Science Technician
The School
Calthorpe Park School is a highly successful place to learn and grow. The school is in an exciting phase of ongoing development as its numbers increase year on year within the context of outstanding standards of care and expectation. The school’s projected growth over a number of years creates many ongoing opportunities for staff to develop, enhance and advance their careers within the same institution.
We pride ourselves on the excellence of our exam results but our ethos is to support all students to have the opportunity to succeed and the experience of success in a culture of care and consideration; challenge and commitment; respect and responsibility; integrity and impression. These four are the tenets of ‘The Calthorpe Way’. We aim to educate the whole child for the whole of their life: no ceilings or parameters; aspiring to excellence in everything we do.
Job/Person Summary
We are seeking a conscientious, reliable and enthusiastic person, with effective communication skills, to join our Science technician team. Duties will include preparing materials for lessons, set up and distribute materials in preparation for lessons, safety checks in the laboratories and general administration and support for the teachers. Previous experience of working in a school environment or as a Science Technician would be an advantage. This post is for 37 hours per week for 44 weeks of the year (including INSET days); working hours: 8.15am till 4.15pm. Salary: £22,305 (FTE £23,115). To start 2 September 2024
We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if we receive applications that meet the criteria.
We welcome flexible working.
Prior to interview, an online search will be conducted to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role. This is in line with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Please note this online search will be carried out only on publicly available information and be limited to issues relating to your suitability to work with children and/or in a school environment. Issues that arise will not automatically be a bar to your employment at this school.
Calthorpe Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.