Science Technician

Science Technician 2 x posts

Start date:                 February 2023

Salary Scale:              Grade 2  £20,812- £22,777 all year round

Reports to:                Head of Academy and Head of Science

Closing Date:            9am Wednesday 8th of February 2023

Are you an enthusiastic and resourceful Science Technician looking for a new challenge? Do you have the practical kills and personality required to motivate and energise Science pupils and staff? Are you passionate about the Science Curriculum and helping pupils to achieve their full potential?

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, highly organised and experienced Science technician to join our friendly and supportive Science Department. The successful candidate will be capable of inspiring pupils through their passion for Science, to drive the practical teaching and learning and demonstrate a strong desire to make a difference to pupil achievement. Due to Washwood Heath Academy being an All through Academy, there is potential to support practical curriculum in Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 and work with colleagues in the Primary phase to develop a better understanding of how pupils develop Science practical skills in Key Stages 1 and 2.

Washwood Heath Academy is a relatively new All Through Academy (Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form) in the East of Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established Science team and contribute to a Faculty that seeks to provide a first class education for all of its learners.  In order for all pupils to achieve academic excellence, we deliver a knowledge-rich curriculum where Science teachers and technicians are the experts and their role is to convey their knowledge and expertise to pupils. We believe that all pupils are entitled to learn about ‘The best, which has been thought and said’ (Matthew Arnold).

Our school is in a central location, with wonderful and enthusiastic pupils, amazing staff who always go the extra mile for their classes. Our friendly, family feel is part of the reason that parents choose Washwood Heath Academy for their children and a significant number of staff are long term employees. We are part of the Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust which is a family of local schools located within 15 minutes of one another: 4 Primary schools, 2 Secondary schools and 1 All-through school. This will give you the opportunity to grow and develop professionally with a fantastic Academy Trust that is very supportive and collaborative with a strong sense of community.

We can offer you:

·        A welcoming and positive school with children who are respectful and willing to learn.

·        A school that is fully dedicated to developing every child to reach their potential, irrespective of their ability.

·        A supportive and forward thinking Leadership team, consisting of ‘Leaders that know their school very well’ Ofsted 2020.

·        A supportive and forward thinking Core Team of Directors and Trustees.

·        A dynamic, dedicated and hard-working team of teachers and support staff who want the best for children.

·        Confident, friendly and aspirational children who are willing to learn.

·        A commitment to your continued professional development and wellbeing.

·        To be a part of the Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust that provides a full suite of benefits and rewards to support wellbeing including 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, access to wellbeing advice, cycle to work scheme, contribution to glasses for DSE users.

·        Onsite parking.

·        A wonderful opportunity to make your own mark!

This post is suitable for any Scientist holding a minimum of a UK Level 3 Science Qualification (or equivalent) who is looking for a new challenge. 

Informal conversations are warmly welcomed. Please contact Mr Osman Akhtar, Head of Science Faculty, at oakthar@washwood.academy

Please apply online at: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/139888/EDV-2023-WHA-92210

Closing date for applications: 9am Wednesday 8th of February 2023

 N.B. CVs will not be accepted                     

We value our people and are dedicated to making sure that everybody feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work. We have an outstanding opportunity to work at Washwood Heath Academy as a Science Technician.

We promise to treat all candidates fairly, consistently and with respect throughout the application, assessment and selection process.

We are also “happy to talk flexible working” subject to the operational requirements of the role.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the [DBS filtering guide](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-filtering-guidance).

Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.