Science Technician

Science Technician-  Laisterdyke Leadership Academy, Bradford

Required asapPermanent / Term Time + 2 weeks / 37 hours p.w.

S4/5 Scale 18 – 25, £18,870 - £23,111 FTE

Laisterdyke Leadership Academy, Bradford is a new 11-18 Academy which opened in April 2016. It is part of a successful family of schools, run by the Star Academies.    
Our mission is to create an outstanding organisation that inspires learners with excellence in academic achievement, personal development and community service. 

We are looking to appoint a Science Technician at this formative and exciting time in the school’s life. 

You will:

• Have 5 A*-C GCSE including English and Maths
• Prepare and remove materials and equipment used in lessons, in line with departmental priorities
• Organise prep room and distribution of resources to classrooms and laboratories
• Work alongside the Director of Science, monitor and manage stock within an agreed budget, catalogue resources and undertake audits as required. 
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of chemicals, resources and equipment and to prepare orders for restocking and new equipment
• have the ability to work quickly, efficiently and accurately, especially when under pressure, and be able to meet deadlines
• have a strong commitment to the personal, spiritual, social and health development of young people

You will find a school that:

• is passionate about its mission of ‘promoting a culture of educational excellence within a caring and secure environment’
• has a supportive ethos and concern for the well-being of all members of our learning community
• has high ambitions for all and provides excellent opportunities for professional development
• is well-ordered with high standards of commitment from students, staff and parents.

To arrange an informal and confidential discussion, please contact Sajdah Salani in the first instance. 

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. For an informal and confidential discussion, please contact Sajdah Salani on 01274-401140

CVs will not be accepted for this post. Applications must be made via e-Teach.

Closing date for: Wednesday 28th November 2018

Interviews: TBC

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.

Safeguarding Statement:

Star Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to satisfactory clearances including references, DBS checks, health clearances and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.