Part-time Physics Technician

Altrincham Grammar School for Boys  

Part-Time Physics Technician

Salary: Point 7 £14,928 actual

The Role

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Part-time Physics Technician from the 1st September 2020.  The hours you would be required to work are 32.5 hours per week (8.30am to 3.30pm (negotiable and some flexibility may be required), term time only plus 5 training days.

Benefits

We offer:

1. Childcare voucher scheme
2. Free membership of the School’s Fitness Suite and Sports Hall
3. Staff common room with free tea & coffee
4. Onsite hot and cold food
5. Social functions/concerts/plays etc
6. Car parking onsite

The School 

Founded in 1912, the school is rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted and secures some of the best examination results at GCSE and A level in the country. Almost all students progress to university with many attending the best Russell Group universities including Oxford, Cambridge and many others. 

We tailor our curriculum to ensure students are nurtured as well-rounded individuals, excelling in core subjects like Mathematics, English and the Sciences but who are also deeply knowledgeable about the Arts and Humanities. 

The successful applicant will be remunerated at a level representing their qualifications, skills and experience.

The Role

He/she will join a team of 4 technicians within the Faculty and be responsible to Head of Physics and the Head of Science:

• Putting out and collecting in of lesson materials for classes

• Preparation and assembly of apparatus and materials for practical lessons and demonstrations

• Maintenance, cleaning and, where possible, repair of equipment

• Maintenance of stocks of stationary, apparatus, consumables and safety equipment for the Department

• Maintenance of the physics apparatus inventory

• Work with members of the department to improve the efficiency of apparatus storage 

• Assist with the filing of resources

• Adopting safe working techniques in accordance with the School’s safety policy

• Photocopying for the Department

• Assistance in preparation of laboratories for open days and science club

• Covering for absent technicians

• Undertaking any duties within the Science faculty as may be requested by the Heads of Science Departments

• Support teachers/pupils in practical activities if requested by a teacher

The holder of this post should:

• Have the ability to work in a methodical, organised and tidy fashion

• Be familiar with the use of basic tools

• Have good communication skills

• Be able to work as part of a team

• Some ICT skills would be an advantage.

How to Apply

A completed application form and a covering letter (addressed to the Head Master) should be returned by 8am on Friday, 24th July 2020  to mbrickell@agsb.co.uk.  Interviews will take place at AGSB on Wednesday 29th July 2020.

Further background information is available on our website, please follow the link - https://www.agsb.co.uk. 

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with details of the interview process. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

The successful candidate will require a DBS check.

Head Master: Mr G.A Wright MA (Hons) FRSA. Altrincham Grammar School for Boys, Marlborough Road, Bowdon, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2RS.