Location: Brighton And Hove
Salary: From £23,081.71
Education Phase: Secondary
Working Pattern: Full-Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Application Deadline: Thursday, 12th June 2025
About Us
Brighton Aldridge Community Academy (BACA) is located on the outskirts of Brighton, near Falmer station and the AMEX Stadium. The school benefits from good transport links via road and rail, and is situated close to the countryside, city, and seaside, providing a rich and diverse environment for community engagement and cultural development.
BACA features the Sir Rod Aldridge Cricket Centre, with pathways for cricket entrants and through sixth form, closely linked to Sussex Cricket and MCC. The school also offers a successful Construction Academy as part of its vocational programs. The current buildings opened in 2011, reflecting a modern estate.
The school serves a diverse, comprehensive student body, with 43% eligible for pupil premium funding. BACA is committed to supporting all students to achieve strong engagement and outcomes through a focus on culture, coaching, curriculum, and data-driven instruction.
Job Description
We are seeking a Science Technician to support our science team and help elevate our science faculty to outstanding standards. The ideal candidate may have experience in science teaching or laboratory work and should be willing to learn resource management for secondary education.
Overall Purpose of the Role
To support the Science department in maintaining laboratory resources and safety standards.
Key Duties
* Maintain science laboratories and prep rooms in compliance with health and safety regulations, including handling radioactive substances and organizing apparatus restocking.
* Prepare, maintain, and safely store apparatus for demonstrations and practical lessons.
* Maintain cultures and plants used in experiments.
* Prepare chemical solutions.
* Check and repair electrical equipment as needed.
* Provide and clean up practical resources for lessons, including setting up experimental apparatus prior to lessons.
Benefits
Join the Aldridge Education family for a fulfilling career with excellent perks:
* Aldridge Benefits Scheme offering exclusive discounts
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
* Flexible Working Opportunities
* Free On-Site Parking
* Pension Schemes (Teachers' or Local Government)
* Refer a Friend Scheme with rewards
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