Senior Science Technician
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 02 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 16 Gorffennaf 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | London, SW12 0AB |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 4adc368e-5dba-4864-a58b-280aae402b0e |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
• Support the Head of Science in delivering technical services for science teaching and ensure safe, stimulating lab environments.
• Line manage and train Science Technician(s), including overseeing recruitment and performance.
• Prepare, test, demonstrate, and dispose of equipment and materials for practical lessons, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Maintain, repair, and calibrate laboratory equipment, including IT hardware, and keep accurate safety and maintenance records.
• Ensure proper storage and stock levels of chemicals and apparatus, following statutory guidelines.
• Develop and implement systems to improve lab and prep room efficiency and cleanliness.
• Manage ordering, deliveries, and budget tracking for science department resources using Best Value principles.
• Provide technical advice and support to teachers and students during lessons and practicals.
• Lead the induction and CPD for technical staff, ensuring ongoing safety and skills training.
• Support curriculum development with technical expertise, including IT and new practical resources.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding policies.
• Participate in school events, meetings, CPD, and uphold the school’s Catholic ethos and code of conduct.
What the school offers its staff
• Endless opportunities for Continual Professional Development (CPD).
• Collaborative, cross-curricular working groups to drive innovation in teaching and share best practices.
• A comprehensive induction programme for all new staff.
• Inner London weighting to reflect our commitment to fair remuneration.
• A dedicated wellbeing programme to support staff health and work-life balance.
• Access to a healthcare scheme.
• Two-week October half-term break.
• Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Recognition through long service awards.
Commitment to safeguarding
https://www.laretraite.co.uk/Information/Safeguarding/
• Support the Head of Science in delivering technical services for science teaching and ensure safe, stimulating lab environments.
• Line manage and train Science Technician(s), including overseeing recruitment and performance.
• Prepare, test, demonstrate, and dispose of equipment and materials for practical lessons, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Maintain, repair, and calibrate laboratory equipment, including IT hardware, and keep accurate safety and maintenance records.
• Ensure proper storage and stock levels of chemicals and apparatus, following statutory guidelines.
• Develop and implement systems to improve lab and prep room efficiency and cleanliness.
• Manage ordering, deliveries, and budget tracking for science department resources using Best Value principles.
• Provide technical advice and support to teachers and students during lessons and practicals.
• Lead the induction and CPD for technical staff, ensuring ongoing safety and skills training.
• Support curriculum development with technical expertise, including IT and new practical resources.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding policies.
• Participate in school events, meetings, CPD, and uphold the school’s Catholic ethos and code of conduct.
What the school offers its staff
• Endless opportunities for Continual Professional Development (CPD).
• Collaborative, cross-curricular working groups to drive innovation in teaching and share best practices.
• A comprehensive induction programme for all new staff.
• Inner London weighting to reflect our commitment to fair remuneration.
• A dedicated wellbeing programme to support staff health and work-life balance.
• Access to a healthcare scheme.
• Two-week October half-term break.
• Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Recognition through long service awards.
Commitment to safeguarding
https://www.laretraite.co.uk/Information/Safeguarding/