Science Technician

Science Technician

(with the possibility of a Senior Science Technician Role)

Based at The Forest Academy, IG6 3TN

36 hours per week - Term-time Only

LBR Scale 4: £21,922.77 - £23,021.09 (pro-rated) per annum dependent on experience

(£25,629 - £26,913 FTE)

Benefits Include:

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Private Healthcare

Required - ASAP

Beacon Academy Trust are seeking to appoint a dynamic and well organised individual to work within a team of science technical staff. The role will include providing technical support within our Science department.

The Forest Academy is on an exciting journey, and we are looking for an individual who is committed to making a difference to the lives of our students. We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and inspirational individual who is ambitious and has a real passion for Science.

The role would be suitable for a recent graduate in a scientific discipline, providing an excellent opportunity to develop key skills and knowledge, such as an understanding of Health and Safety in a school laboratory setting. Individuals interested in a career in teaching may also find that working as a science technician affords a great chance to use your scientific knowledge whilst also allowing you to gain school-based experience. We would also welcome applications from individuals with the potential to be appointed as a Senior Science Technician, acting as a leader within the Science team to ensure that our students are inspired and excited by Science. If you would be interested in being appointed to the Senior Science Technician role, please state this in the application form.

We are looking for a reflective individual who enjoys learning and gaining new skills. We will be committed to supporting your professional development and know that you would enjoy being a key part of our team.

Students enjoy studying Science at The Forest Academy. We currently deliver Applied Science and A Level Biology courses within the Sixth Form at The Forest Academy, and as we look to expand this offer in the future, would relish the opportunity to appoint someone who can directly influence our curriculum by exploring how new and exciting practicals can be used to underpin and demonstrate key scientific ideas. We have recently renovated three of our Science labs, and we are always looking for ways to enhance the experience that our students receive within their Science lessons. This role is crucial for our students, and will be pivotal in helping them to have high aspirations and to achieve at the highest level.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment.

Enhanced DBS (with list checks) is required for this post.

The below documents must be read prior to applying for this role and will be factored into interviews:

Keeping Children Safe in Education

BMAT - Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy

Further information and an application form can be found at https://nelta.co.uk/vacancies/

Please forward your electronic applications to recruitment@beaconacademytrust.co.uk

We are pleased to announce that Beacon Multi Academy Trust will be working alongside Benenden Healthcare in offering a Healthcare Plan to its employees. There is no obligation to opt in to the healthcare plan, it is just part of our ongoing priority to support staff wellbeing across the Trust.

Please note we reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers, therefore we would urge candidates to submit an application as soon as possible.