Science Technician
Christ the King College
Isle of Wight
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Scale 3, point 14 - 17
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- as soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 3 September 2017
Job overview
37 hours per week, normal working hours 8.30am to 4.30pm, term time plus 5 Development Days
Christ the King College is a successful and oversubscribed Christian 11-18 secondary school on the Isle of Wight with an excellent track record in achieving high outcomes for its students.
Our journey begun in September 2008 by the amalgamation of the previous Archbishop King Roman Catholic Middle School and Trinity Church of England Middle School. Our student population has grown year on year and we are now reaching the final stage of our journey with a total student cohort of about 1700 student, 350 of which in our Sixth Form. This is an exciting time to join us as we are in the process of receiving a complete new building, with the first phase being handed over in October 2017 and completion planned for April 2019.
We would like to appoint a suitably skilled, experienced and enthusiastic colleague to join us, who is able to make an outstanding contribution to the continuing development of our College. Science is a very popular subject across all Key Stages. Suitable candidates are expected to be able to provide technician support/assistance at all age ranges and across all of the Science disciplines. Experience of working in a school/public service environment or in a science laboratory would be an advantage.
Our ideal candidates will:
- be well qualified
- be passionate about education and a committed team player
- be able to motivate and inspire students
- have the desire to continuously develop
- be committed to our Christian ethos and values and our high expectations
In return we offer the opportunity to join a school who:
- is one of the most successful secondary schools on the Isle of Wight
- is the only mainstream school on the island to be continuously oversubscribed
- has an excellent track record of students attaining high achievements
- has a successful and thriving sixth form
- has a well-deserved reputation for academic excellence and outstanding pastoral care
- nurtures a culture amongst students to perform to the highest of expectations
- is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty with idyllic countryside, breathtaking coastal scenery, an abundance of outdoor activities to enjoy and a peaceful island atmosphere
Our students are very talented and standards of performance and expectations are very high. We have an outstanding vision for our young people. Can you help us turn this vision into reality?
The College 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 and the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
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About Christ the King College
Located just off the South Coast of England the Isle of Wight is one the UK's most popular destinations. Steeped in History and Culture the Island is home to approximately 140,000 people and has something for everyone. From superb summer music festivals with world class line-ups to sailing and outdoor sports, as well as some truly stunning beaches and countryside, the Island has it all to offer to individuals and families of any age or interest.
The Isle of Wight also has some of the most competitively priced property in the South of England, for both purchasing and renting. Southampton and Portsmouth are only a short ferry crossing away and London is approximately 2 hours away by train and ferry.
Christ the King College is the first and only joined 11-18 Church of England and Catholic Secondary College on the Isle of Wight. It has been formed in 2008 by the amalgamation of two highly popular and successful schools and offers a Christian based education for its students. The College draws its students from across the Island and provides a unique opportunity to give children continuity in Christian education.
It is our firm belief that the best education combines high standards of academic achievement with strong moral and spiritual guidance. Education should provide opportunities for every individual child to succeed in a variety of ways, preparing young people for a future in which they can thrive in their chosen career paths in addition to becoming responsible, caring citizens. Furthermore, learning should be fun, students should feel happy and safe and every individual should experience success.
We work hard at Christ the King College to achieve this for our students. Christ the King College is proud of its ethos, its all-round high standards and its strong emphasis on personal development. We offer families the opportunity of exceptional education in a strong, Christian context. We believe children deserve the best education possible and values that prepare them for the future. We are committed to providing both.
Christ the King College is a Christian 11-18 secondary school with a cohort of about 1200 students, about 200 of which in the Sixth Form. The College has a track record in achieving high outcomes for its students. Indeed, we believe that Christ the King College is a very special place to be. We are proud of our wonderful students, the dedicated staff and the supportive governors and parents. We have an outstanding vision for our young people.
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