Science Technician
Drapers’ Academy
Havering
- Expired
- Salary:
- £19,701 - £19,896
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
Job overview
36 hours per week • Term time + 3 weeks (41 weeks including Inset Days)
We are seeking a Science Technician to join our Science Faculty.
Duties will include the preparation of apparatus, materials and solutions and setting up equipment and apparatus for use in practical classes. You will also be expected to carry out demonstrations and support the teaching staff. You will be managed by a senior science technician.
To be successful, you will be an experienced technician with previous experience of working in a lab. You will be technically knowledgeable, well organised with excellent administration, and communication skills. You should also be familiar with Health & Safety and COSHH regulations and have a flexible approach to work.
Drapers’ Academy is a vibrant place to work and we are an ambitious school with high expectations of our staff and pupils. If you have the drive, enthusiasm and determination to ensure our pupils are successful and alongside this can inspire others to do the same, then our Science Faculty is right for you.
Drapers’ Academy has much to offer:
- A clear vision for our school to deliver high standards of education for its community
- State of the art campus surrounded by acres of countryside
- An environment that promotes innovation
- Committed and supportive Senior Leadership Team
- Our own 6th Form dedicated to A Level teaching
- An employer who invests in the development of their staff with a commitment to your ongoing professional development
- Close proximity to the M25 (Junction 28, Brentwood) and the A12 for ease of access from London, Kent, Essex or Hertfordshire and ample secure on-site parking
- Short bus journey from Harold Wood (Cross Rail) train station
- Committed sponsors – The Drapers Company and Queen Mary University of London
Further information regarding our school can be found at: www.drapersacademy.com
If you would like more information about the role, please contact Sue Lucey, Principal’s PA: slucey@drapersacademy.com
Closing date: Sunday 7th April 2019.
References will be requested as part of the short-listing process.
Drapers’ Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory employment references.
Attached documents
About Drapers’ Academy
Principal: Gillian Dineen
Drapers’ Academy is a co-educational secondary school with sixth form, located in Romford, Essex, for students aged 11-19. Drapers’ Academy has a house system, which is an integral part of school life. Pupils and staff are assigned to a house when they join the academy, with younger siblings assigned to the same house as their brother or sister.
The school converted to academy status in September 2010 and specialises in maths and science.
Values and vision
Drapers’ Academy aims to deliver a personalised approach to learning, in order to promote enjoyment among pupils. The school encourages an ethos of personal responsibility and self-discipline. Teachers expect excellent behaviour, high levels of attendance and punctuality, and a natural and positive respect for others.
Drapers’ Academy intends to be recognised as a centre of excellence where learning is fun and high standards are achieved.
Ofsted report
“The governors are well on the way to fulfilling their vision of creating an academy which makes a significant difference to the community it serves and to the opportunities for its students. The academy’s improvement is due to outstanding leadership and management. The Principal and senior team have developed highly effective methods for monitoring and raising the quality of teaching. Middle leaders have played an increasingly effective role in raising standards in most subjects … Students are taught well. Teachers are skilful in getting them to take part and contribute in lessons, which helps to develop their confidence.”
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