Science Technician

28 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday)

Term Time Only + 5 days

Outwood Academy Adwick seeks applications from outstanding applicants with integrity, imagination and energy for this rewarding role.

Outwood Academy Adwick places students at the centre of everything it does, with a focus on creating a culture of success, a positive climate for learning, and increased student attainment, achievement and social and emotional development. We believe that all support staff within our Family of Schools are key posts in terms of securing student success and achievement across a broad range of subjects and experiences. As such we are keen to recruit dedicated and ambitious individuals who will add value to our Academy in both academic terms and through involvement in the fabric of learning and success beyond the classroom.

We are seeking to recruit a Science Technician to cover a maternity to provide technical support to the Science Department. The role of the science technician is to support the teaching and learning in the Science Department on a day to day basis as directed by the Senior Science Technician and Head of Department. This role would involve organising apparatus and resources prior to lessons, including the construction, preparation, checking of any specialist equipment and assisting teaching staff with practical and examination work.

The successful candidate will have Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths and relevant Health and Safety qualifications.  Experience of working directly in a role of this kind previously is not required as training will be provide.. Most important is the ability to be able to work independently and in a team, have initiative, and good organisational skills.

They must be able to work on their own initiative and as part of a team. It is vital they are able to prioritise their workload and ensure that strict deadlines are met whilst working under pressure and maintaining confidentiality at all times.

If you have any questions regarding the post, please email k.field@adwick.outwood.com.

For more information and to apply online, please go to: www.outwood.com > Careers.

Closing date: Midday on 9 December 2022.

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Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.