Science Technician

We are seeking a Technician to join our well-resourced Science Department.

The role will include assisting in the lab preparing for lessons and experiments ensuring all apparatus and chemicals are put away correctly and adhering to health and safety standards.

The ideal applicant will have previous experience of working in a school science lab but full training will be provided. You will be happy to work alone as well as part of a team of experienced Technicians. All science backgrounds are welcome.

Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre is a thriving school established in 1971 where all students are challenged to reach excellence every day. Our most important resource is our staff. Therefore we aim to create the conditions and culture within the academy that make Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre a rewarding place to work. We are committed to investing in staff professional learning and leadership development taking action to rationalise workload promote mental and physical health and wellbeing and encourage collaboration and peer support.

As a part of GLF Schools you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2000 colleagues and over 17000 pupils

Founded upon the values of Respect Inclusivity Integrity and Kindness

43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England

We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity

Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer which allows all our colleagues to Grow Learn and Flourish

Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Work life and family friendly policies

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Access to a staff benefits portal

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Salary: 25001 - 26782 (GLF Associate 3 Point 1-9)
• Actual Salary:
• Hours of work: 30 hours per week - 39 weeks per year (term time only)
• Closing Date: 23rd November
• Interview date: TBC
• Required Experience:
  
  IC
• Employment Type:
  
  Full-Time
• Experience:
  
  years
• Vacancy: 1