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School Science Technician

Wishford Schools

School Science Technician

£24960

Wishford Schools, Tetbury, Gloucestershire

  • Part time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 17 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: aedc05e5d25d4440ba29892489fa158c

Full Job Description

  • Preparation of practical experiments for students

  • Administration as required to support the department

  • Liaising with the Head of Science regarding the resources budget and keeping track of spending

  • Setting up IT equipment (checking that they work first time)

  • Clearing and cleaning of used equipment

  • Maintenance of equipment and the laboratory facilities

  • Trialling and modifying new experiments

  • Making new equipment

  • Checking stock levels & ordering of equipment, chemicals, books, stationery and any other materials required by science staff

  • Arranging for maintenance and repair of equipment

  • Organising the recording of teaching and assessment material

  • Reproducing and distributing lesson material

  • Keeping Health & Safety information up to date

  • Organising display work

  • Helping teaching staff with practical work in lessons when required

  • Consultation & discussion with other staff members

  • Other reasonable requests from Head of Science and Science Teachers

    Experience as a Science Technician in Schools is desirable

  • A Science or Engineering background would be advantageous

  • Demonstrable experience of working in a fast paced environment

  • A methodical, skilled planner

  • Excellent organisation and communication skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills

  • High levels of initiative

  • Enjoys working in a challenging role and the ability to cope with time and other pressures

  • Be polite, professional and friendly at all times with pupils and colleagues.

  • Be able work as part of a team

  • Be prepared to assist colleagues in a willing and positive manner including assisting with other duties as required

  • Be flexible, reliable, punctual and trustworthy

    Hours: Part time role, 22.5 hours per week, to fit around the requirements of the department Term time only, 34 weeks


    • Salary: £12.00 per hour,
  • Cycle to work scheme

  • 5% employer pension

  • Means tested staff discount

  • Free lunch if working in one of our schools

  • Pro rota paid holiday + bank holidays

  • Access to the group's counselling scheme

  • Access to fully funded apprenticeships, up to L7

  • Discretionary Christmas stand down

  • On site parking