About this role
The role
We are looking to appoint a proactive and highly organised Senior Science Technician to support the effective delivery of practical Science across KS3 to KS5, with particular expertise in Chemistry.
As a Senior Science Technician, you will play a key role in supporting the Science department by preparing practical equipment, materials and resources, ensuring laboratories are well organised and maintained, and enabling practical work to be carried out safely and effectively. You will support the day-to-day organisation of the Science preparation areas and laboratories, including stock control, ordering, equipment maintenance, chemical storage, and health and safety procedures, in line with CLEAPSS guidance and school policies. Working closely with teaching staff and the technician team, you will help to support engaging, high-quality practical Science across the curriculum.
You will join an energetic school which strives to ensure that all students enjoy learning and achieve their full potential.
In return we will offer
- motivated, enthusiastic and ambitious student
- friendly and supportive staff
- well-resourced facilities with newly refurbished classrooms
- a professionally stimulating and collaborative working environment
- a commitment to professional development
The school is situated within walking distance of the world famous Wembley Stadium, which offers easy access to newly created facilities including the London Designer Outlet.
The school benefits from excellent transport links via public transport and is located a short walk from both Wembley Park and Preston Road Underground Stations. Central London locations are accessible within 20 minutes from the school. The school is also easily accessible from main roads including the M25, M1, M40, A40 and A406.
The above post provides an excellent opportunity to work in a high quality environment and to become part of a highly motivated and visionary staff.
The successful candidate will be expected to carry out their role on the school site.
Application Process
The Application Form will only be accepted from candidates who have completed this form in full. CV’s will not be accepted as a substitute.
In addition to completing an application form, all applicants will be required to complete a criminal records self-declaration form. Please note you are not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are ‘protected’, as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If you have a conviction and are not sure whether is it ‘protected’, please visit the Gov.UK link below:
https://www.gov.uk/tell-employer-or-college-about-criminal-record/check-your-conviction-caution
The safeguarding responsibilities of this post have been outlined in the job description and person specification.
Preston Manor School is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
For further information email [email protected]
The school reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the date advertised, so early application is advised.