Senior Science Technician

Stratford Girls' Grammar School; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Stratford Girls' Grammar School is seeking a part-time Senior Science Technician to support the science department across Biology, Chemistry and Physics up to A Level. You will help prepare for practical lessons, keep the laboratories safe and well‑maintained, and assist teaching staff with technical issues.

The role is based in the science practical building, working as part of a small team to support nine science teachers and seven laboratories.

Qualifications

• A working knowledge of science is essential.
• Previous experience in a school setting would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and assist with practical lessons.
• Maintain a safe and healthy working environment in the labs.
• Assist teaching and associate staff with technical issues.

Skills

Science knowledge

School experience

Job description

We are seeking to recruit a part-time Senior Science technician to join our thriving Science department covering all science fields up to and including A Level. Responsibilities will include preparing for and assisting with practical lessons, maintaining a safe and healthy working environment, and assisting teaching and associate staff with technical issues. A working knowledge of science is essential, and previous experience of working in a school would be an advantage.

The science technician support team is made up of a Science Support Manager, Senior Science Technician (job share) and two part-time Laboratory Assistants. The team work out of one prep room in the science practical building and cover Biology, Chemistry, Physics Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 science practicals. The team supports the science department’s nine science teachers and seven science laboratories.

The Job Description below sets out further details of the responsibilities and general duties of the post; and the qualifications, experience and skills required of the successful applicant are set out in the Person Specification.

This school is committed to safeguarding, equality of opportunity, and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.