Application Deadline: 21 April 2025
Department: Cadbury STEM - Science
Location: Cadbury College
Compensation: £27,164 - £31,492 / year
Description
We are pleased to announce that we are seeking a Senior Science Technician to join our department. This is a term time only position on a permanent, full-time basis. Our Science department offers A Level courses in all disciplines, BTEC Level 3, GCSE Combined courses, and T Levels. This position is based at Cadbury College, with occasional travel between campuses as needed. If you're passionate about science education and ready to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
1. Preparing and maintaining equipment and materials for practical science lessons, ensuring that experiments run smoothly and safely.
2. Overseeing and supporting other science technicians, monitoring the quality of their work, and assisting with task allocation.
3. Providing expert technical guidance to teachers, helping to prepare solutions, cultures, and models needed for examinations.
4. Focusing on health and safety, including handling chemicals in accordance with COSHH regulations and following CLEAPSS guidelines.
5. Managing stock levels and ensuring that lab equipment is well-maintained.
6. Supporting science-related events such as open days and demonstrations.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
The ideal candidate should possess an A Level, HNC, or an equivalent qualification in science, along with relevant experience. Experience of working in a school/college/HE lab environment is desirable but not essential. Strong communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The candidate must be capable of maintaining and repairing equipment to ensure it remains in good working order. A solid understanding of health and safety regulations, including COSHH and CLEAPSS guidelines, is important. Additionally, a willingness to undertake first aid training, if not already qualified, is required.
Benefits
* Very competitive salaries that have seen sector leading pay awards.
* Excellent annual leave entitlements for all (between 35 and 50 annual leave days, as well as 8 bank holiday days, and additional time off over the Christmas period).
* Dedication to career development and progression through dedicated development days, talent schemes and much more.
* Recognition for great work through awards, events and celebration days.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Access to onsite facilities with discounted rates on services including Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks.
* Use of the College gym facilities as well as discounts at local gyms.
* Generous pension schemes (23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles, 21.5% employer contribution for non-teaching roles).
* Access to a huge range of high street discounts.
* Free will writing.
* Travel discounts including local bus, tram, train, as well as cross country coach and trains.
* Free flu vaccine.
* Free confidential counselling service and wellness platforms.
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