Job Details SCIENCE ASSISTANT/CLEANER Permanent, Part Time (30 hours per week, term time only) Required to start 3 June 2024 We are seeking to appoint a Science Assistant/Cleaner who can work safely and efficiently both individually and as part of the team in our well-equipped and busy Science Department. Some relevant experience working in a laboratory environment with glassware and hazardous chemicals is desirable however, training will be provided. This is a permanent position, working 30 hours a week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus 1 day pro rata to be worked in the holidays). The start and finishing times are from 9am until 3.30pm Monday to Friday (with a half hour unpaid lunch break) The pro rata salary for this post is £15,962 per annum, which includes 5.6 weeks of holiday pay. This is based on spine point 6 within grade 2 of the support staff pay spine for which the current full-time salary is £23,162 per annum. The Science Department The successful candidate will join the Science Technician team of 6 staff, which is managed by the Science Technician Manager. The department has a very high reputation for quality, is extremely popular and is expanding. It is a really friendly and supportive department but is often extremely busy and hectic with over 1500 students involved in all courses. The majority of these students are on A level and A2 courses undertaking standard and assessed coursework practicals. There are 12 large and well-equipped laboratories for practical work and 6 preparation areas for technical staff. HOW TO APPLY For details of how to submit your application, please visit our website The deadline for receipt of applications is 9am on Tuesday 14 May 2024 Interviews will take place on Thursday 23 May 2024 For applicants who are invited to interview there will be ample opportunity to learn more about our provision and needs through discussions with staff. BHASVIC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.