Science Technician - term time, permanent - required asap

Suitable for: Other Graduates

The Role

We seek to recruit the very best support staff to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of our School. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a technician with a good background in science and experience of working in a school or laboratory. The successful candidate will work as a member of a team of four technicians providing specialist technical support to the Science Faculty consisting of eight laboratories over two floors.  The role will include the preparation, setting up and clearing away of apparatus, equipment, materials and solutions as required by teaching staff to support Biology, Chemistry and Physics lessons for KS3 to KS5 pupils (Years 7 to 13).

The post is permanent, full-time term time only plus INSET (37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year), with extra weeks in the school holidays to be determined, and will commence as soon as possible. We would consider part-time hours term time for the right candidate. The salary offered for this post will be Local Government Grade 5, points 11-14, approximately £23,428.91 to £24,593 (fte £27,269 to £28,624). For the right exceptional candidate with relevant experience, salary Grade 6 points 15-20, approximately £24,996.05 to £27,137.98 (fte £29,093 to £31,586) will be considered.

About you

The successful candidate will be qualified to GCSE Grade 5 or C or above in English language, mathematics and sciences and be proficient with IT. They will possess excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, and be able to work independently and as part of a team. The post would ideally suit someone with experience of working in a secondary school, keen to develop skills and continually familiarise themselves with laboratory specific guidance, best practice and Health and Safety requirements.

About us

Founded in 1666 as the Blue Coat Hospital, today Sir Thomas Rich’s is a progressive grammar school for boys in Years 7 to 11, and young men and women in the sixth form. We are consistently one of the highest attaining schools in the county and we are proud of our long-standing reputation for academic and sporting excellence. GCSE results consistently come in the top 10% for attainment and value added in the country. Our students typically achieve ten or eleven GCSEs, mostly at the highest grades, and three or four A-levels, mostly at grades A*, A and B. The School attracts high-ability, talented students and offers a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities. We believe that students thrive in an atmosphere of respect, care and support.

Teachers and support staff work hard to promote this ethos and to make sure that every pupil feels that they are a valued member of the school community. High quality pastoral support is key to this aim, and we work closely with parents to develop positive relationships with families and help students achieve their full potential. Our accomplished teachers use their skills and in-depth subject knowledge to inspire, encourage and support our students in their journey through the School, laying firm foundations for academic excellence at GCSE, in our Sixth Form and beyond. Our excellent support staff show high levels of commitment to the School and work hard to manage all non-teaching aspects of school life effectively.

Located on the edge of the city of Gloucester in the heart of the south west, Sir Thomas Rich’s is just a short drive from Junction 11 of the M5. The beautiful Cotswold towns of Cheltenham and Cirencester are easily accessible and there are excellent public transport links to the nearby cities of Cardiff, Birmingham and Bristol.

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This post is subject to two satisfactory references and an enhanced criminal record check through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Safeguarding Statement
Sir Thomas Rich's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Disclosure of any criminal convictions and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this post.