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The Norton Knatchbull School is looking for a full time/part time (min 0.6 FTE) Science Technician to support and enhance the teaching of a range of Science subjects. You will provide practical and technical support for teachers delivering Science lessons by preparing experiments and organising equipment. This is a permanent post and a fantastic opportunity for anyone wishing to gain valuable experience in a school environment, possibly as part of their career development or equally somebody already experienced in this field.
Key tasks are to prepare practical lessons and provide continued support to the Science faculty. The laboratories are very well equipped and includes two brand new labs within our recently opened Digital Learning Centre. We currently have large numbers of students studying A Level Sciences; many of whom go onto to study Science-based undergraduate courses. Being adaptable and willing to take on all challenges is essential, as is an interest in all areas of Science.
The successful candidate will possess a positive outlook and have good communication, literacy and numeracy skills. Technical expertise is preferred as a large part of the role involves setting up the equipment and providing the necessary support with the GCSE and A Level ‘Required Practical’ activities. You would also be flexible, mindful of Health and Safety issues. A degree of computer literacy would be required.
In return the school will be able to offer you a supportive and friendly work environment, CPD and career progression. The working hours are usually 8am-4pm with the potential for flexibility. The role is term time only plus 2 INSET days.
NKS is committed to the continuing Professional Development and Equal Opportunities for all our staff. We support our employees in career development and respect initiative and ambition. As such we are committed to using Performance Management; formal and informal training; coaching and mentoring; and peer support to ensure the progression of our staff. In return we expect commitment and a desire to improve and excel from our colleagues. It is important for our students to understand and experience the strength and depth of a diverse community and we aim to create a culture that encourages and values diversity, and that appoints, rewards, and promotes staff based on merit. To show our commitment to this, the school has been awarded the Race Charter Mark.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date depending on applications received. Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.