Technician in STEM - Physics

Chichester College; Washington; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Annual leave 25–28 days

Discount schemes

Employee assistance programme

Family friendly policies

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Chichester College is seeking a motivated STEM Physics Technician to support GCSE and A Level Physics delivery across our STEM curriculum. You will work with a collaborative technician team to prepare, maintain and set up equipment for practical lessons, while ensuring safe and well-organised laboratories and learning spaces.

The role involves assisting teaching staff and learners during practical activities, projects and curriculum enrichment events, with opportunities to develop professionally

Qualifications

• A keen interest in Physics, Science or a related STEM discipline.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support a range of curriculum areas.
• Commitment to providing an excellent learning experience for students.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain and set up equipment, materials and resources for practical physics lessons, demonstrations and assessments.
• Ensure laboratories, workshops and learning environments are safe, organised and compliant with health and safety requirements.
• Support teaching staff and learners during practical activities, projects and curriculum enrichment events.

Skills

Organisational skills

Team player

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Job description

Do you want to be part of our vibrant and ambitious STEM team and play a key role in inspiring the next generation of scientists, engineers and innovators? We are seeking an enthusiastic and organised STEM Technician in Physics to support the delivery of outstanding teaching and learning across our STEM curriculum. Working as part of a collaborative technician team, you will provide practical and technical support for GCSE and A Level Physics courses, while also contributing to a wide range of activities across Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics programmes.

If you are passionate about STEM education and enjoy working behind the scenes to create exceptional learning experiences, we would love to hear from you.

As our STEM Physics Technician, you will: Prepare, maintain and set up equipment, materials and resources for practical physics lessons, demonstrations and assessments. Ensure laboratories, workshops and learning environments are safe, organised and compliant with health and safety requirements. Support teaching staff and learners during practical activities, projects and curriculum enrichment events.

What we can offer you in this role:

Be Part of an Inspiring STEM Environment Work alongside dedicated teaching and technical professionals in a thriving STEM department that values innovation, collaboration and excellence.

Make a Difference Every Day Play a vital role in supporting practical learning experiences that help students achieve their ambitions and progress to exciting careers.

Learn and Develop Access professional development opportunities to expand your technical expertise and support your career progression.

Variety and Teamwork No two days are the same. You'll work across a broad range of STEM subjects, technologies and projects as part of a supportive technician team.

A keen interest in Physics, Science or a related STEM discipline. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. The ability to work effectively as part of a team and support a range of curriculum areas. A commitment to providing an excellent learning experience for students. A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Our Staff Benefits - see attached job pack for further information.

• Local Government Pension Scheme, with the Group contributing 15% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement
• Access to a range of discount schemes including shopping, restaurants, gym, travel, cinema and onsite facilities.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.