Science Technician, The Holt School
| Posting date: | 28 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 10 July 2025 |
| Location: | Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 1EE |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2b96c858-92f5-4e15-941d-296aea43cd47 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The successful candidate will ideally have experience working in a science lab; have good knowledge of chemicals routinely used within schools and knowledge of health and safety matters relevant to the laboratory environment. They will also need to be computer literate, work proactively and independently, take the initiative when required and be approachable and adaptable.
The successful candidate will be responsible for general duties within the Science faculty, including preparation of practical lessons, assisting in lessons, and helping with auditing of chemicals and stationary items in the department.
What the school offers its staff
• All staff are offered free flu vaccinations
• All staff work in a comfortable environment
• Coffee and home-made cakes on a Thursday break time
• An active staff room committee overseeing social events
Further details about the role
The Holt is a popular and oversubscribed 11-16 girls and 16-18 co-ed comprehensive school, which converted to academy status in July 2011.
The school was judged ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted in March 2023; there are 1459 students on roll (262 in the Sixth Form).
The successful candidate will ideally have experience working in a science lab; have good knowledge of chemicals routinely used within schools and knowledge of health and safety matters relevant to the laboratory environment. They will also need to be computer literate, work proactively and independently, take the initiative when required and be approachable and adaptable.
The successful candidate will be responsible for general duties within the Science faculty, including preparation of practical lessons, assisting in lessons, and helping with auditing of chemicals and stationary items in the department.
See job description for further details.
Application forms and recruitment pack are available to download from the school website
Please note that CVs will not be accepted. Prospective applicants are welcome to telephone Mrs Katie Warner, HR Manager, for more information about this post.
The Holt School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Closing date: 9am, Thursday 10th July 2025
We reserve the right to assess and interview on receipt of application.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Holt School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
The successful candidate will ideally have experience working in a science lab; have good knowledge of chemicals routinely used within schools and knowledge of health and safety matters relevant to the laboratory environment. They will also need to be computer literate, work proactively and independently, take the initiative when required and be approachable and adaptable.
The successful candidate will be responsible for general duties within the Science faculty, including preparation of practical lessons, assisting in lessons, and helping with auditing of chemicals and stationary items in the department.
What the school offers its staff
• All staff are offered free flu vaccinations
• All staff work in a comfortable environment
• Coffee and home-made cakes on a Thursday break time
• An active staff room committee overseeing social events
Further details about the role
The Holt is a popular and oversubscribed 11-16 girls and 16-18 co-ed comprehensive school, which converted to academy status in July 2011.
The school was judged ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted in March 2023; there are 1459 students on roll (262 in the Sixth Form).
The successful candidate will ideally have experience working in a science lab; have good knowledge of chemicals routinely used within schools and knowledge of health and safety matters relevant to the laboratory environment. They will also need to be computer literate, work proactively and independently, take the initiative when required and be approachable and adaptable.
The successful candidate will be responsible for general duties within the Science faculty, including preparation of practical lessons, assisting in lessons, and helping with auditing of chemicals and stationary items in the department.
See job description for further details.
Application forms and recruitment pack are available to download from the school website
Please note that CVs will not be accepted. Prospective applicants are welcome to telephone Mrs Katie Warner, HR Manager, for more information about this post.
The Holt School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Closing date: 9am, Thursday 10th July 2025
We reserve the right to assess and interview on receipt of application.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Holt School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service Check.