Science Technician
The Norton Knatchbull School
Ashford Kent
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Kent Range 4
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 21 June 2018
Job overview
SCIENCE TECHNICIAN
Required for September 2018
This is a permanent post, 37 hours per week, term time only. It is paid on Kent Range 4 - £17,137 (pro rata: £14,132). This is a vital role within a successful team and key tasks are to prepare practical lessons and support science teachers. The successful applicant will have a good level of organisation and the ability to manage time effectively. He/she would also be flexible, mindful of health and safety issues and possess excellent interpersonal skills. A degree of computer literacy would be required for the role and an interest in Chemistry, Biology or Physics is essential.
For a job description and an application form, visit our school website at www.nks.kent.sch.uk
Please send completed application form, C.V. and application letter of no more than 2 sides of A4, to Mrs. S. Butcher, P.A. to the Headteacher, either by post or email sbutcher@nks.kent.sch.uk
Deadline for applications: 4 p.m. Friday 22nd June 2018. Interviews will take place as soon as possible thereafter.
NKS is committed to the Continuing Professional Development of all our staff. We support our employees in career development and respect initiative and ambition. As such we are committed to using Performance Management; formal and informal training; coaching and mentoring; and peer support to ensure the progression of our staff. In return we expect commitment and a desire to improve and excel from our colleagues.
All new recruits to our team will be further supported by a comprehensive Induction Programme and a Mentor.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
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About The Norton Knatchbull School
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The Norton Knatchbull School is a single-sex, selective, 11-18, international school for boys, situated in Ashford in Kent. It includes a sixth form, where 25% of students in Years 12 and 13 are girls. The selection process requires a pass in the Kent Test for children in Year 7 or a pass in the school’s Casual Admissions Entrance Exam for pupils in Years 8-11. There are 1,185 students currently on the school roll, 255 of whom are sixth-form students.
The Norton Knatchbull School, which was originally named Ashford Grammar School, was founded in 1630 and was given its current name in 1975, after the school’s founder.
Headteacher
Mr. Ben Greene, BA (Hon), NPQH
Values and vision
The Norton Knatchbull School combines traditional values with a forward-looking and vibrant learning environment. Students are nurtured to become considerate, confident and well-rounded individuals.
The school also provides an atmosphere where students feel supported and inspired to strive for their personal best. Its approach to academic study is varied, disciplined and fosters a life-long love of learning. The Norton Knatchbull School values community and celebrates diversity.
The school has language and science specialisms, provides a wealth of extra-curricular activities, and offers careers education, advice and guidance.
Ofsted report
“Students achieve well, particularly in mathematics and science where their progress exceeds expectations. Teaching is good, and some is outstanding. Teachers have good subject knowledge which is clearly communicated. They value and benefit from well-managed training opportunities to improve their practice. The school is a respectful and tolerant community, in which students feel safe and behave well. They are keen to do well and they attend regularly.”
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