Science Technician
The Buckingham School
Buckinghamshire
- £20,258 - £22,766 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- Bucks Pay Range 2: Actual Salary £17,178 - £19,305
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- ASAP
- Apply by:
- 18 April 2023
Job overview
37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, (includes 5 Inset days)
A hugely exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Science Technician to work in a bold and unique school, where excellence is at the heart of what we do.
This is a varied role, which involves providing teaching colleagues with equipment and resources to enable students to undertake practical lessons. You will be required to work in accordance with strict health and safety guidance and procedures ensuring that a healthy, safe and productive learning and teaching environment is maintained. A calm, friendly and helpful manner is essential, as is the ability to adapt and be flexible to the requirements of the Department.
No experience is necessary for this position although the successful candidate will need to have sound organisational skills. Technical or practical experience in an appropriate discipline would be desirable.
In return, we offer:
- Enthusiastic and friendly students
- Dedicated and hardworking teachers and support staff who are passionate about making learning exciting for students
- A supportive leadership team who are committed to moving the school forward
- Excellent professional development
- The opportunity to embark on the schools’ journey to outstanding
To access details relating to this vacancy and to download the required application form, please visit the school website The Buckingham School, or alternatively download the application form below or click the apply button. Please submit completed applications FAO Mr A McGinnes, Headteacher to aallen@buckinghamschool.org. We look forward to hearing from you.
Closing date: 9.00am on Tuesday 18th April 2023.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early for a suitable candidate, therefore if you are interested in this role please submit your application as early as possible.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted for any posts based in the school.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are also committed in promoting community cohesion, healthy school and young enterprise.
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About The Buckingham School
Located in Buckinghamshire, The Buckingham School is a co-educational, non-selective setting with approximately 1,200 students, including a growing Sixth Form.
We are committed to providing the best possible opportunities for every child. We are a caring, supportive and inclusive school, where everyone works together to achieve their very best.
We place great emphasis on developing resilient students, who feel inspired by the school and the opportunities ahead of them.
Headteacher
Mr. Andrew McGinnes
Values and Vision
Learning and progress are vital to our values. We promote a vibrant, exciting learning environment for everyone, encompassing flexible skill development, technological capability, skilful communication, and entrepreneurship, as well as providing breadth of knowledge, creativity, and sporting opportunities, both within and beyond the classroom, for all learners.
Ofsted report
“Sixth-form learners’ achievement has improved because teaching is better in practically all subjects. Learners are very good role models for younger pupils and contribute much to school life. Pastoral care, especially in Year 7 and for those who have special educational needs or disability, is very supportive. Practically all pupils enjoy school and behave well. They all feel safe. The school prepares pupils very well for their future health and safety. Career advice is good. Pupils successfully learn about spiritual, moral, social and cultural issues blended with an understanding of citizenship and British values. In many lessons, pupils work extremely hard and are totally absorbed by high-quality and challenging teaching.”
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