Science Technician

Science Technician

Part-time, to start as soon as possible, term time only plus 2 days prorata

Grade 13, Point 6-11, £25989 FTE/year, actual pay: £15,398 pa, pay award pending

26 hours, working Monday - Friday (flexible options can be discussed)

We want to hear from you if you have a passion for Science and supporting learning within a forward thinking department that is part of a school with a strong sense of community and purpose.

Candidates will need to demonstrate:

• Ability to organise, maintain and manage apparatus, equipment and supplies.

• A strong awareness of health and safety procedures and COSHH requirements.

• To work as part of a fast moving team.

• To support the successful running of experiments, projects and activities within science and technology as required.

• A keen enthusiasm for Science and technology.

We can offer you:

• The benefit of working in an innovative and forward-thinking Trust.

• A chance to work within a school committed to every learner.

• The opportunity to work with our young learners.

• A commitment to offering excellent CPD opportunities.

• Staff benefits, including discounted gym membership and a cycle to work scheme.

• In addition to your contribution to the pension scheme, the school/employer contribute to the pension fund, currently 19.2%. 

• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, PAM Wellbeing, who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family.

At the Wessex Learning Trust collaboration is key, we work together to share knowledge, grow and develop through professional learning communities.

To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form, (available on The Wessex Learning Trust website and E-Teach), together with a letter of application for the attention of, Mr Lee Cornwall, Headteacher. Your letter should be no more than two pages, detailing your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position.