We are seeking to appoint a Science Technician with energy, enthusiasm and a love of Science who has good organisational skills and can work as part of a team. The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with a dedicated, dynamic team. Full training will be provided. The successful candidate will: have a real passion for Science and supporting the love of Science be able to build relationships quickly, with humility and empathy show respect to others – students and colleagues – in order to get the best out of them be positive, optimistic, caring, kind and approachable be willing to be immersed in the life of a busy and successful school be able to work on their own initiative or as part of a team use resources, intellect, creativity and innovation to be successful Should you wish to arrange a visit to view the school, please do not hesitate to contact Claire Hamblin, Office Manager on [email protected] or at 01963 32368 who will also be happy to arrange this. Further Information SAST will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. In line with KCSIE guidance, this will be part of safer recruitment checks, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the searches and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern. Safeguarding responsibilities associated with this role may include engagement in regulatory activity, such as administering first aid or supporting an upset child. It will have contact with young people on a day-to-day basis. SAST 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 have to meet the person specification and the post is subject to safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and Children’s Barred List check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. SAST recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a workforce which reflects diversity from the communities it serves. SAST values the contributions from all staff from a wide range of different backgrounds and actively seeks to promote an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment and at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance. Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010 SAST welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process which is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. This role is UK- based and your right to work will need to be established as part of the appointment process. About Us Not Specified