Science Technician
Fairfield High School for Girls
Tameside
- Expired
- Salary:
- Salary: NJC Point 7 pro-rata – Actual Salary: £21,883
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 28 March 2025
Job overview
Required as soon as possible
Science Technician
(Permanent - 37 hours per week, term-time)
Salary: NJC Point 7 pro-rata – Actual Salary: £21,883
We are looking to recruit a motivated and multi-skilled Science Technician to join our Science Faculty. You will be working under the direction of the Faculty Leader for Science to assist with the organisation and preparation of lessons, working closely with staff and pupils. Other duties include basic housekeeping, stock control and maintenance of equipment. The role is varied and demanding with no two days the same. A Science background, or experience in a similar role within a school environment would be desirable however full training will be provided.
If you are an effective team player with a positive and proactive approach to work then we would like to hear from you. A willingness to be flexible in your approach will be essential. Acting in a professional manner and paying attention to detail and having the ability to carry out all duties in line with school expectations and health and safety guidelines are all qualities which are essential.
Now part of the Stamford Park Trust, Fairfield is a very popular, high-achieving and oversubscribed 11-16 girls’ Academy with approx. 1000 pupils on roll and we have a reputation for outstanding pupil outcomes, teaching and learning. This is achieved through a supportive programme of personal development, high expectations of pupil behaviour, academic rigour and a strongly inclusive ethos.
We are excited to be able to offer this position to join a welcoming team, in a positive work environment, where you can make a valued contribution to our continuous development. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with practitioners who are committed to professional development and have the highest expectations of and aspirations for the pupils they serve. We have high expectations of ourselves and each other, but we are always ready to support one another, too.
Details and an application form can be obtained from our website at: www.fairfieldhighschool.co.uk
CLOSING DATE: 9.00am on Friday 28th March 2025
INTERVIEWS: w/c Monday 31st March 2025
Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as the school reserves the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate during the application process.
Fairfield is an equal opportunities employer, who is committed to safeguarding and protecting the wellbeing of children and expects our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Attached documents
About Fairfield High School for Girls
- Fairfield High School for Girls
- Fairfield Avenue, Droylsden, Manchester
- Lancashire
- M43 6AB
- United Kingdom
Fairfield High School for Girls is a non-selective, non-denominational, 11-16 academy for girls, situated in Droylsden in Manchester. The school, which converted to an academy in 2011, has 981 girls on its roll.
Fairfield High School is one of the oldest all-girls schools in the country; it was founded in 1796, when Sister Mary Tyrrell opened a small girls' boarding school. In September 2004, as part of the Specialist Schools Programme, the secondary school became a Science College.
Headteacher
Miss Fee Lealman
Values and vision
Fairfield High School for Girls aims to create successful learners who make outstanding progress, achieve excellent academic results and enjoy learning for the rest of their lives. It wants to develop confident individuals who are valued and value others for who they are, and young women who are able to live safe, healthy, successful and fulfilling lives. Teachers strive to create responsible citizens who make a positive difference to communities and are ready to meet the challenges of lifelong learning and the world of work.
The school’s ambition is to move beyond outstanding. Its core values are Focus, Aspiration, Independence, Respect, Fairness, Inspiration, Empowerment, Learning and Determination (FAIRFIELD).
Ofsted report
“All groups of students make outstanding progress because of outstanding teaching. All students have high regard for their teachers; they enjoy lessons and follow carefully the very helpful advice and guidance given by their teachers. Senior leaders and the governing body rigorously pursue excellence. Staff and students are fully aware of their vision and are fully committed to making it a reality.”
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