational system and holds a relevant science degree. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and is based on the term time only contract.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience supporting KS3 - KS5 Science classes.
• Clear and updated Enhanced DBS.
• First Aid qualification or relevant training.
• Health & Safety qualification or relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside Science Teachers for practical lessons.
• Train other Science Technicians in safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of lab equipment.

Skills

Experience in a UK Secondary School

Training other Science Technicians

Maintaining lab equipment records

Education

UK Bachelor's Degree in Science

Job description

Overview

Senior Science Technician is needed in a Mixed Secondary School & Sixth Form in South West London.

The school is ideally seeking a Senior Science Technician with a minimum of 4-5 years of experience in a UK Secondary School setting supporting KS3 - KS5 Science classes.

This Senior Science Technician position will be full time and permanent.

The contract for this Senior Science Technician post will be Term Time Only (39 weeks).

Working hours and days for this Senior Science Technician role will be 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours a week).

Responsibilities

• Working alongside Science Teachers to plan and carry out practical lessons
• Training other Science Technicians to ensure they are following correct safety procedures
• Maintaining accurate and up to date record of lab equipment

Salary & Contract

The salary for this Senior Science Technician position will be between 35200 and 37423, subject to pro rata, depending on the qualifications and experience of each applicant.

About the School

An Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' Free School & Sixth Form, located in the London Borough of Wandsworth.

Having opened in 2012 the school is now fully subscribed with 800 places for pupils aged 11 to 18 year olds.

The school is built on the landmark site of a former hospital and continues its tradition of service to the local community.

The building is also able to operate as a doctors' surgery for local families.

The listed building has been fully refurbished and modernised to provide excellent learning facilities yet still preserves the building's historic features.

High quality classrooms and specialist spaces for RS, Music and Technology have been created as well, ensuring teaching is delivered effectively.

The school has two courts, sports hall and makes good use of local facilities for outdoor games and competitive sport.

Requirements

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• Right to work in the UK
• UK Bachelor's Degree in Science
• Clear and updated Enhanced DBS
• First Aid qualification or relevant training
• Health & Safety qualification or relevant training
• Experience as a Science Technician or Senior Science Technician in UK schools

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity in education and training as a Senior Science Technician, then please apply via the link below and send your CV to Rahul at REESON Education as soon as possible.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England.