Location: Derby Moor Spencer Academy, Moorway Lane, Littleover, Derby, DE23 2FS, UK
Salary: NJC3 - NJC7 (£20,630 - £21,966 actual salary, per annum)
Education Phase: Secondary
Working Pattern: Full-Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Application Deadline: Friday, 21st March 2025
About Us
Derby Moor is a vibrant and exciting place to work and to learn as both a student and a member of staff. Our school motto of ‘Together We Succeed’ captures our approach to life and learning at the academy and also reflects the diversity and aspiration of our school community. Our motto is underpinned by our four core values:
Achievement – We believe that everyone can achieve, regardless of background or personal circumstance.
Aspiration – We believe our students and staff can be the best in their chosen field. Our renowned employability curriculum gives our students the knowledge, skills-base and experiences they need to aim for greatness and to aspire to be the best they can be. For staff, our bespoke cpd offer ensures they have developmental opportunities and are supported to become expert practitioners.
High Expectations – We believe high expectations are the foundations of success and expect the highest standards from our community. This is in terms of their conduct, communication and commitment to their own development. We are preparing students for life and the world of work, as such, we will not settle for anything less than excellence.
Community – We believe that the community at Derby Moor is unique and is key in preparing our young people for life in modern Britain. Our community is diverse and we all embrace the rich variety of faiths, cultures and backgrounds that exist here, working together to ensure everyone feels valued, safe and fulfilled.
We Are Seeking To Appoint An Individual Who
* Has a minimum of A-level Science or equivalent qualifications.
* Has the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
* Has good organisational and planning skills including prioritising tasks.
* Is able to work as part of a team and be flexible to the needs and priorities of the school.
* Is proficient with IT.
* Will be part of the cover / buddy rota for First Aid provision (training will be provided) in the absence of the Primary First Aider.
In return, as part of the Spencer Academies Trust, we can offer you:
* A GOOD school (OFSTED 2012, 2017, 2022)
* A friendly, supportive and professional team of staff
* A commitment to provide Continuing Professional Development
* An excellent support programme for new staff
Job Description
Science Technician; NJC3 - NJC7 (£20,630 - £21,966 actual salary, per annum), 37 hours per week, Term Time only, To start as soon as possible
Benefits
Generous Local Government Pension Scheme, Employee Assist Programme (Health Assured) and BHN Extras (Discount and Salary Sacrifice Schemes). Recognition of local government and academy continuous of service.
Applicants would be expected to share the Trust’s high aspirations and expectations for pupils and staff.
If you would like to discuss the role, or have any queries, please contact the HR team on 01332 772706 or email hr@derbymoorspencer.org.uk
The Spencer Academies Trust Safer recruitment policy requires applications for this post must be submitted through our recruitment portal. CVs cannot be accepted. We are also required to request references prior to interview.
Closing date for applications 9.00am on Friday 21st March 2025
Interviews will take place on TBC
Early application is strongly encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview ahead of the stated closing date.
How To Apply
Applications are submitted through our Every Candidate Portal. If you are a new user to our portal, you can click on ‘Register’ to complete your candidate profile. If you already have a candidate profile with us, click on ‘Sign In’. Both of these routes allow you to feed your candidate information into any of our vacancies and view the status of your application.
Spencer Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our children and young people. Therefore, we expect everyone to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records with Barred List Check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and the completion of Level 2 Safeguarding training. It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children (where the role involves this type of regulated activity).
The Trust and its member academies are committed to promoting equality and diversity in both employment and education provision. We aim to ensure that students, parents, governors, employees, contractors, partners, clients and other stakeholders within the Trust community are treated fairly, and with dignity and respect regardless of Protected Characteristics.
Spencer Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Committed Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr