Science Technician

Full time, term time only + 5 days

Monday – Thursday 8am – 4pm

Friday – 8am – 3.30pm

Salary Range A1/A3 (actual starting salary £15,379 per annum)

An opportunity has arisen for a Science Technician to join our exciting and vibrant Science Department. The role involves working under the direction of a Senior Science Technician to provide departmental and practical classroom support. The science department at Horsforth comprises of 15 classroom teachers and 11 science laboratories. There are 3 prep rooms which are each tailored to each of the different science disciplines. The role involves a variety of tasks including the preparation of materials, maintaining and repairing equipment and supporting staff and students on their safe use. 

This is an extremely busy position and the successful candidate must be hardworking, energetic, reliable and adaptable, with the ability to work independently to deal with issues as they arise and as a team player.

We believe in ‘opportunity and achievement for all’, are committed to the highest outcomes for students and to develop the best opportunities for staff. Join us now and you will become part of a highly successful team with a supportive, collaborative and creative ethos. 

This post represents an opportunity to join a consistently oversubscribed school, which enjoys strong community and international links.  The School’s commitment to excellence in education is recognised nationally.   Ofsted describe us as a ‘good school with outstanding features’. We offer a nurturing environment within which everyone can reach their full potential, behaviour is graded ‘outstanding’.

For our 1400 students, Horsforth School provides an engaging environment of discovery and growth. For our colleagues too, this setting offers some great benefits. Located in north-west Leeds, the school is just five miles from the city centre with its thriving retail, leisure and cultural facilities, yet on the edge of open countryside. York, Harrogate and the Dales are within easy reach.

If you’d like to find out more, please call 0113 226 5454. Or for full details and to apply, please visit www.horsforthschool.org or email recruitment@horsforthschool.org.  

The closing date is 12 noon on Wednesday 12 May 2021

Start date: Starting September 2021

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment.  Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.