Science Technician

At Magna Academy we have a team of dedicated people who are all working together to achieve our mission of preparing our students for success. Our Academy is a vibrant and exciting place to work and was graded as outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in December 2018. We are proud that our outcomes and progress are strong across the Academy. 

The successful candidate:

We are looking to recruit an exceptional candidate to the role of Science Technician to join our Science Department at Magna Academy. The successful candidate will support our Science department by providing operational and logistical support. You will have a positive ‘can-do’ attitude, along with a good understanding of the Science GCSE and A Level specifications that our students are studying.

What we offer:

●      Bespoke support and line management from an excellent Head of Department

●      Professional progression opportunities

●      Great students who conduct themselves impeccably

●      Strong systems and structures meaning students feel safe and secure

●      Measures to reduce staff workload such as centralised detentions and a sensible feedback policy focused on whole class feedback – we do not have onerous/impossible marking policies

●      A centralised homework system at KS3

●      No formal graded lesson observations – just ongoing ‘no-stakes’ feedback, helping you to continuously develop – we believe that trusting our staff with autonomy helps to develop a strong ‘develop and excel’ culture

●      Collaborative planning with centralised, shared units of work and resources

●      CPD starts as soon as you are appointed and is ongoing

●      State of the art facilities and a very pleasant location in beautiful Dorset

 Next steps:

Magna Academy Poole offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, talented individual looking to develop their career. We would be delighted to show you around our Academy in order to fully appreciate our excellent learning environment.

This role is Term time only plus INSET days.

Hours for this role are : 37 hrs per week 08.00-16:00 Monday – Thursday, 08.00 – 15.30 Friday

 How to Apply:

 Please click on the “fast apply” button to submit an on-line application.

 Closing date for applications: 09:00 06/02/2023

 Interviews: from 07/02/2023

Learn more about Magna Academy at: www.magna-aspirations.org

About Aspirations:

Across our 16 Academies, Aspirations educate more than 9,000 pupils across the ages from 2 to 19 years, covering an area from West London to the Southwest of England. Operating since 2011, we have a consistent track record of improvement and success and offer excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities. We are determined that children receive an excellent education that prepares them for success in adult-life and are looking for people to join us who share our ideals.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities and guarantee an interview for those with a declared disability should they meet the minimum criteria for the job. The Equality Act 2010 defines disability as “any physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term effect on his or her ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities”

Magna Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check before taking up the post.