Senior Science Technician

Summary:

Join a school's Senior Science Technician team and support student success with technical expertise and passion.

About the School:

A school committed to providing a creative, happy, and successful future for all students, with a strong focus on enrichment, sports, and the arts. It is part of a growing trust with a shared mission to deliver high-quality education.

The Opportunity:

As a Senior Science Technician, you will provide specialist technical support to the Science department, ensuring a safe and well-resourced learning environment. This role is integral to helping students become confident and successful learners, and to contributing to the school’s positive ethos and values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain science equipment, resources, and laboratory environments to support effective teaching and learning.
• Collaborate with Science department staff to prepare and deliver practical lessons and experiments.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in all science-related activities.
• Support students in developing practical skills and understanding through hands-on learning experiences.
• Assist in the development and implementation of science curriculum resources and materials.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school by participating in events, initiatives, and extracurricular activities.
• Provide general technical support to staff and students across the school.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment usage, maintenance, and inventory.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Relevant experience in a science laboratory or technical support role within an educational setting.
• Strong knowledge of science equipment, safety procedures, and practical teaching methods.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, students, and other support staff.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Preferred

• Experience in a school setting, ideally within a high-performing institution.
• Knowledge of curriculum development and resource creation for science education.
• Experience with digital tools and software used in education and laboratory management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and full-time equivalent pay.
• Generous pension contribution and comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits.
• Access to high-quality continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities.