Vacancy ▸ Science Technician

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Science Department as a Science Technician.  Each day you will provide administrative and technical support to the Science Department to ensure that all apparatus and equipment is available and set up to meet the daily timetable requirements covering KS3 to KS4.

The working hours are from 8.00am to 4.00pm, with a 3.30pm finish on Fridays, during the school term.  You will also be paid for an additional 5 days per year, which enables you to attend team meetings, training and development that sits outside your normal working hours.  You will be paid on Scale Point 4 which is £23114 full time equivalent.  Your actual salary is £19850* per annum dependant on our start date, based on working 37 hours per week, and this is paid in 12 equal instalments over the year so even when it is the summer holidays, you continue to receive the same payment that month.

Why choose us?

Science is a core subject covering Physics, Chemistry and Biology, taught by a talented team of six teachers.  We are proud of our school and would welcome the opportunity to give you a tour, so please don’t hesitate to contact Louise Brodigan, HR and Office Manager on 01405 860327 or by email via HR@thesnaithschool.org.uk  if you would like to visit or find out more.

What can we offer you?

• Family friendly policies and opportunities for flexible working, with a trust commitment to continually look to ways to improve the work-life balance for our staff
• Free parking on site
• Refund of the cost of an Annual NHS Prescription Prepayment Certificate
• Free Flu vaccinations held on site each year
• Cycle to work scheme offering savings of up to 32% on a bike and accessories
• Employee Assistance Scheme available 24/7 via telephone or on-line portal, providing advice on assistance on a wide range of practical issues ranging from legal information and consumer issues to specialist counselling.
• In school individual support from Mind as part of the school’s Whole School Approach to Mental Health and Well Being.
• Salary Finance scheme which offers affordable loans and savings account, as well as tools for budgeting and saving
• Access to TeacherPerks.co.uk – discounts from a wide range of organisations.
• Corporate membership to the East Riding Leisure gyms, saving over 25% on membership costs

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an experienced science technician who is very organised, is confident with cleaning and maintaining equipment and stock levels, and is an effective team worker with a helpful and positive attitude in a busy environment.

The deadline for completed application forms is 30 September 2024.   It is anticipated interviews will be held the following week.  We look forward to receiving your application and we will contact you once your application has been reviewed.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  Clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required prior to appointment.

This vacancy involves working with children.  You must read and be familiar with the Child Protection policy on our website.

*pay award pending

How To Apply

To apply for this position, please complete the attached application form, and return to HR@thesnaithschool.org.uk no later than 12pm on 30 September 2024.

The Snaith School reserves the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming amount of applications.