Science Technician

Our school An International Business and Enterprise Academy and IB World School serving a multi-ethnic community. Westminster Academy (WA) is an exciting and diverse comprehensive school with a 6th form in central London that offers an innovative IB curriculum. As a member of the collaborative WA community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside an exceptionally talented group of colleagues who are committed to continued professional growth and improvement of the student experience. We have the ability to be dynamic and lead with autonomy, being a rare standalone academy. The school was mostly recently graded as 'good' in its Nov 2023 Ofsted inspection: 'The school's curriculum is ambitious and matches the aims of what is expected nationally', with an 'outstanding' 6th form provision where the IBDP and IBCP are offered. We are inclusive and welcoming, where students of all faiths, backgrounds and abilities are valued and respected. The role We are looking to appoint a Science Technician. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to join a strong department and be responsible for providing general and practical support in the science laboratories and leading the team. The department Our Science department has transformed student outcomes in recent years and has inspired many young scientists through the relentless energy of staff, its forward-thinking approach to data and the curriculum, and an outstanding extra-curricular provision that takes advantage of our London connections (including Imperial College and the Royal Society of Medicine). If you are an outstanding technician and can offer an absolute focus on raising educational standards, then Westminster Academy would like to hear from you. What we offer:

• CPD (little and often) and a commitment to professional learning.
• Planning days as part of INSET that are dedicated for staff to use for planning purposes.
• Active clubs for staff - Harbour club, staff football and staff events and gym membership.
• Loan for season travel tickets and bicycle scheme.
• Excellent modern building and facilities.
• Standalone academy with autonomy to make strategic decisions.
• End-of-year staff incentives linked to attendance.
• A supportive senior Leadership Team.
How to apply For further details and an application form, please see our website. Please send your completed application form to: hrteam@westminsteracademy.org.uk. We do not accept CVs. Closing date: 6th October 2024. Shortlisting: w/c 7th October 2024. We may interview candidates ahead of the closing date so early application is advised. The Academy reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advertised closing date. The advert may be closed at any time. We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. As such, there may be additional safeguarding requirements and responsibilities depending on the nature of the role advertised and the extent to which the role will involve contact with children. We expect all staff to share our commitment to safeguarding. A professional social media check may take place to reduce risks to reputation, confidentiality breach and data security. The check identifies a candidate's online presence to look for negative behaviours such as bullying, racism, nudity and excessive bad language. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020, as the work brings employees into contact with children who are regarded by the Act as a vulnerable group. Applicants for any role at Westminster Academy must disclose all spent and unspent convictions. Westminster Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are inclusive and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

An International Business and Enterprise Academy and IB World School serving a multi-ethnic community. Westminster Academy (WA) is an exciting and diverse comprehensive school with a 6th form in central London that offers an innovative IB curriculum. As a member of the collaborative WA community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside an exceptionally talented group of colleagues who are committed to continued professional growth and improvement of the student experience. We have the ability to be dynamic and lead with autonomy, being a rare standalone academy. The school was mostly recently graded as 'good' in its Nov 2023 Ofsted inspection: 'The school's curriculum is ambitious and matches the aims of what is expected nationally', with an 'outstanding' 6th form provision where the IBDP and IBCP are offered. We are inclusive and welcoming, where students of all faiths, backgrounds and abilities are valued and respected., Our Science department has transformed student outcomes in recent years and has inspired many young scientists through the relentless energy of staff, its forward-thinking approach to data and the curriculum, and an outstanding extra-curricular provision that takes advantage of our London connections (including Imperial College and the Royal Society of Medicine). If you are an outstanding technician and can offer an absolute focus on raising educational standards, then Westminster Academy would like to hear from you. What we offer:
• CPD (little and often) and a commitment to professional learning.
• Planning days as part of INSET that are dedicated for staff to use for planning purposes.
• Active clubs for staff - Harbour club, staff football and staff events and gym membership.
• Loan for season travel tickets and bicycle scheme.
• Excellent modern building and facilities.
• Standalone academy with autonomy to make strategic decisions.
• End-of-year staff incentives linked to attendance.
• A supportive senior Leadership Team.