Science Technician/Teaching Assistant

Woodfield Academy is a popular 5-form entry middle school with pupils aged 9-13 years. We are a happy, vibrant learning community with high ambitions for our learners.

We are looking for a Science Technician to join our Academy. Our new Lead Practitioner of Science has aspirations to increase the educational offer for Science and develop its profile. This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking team, who are dedicated to supporting our pupils in reaching their potential. You will have the opportunity to grow professionally, develop wider professional skills and make a huge contribution to the growing success of our Academy. Candidates of all levels of experience are encouraged to apply.

The right candidate will:

• Be a creative, self-motivated and highly organised individual.
• Be a hard-working and enthusiastic person who has either already worked with children in a school class based environment or has experience of working in a Science laboratory.
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills, be flexible and have a calm approach when engaging with others and tasks.
• Be an efficient administrator who enjoys working as part of a team, being flexible and willing to undertake whatever tasks are asked of them.
• Be capable or working both independently and as part of a team and able to manage a busy workload with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

You will have:

• NVQ 2 or equivalent qualification or experience in relevant discipline
• Good numeracy/literacy skills
• Knowledge of relevant Health & Safety issues, particularly COSHH
• Ability to relate well to children and adults

In return, we can offer:

• A motivated, hard-working and supportive team of professionals to learn alongside and from
• Friendly pupils with a passion for learning
• A strong commitment to your ongoing professional development
• A staff healthcare package

NOTES:

Only applications submitted on the school’s application form will be considered. CVs and open references are not acceptable. The successful candidate must meet the person specification in full in order to be offered the post. Woodfield Academy is an equal opportunities employer.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and criminal background check via the disclosure procedures. Woodfield Academy is committed to the protection, safety and welfare of its pupils and staff and we aim for the highest standards in safeguarding procedures. We expect all staff and volunteers to share and promote this commitment.

For further details of the post, to request an application pack, or to arrange an informal discussion with the Headteacher, please contact Mrs S Little, PA to the Headteacher via email on recruitment@woodfield.worcs.sch.uk. 

Closing Date: Wednesday 5th October

Interviews: Wednesday 12th October