Senior Science Technician
Copthall School
Mill Hill, London Borough of Barnet
- Expired
- Salary:
- £20,450 - £21,717 p.a.incl
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 24 June 2018
Job overview
Headteacher: Ms E Forde
Senior Science Technician
35 hours per week, 40 weeks per annum (Term Time Only)
£20,450 - £21,717 p.a.incl
Do you want to make an impact in a school that is moving forward with exciting times ahead?
We are looking to appoint an experienced technician with the ability to manage the day to day running of our friendly technical team, supporting our busy Science department.
The post holder will assist in practical classes as required and will support the department in the organising and managing of practical resources including basic maintenance of equipment.
we offer candidates:
- excellent facilities with 9 well equipped purpose built laboratories
- excellent support from an experienced team of professional technician
- support, mentoring and professional learning appropriate to the post
- a forward looking, hardworking and enthusiastic team of staff with the desire and skills to improve outcomes
Visits to the school are welcome and encouraged. Please get in touch if you would like to arrange this.
Copthall School is a culturally diverse and inclusive all girls secondary school based in Mill Hill, Barnet. Our Science results are consistently strong with our 2017 results at GCSE and A-Level above national averages. Our thriving Sixth Form which is in the top 12% of schools for A Level results (ALPS grade 2) offers both A Level and Vocational pathways and we boast an excellent success rate in University applications.
Copthall has seen rapid improvements in standards across the school. Following our recent Ofsted inspection, Copthall has been awarded the status of ‘Good’. ‘By implementing systems to raise staffs and pupils’ aspirations, leaders have established a culture of high expectations. As a result, the school has secured marked improvements to learning and pupils progress’. The full report can be accessed using the following link: http://www.copthallschool.org.uk/226/ofsted
Copthall School is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults.
Appointment is subject to a clear DBS check to an enhanced level.
Application forms must be completed and are available from the School website: http://www.copthallschool.org.uk/219/join-us or by phoning the school office on 020 8959 1937.
Completed forms should be returned directly to Copthall School at the above address or via email to recruitment@copthall.barnet.sch.uk.
Closing date: Monday 25th June 2018 (12 noon)
Attached documents
About Copthall School
Copthall School prides itself on educating 21st century women for successful careers in STEM, human, social and health sciences, performing arts and creative industries. We have approximately 1000 students on role, 120 of which are enrolled in our thriving Sixth Form which is in the top 12% of schools for A Level results. We offer both A-Level and Vocational pathways and we boast an excellent success rate in University applications.
Situated in Mill Hill, Barnet we have fantastic outdoor space as well as access to sporting facilities at Stone X Stadium and Copthall Leisure Centre. Our indoor facilities are equally impressive with a specialist dance studio with sprung flooring, a Music technology suite and of course, well-equipped and spacious classrooms.
Headteacher
Maria Winters
Values and vision
Copthall prides itself on their Values of Respect, Equality for All, Support and Safety, Aspiration and Responsibility which have underpinned our rapidly improving school. Our Teaching and Learning vision has been instrumental in ensuring that all our students receive an excellent education which is enhanced by the wealth of extra-curricular opportunities available.
We have a unique partnership with Mill Hill Independent School which benefits staff and students at both schools through a range of CPD opportunities, sporting activities and occasions for a shared curricular.
Copthall retained its ‘Good’ judgement from Ofsted in November 2023. Inspectors key findings were:
- Pupils are safe and well cared for
- The school community is harmonious, reflecting the learning experienced by all about equality and diversity
- The school has high expectations for pupils to achieve well
- The curriculum, including in the sixth form, is well planned and sequenced around important subject knowledge
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