Senior Science Technician

Jo Richardson Community School; London Borough of Barking and Dagenham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wednesday CPD

Induction programme

Professional development

Staff wellbeing

Job summary

Jo Richardson Community School in Barking and Dagenham is seeking a senior science technician to provide technical support for science within the department. The role involves maintaining equipment, preparing materials and assisting teachers to deliver practical science sessions.

The successful candidate will require an Enhanced DBS disclosure and will join an Ofsted Outstanding school known for a strong CPD focus, staff wellbeing, and a dedicated induction programme for new staff, including

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for science in the department as a senior technician.
• Assist teachers with practical work, equipment prep and maintenance.

Job description

This senior science technician post sits in the science department of Jo Richardson Community School, a secondary school. The role is technical support for science, at senior technician level. The school was rated Outstanding in every category by Ofsted in May 2024 and sets aside Wednesday afternoons for CPD. Applicants must use the school's application form, as CVs are not accepted, and visa sponsorship is not available.

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS disclosure

Other

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

What’s offered

• Wednesday afternoons set aside for CPD
• Induction including a two-week ECT school-based immersion programme in July, open to all staff
• Professional development with high challenge and strong support
• Focus on staff wellbeing