Science Technician
OneSchool Global UK Swaffham Campus
Norfolk
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Negotiable depending on experience
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Immediate Start
- Apply by:
- 25 October 2019
Job overview
OneSchool Global UK is part of the One School global network, one of the most extensive and progressive networks of schools and educational support services in the world. With schools in 20 countries worldwide, our 9,000 students are benefiting from the amazing results of global collaboration and cutting-edge educational methods such as Self-Directed Learning.
Due to stable growth, our small and friendly team at Swaffham Campus are looking to recruit a Science Technician to join the team one day a week. This Campus is a modern and unique site with a real cutting-edge design and excellent facilities for children and staff alike.
The post would be ideal for someone with prior experience as a Science Technician, or perhaps you have recently completed studies within Science and are looking to gain some practical experience within a school? Support is required 1 day a week (flexible) and in Term Time Only.
N.B. Visits prior to application are warmly welcomed so you can come and see for yourself what makes Focus Learning Trust such a special and unique place to work.
Key Responsibilities:
• Under the direction of the Science Teacher, assist with the planning and preparation of materials and technical information for practical work
• Have general oversight of maintenance, Health & Safety and storage of resources and equipment in the department
• To be responsible, as part of the whole school commitment, for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
You will:
• Have a recognised laboratory technician qualification or be prepared to undertake training
• Be fully aware of CLEAPPS/COSHH and other regulations regarding the storage of chemicals
• Be able to plan and mange tasks in a timely and effective manner and to work to specified deadlines
• Be patient and be able to work with children
• Enjoy being part of a supportive team
• Respect the school’s aims, values and ethos
We offer:
• Supportive staff and Trustees who are committed to school improvement, who will work with you to achieve your goals
• Students who are enthusiastic and highly motivated with a love of learning
• Active and committed parents and carers and a supportive and involved community
• Excellent premises and well equipped classrooms providing a modern and technologically advanced learning environment for students
• The opportunity to enhance your educational experience with support for continued professional development
For more information about OneSchool Global UK or specific information relating to our Campus please visit http://www.oneschoolglobal.com or follow us on LinkedIn at OneSchool Global UK.
To arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about the role, please call the campus directly on 01760 336 939. To request for an application pack please email flt.recruit@uk.oneschoolglobal.com
Closing Date for application forms: Friday 25th October 2019
Interviews will be held: Friday 1st November 2019
NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES
OneSchool Global UK Swaffham Campus is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.
We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school. This is in line with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education 2018 and The Education Act 2002, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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About OneSchool Global UK Swaffham Campus
- OneSchool Global UK Swaffham Campus
- Turbine Way, Swaffham
- Norfolk
- PE37 7XD
- United Kingdom
The drive to create learners who are self-directed is advanced at OneSchool Swaffham Campus with students having access to state of the art learning centres in both senior and primary areas and a sixth form business centre. In these areas students share best practice and collaborate with a mature approach and a burning desire to achieve. Progressive use of IT is central to life at Swaffham with all students in the senior years each having use of their own laptop. Our highly engaged staff group provide support for the learning with the shared, clear understanding that expectations for achievement are not limited. We deliver a broad curriculum to students from Year 3 to 13 and provide student leadership opportunities and extracurricular involvement wherever possible.
We are on a journey of continuous improvement and achieving ‘outstanding’ at our next inspection is the driving aspiration.
Why should I work at OneSchool Global UK Swaffham Campus?
- Staff solidarity, goodwill and support.
- Input and support from community.
- Forward thinking.
- Children eager to learn.
- Continuous Professional Development.
- Small class sizes - Secondary.
Focus Learning Trust was established as a registered charity in 2003 for the advancement of education, primarily providing leadership and support to its network of 23 UK, non-selective, independent schools which are registered as schools with a religious character, following the national curriculum.
We are part of the OneSchool Global network – one of the most extensive and progressive networks of schools and educational support services in the world. With schools in 20 countries worldwide, our 9000 students are benefiting from the amazing results of global collaboration and cutting-edge educational methods.
In April 2019, the entire OneSchool entity rebranded globally, hence our new look and our name change from Focus School to OneSchool Global UK. This better reflects our teaching and learning strategy and makes us truly one global school.
Campus Principal: Mr Paul Rapley
Number of Campus Staff: 25
Number of Students: 110
Vision & Values:
“A global education ecosystem that develops life-ready students who learn how to learn.”
In coming to this school each student, parent and staff member shall uphold the values of the School:
- Integrity - uprightness and honesty;
- Care and Compassion – kindness, consideration and generosity to the whole community;
- Respect – for all people, property, opinions and those in authority;
- Responsibility – for our actions, progress and the environment;
- Commitment – to self-discipline and the pursuit of excellence.
Our Campus Prospectus and latest Inspection Report can be downloaded from the links lower down the page.
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