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Science Technician - Ian Ramsey CE Academy (Northern Lights Learning Trust)

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Full time - term time plus specified days
Advert Start Date:
20/04/2023
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 09/06/2023 09:00
Salary:
£20,812 - £21,189 FTE, NJC SCP 3-4
Hours per week:
22.5
Job Category:
Schools - Support
Vacancy ID:
243382
Employment Location:
Stockton-on-Tees
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
9 Jun
Further Information
Science Technician
Permanent position required for September 2023 or sooner.
IAN RAMSEY CE ACADEMY
NJC SCP 3- 4 £20,812 - £21,189 FTE
22.5hrs (3 days per week) term time only, plus 5 days.
Salary will be adjusted to reflect the number of weeks worked.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to join our Science Technician
Support Team. The successful candidate will have a passion for science and possess recent
and relevant experience of working within a science-based environment. Experience working
in a secondary school environment is highly desirable.

The core elements of the role are - preparing chemicals, materials, apparatus, and equipment for use in lessons, supporting pupils and teachers in practical lessons, maintenance of the school science labs and equipment. Work in conjunction with teaching staff to develop new projects and to provide advice and guidance where needed.

To be considered for this position of Science Technician, you must have the ability to work
collaboratively with teachers, non-teaching staff and pupils; enjoy working with young people
in a busy school setting and have excellent practical skills. You will need to be highly organised and self-motivated, a strong communicator with solid interpersonal skills, proficient in the use of IT packages and have knowledge of Health and Safety procedures within a lab environment.

If you have high expectations of yourself, enthusiasm, and a shared commitment to continual improvement we would like to hear from you.

The successful candidate should have:
• Experience of working in a Secondary school science department.
• Good understanding of CLEAPPS, HAZCARDS and practical experiment requirements.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills.
• A positive attitude, flexibility, and adaptability.
• Ability to engage and deliver lesson resources under the guidance of the teacher.
• High expectations of yourself and others.

If so, we would really welcome your application.

In return you will receive:
• A supportive working environment that puts people at the heart of the
organisation.
• Continuous professional development, including the opportunity to undertake
related qualifications.
• National Terms and Conditions of Employment.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• The opportunity to work as part of a growing Trust and shape this role.

Details of the school can be found on the school website: https://www.ianramsey.org.uk/

CLOSING DATE:
Applications must be received by: Friday 9th June 2023 at 9am.
Shortlisting will take place on: Monday 12th June 2023.
Interviews will take place on: Monday 19th June 2023.

HOW TO APPLY:
Letters of application should be returned, along with a Northern Lights Learning
Trust application form, via email to Katy Blakemore, recruitment@ianramsey.org.uk
or by post to Katy Blakemore, HR/Office Manager, Ian Ramsey CE Academy,
Fairfield Road, Stockton-on-Tees, TS19 7AJ.

Applications will only be considered on receipt of an application form, CVs and other
forms of application will not be accepted. For further information, please contact
Katy Blakemore on 01642 585205.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.