Technical and Curriculum Science Assistant (Science Technician)
Ashington Academy
Ashington
- Expired
- Salary:
- Point 18 – 21 (£18,870 - £20,541) actual earnings (£15,794 - £17,192)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 30 August 2018
Job overview
The North East Learning Trust are seeking to appoint a Technical and Curriculum Science Assistant at Ashington Academy.
We are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced member of staff to advise and support Science staff in all aspects of their work, for example, supporting students in class, preparation of teaching and practical materials and displays, updating records, including production of reports and analysing information.
You will:
• Have proven experience in a laboratory or school prep room
• Competent to trial, prepare and set up practicals in all 3 Science disciplines for lessons
• Have highly developed communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Have energy, enthusiasm and initiative.
We can offer:
• A vibrant learning community with highly motivated children
• A positive and caring ethos
• An excellent working environment
• A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued
• A supportive and effective governing body
• Opportunities for continuing professional development.
All visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office, to arrange an appointment on 01670 822625. This post is subject to a full-enhanced DBS disclosure.
Closing date: Friday 31 August
Short-listing: 3 September 2018
Interviews: w/c 10 September 2018
For further information, please download an application pack from the Trust website: www.nelt.co.uk or www.bedlingtonacademy.co.uk or Jade Hutton, Support Services Manager on 01670 822625 . This should be returned to jade.hutton@bedlingtonacademy.co.uk or to Jade Hutton, Bedlington Academy, Palace Road, Bedlington, NE22 7DS.
The North East Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure.
The North East Learning Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce and we positively welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
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About Ashington Academy
There has never been a more exciting time to join Ashington Academy. Recently rated ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted in March 2022, our school has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, and we are extremely proud to be recognised to be providing a high quality education to the children of this south Northumberland community.
We are now taking the next steps in our ambitious journey, continuing to ensure that all students are able to thrive academically, socially and in their wider personal development.
We have highly committed staff and a strong and enthusiastic governing body. Parents are very supportive of the school. We have a thriving programme of extra-curricular activities and adult education. Many of our students are qualified sports leaders through the Junior, Community and Higher Sports Leadership Awards. We regularly have charity fundraising events and have a lot of fun in the process of raising thousands of pounds for deserving causes.
About the North East Learning Trust (NELT)
In 2017 we were sponsored by the North East Learning Trust, a successful, multi-academy education trust. The trust is made up of seven secondary schools (including four sixth forms), four primary schools, a teacher training provider, North East SCITT, a national Research School and a National Teaching School Hub.
Visit the website here to find out more.
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