We are seeking to appoint a Science Technician in Chemistry to join our successful and friendly team of technicians to cover a period of maternity leave. The Science Department is split by subject: Chemistry, Physics, and Biology, each with its own Head of Department and teaching staff. A team of technicians supports the teaching staff, providing technical support to each of the Departments, as well as assisting each other across the whole science faculty.
This role will provide support primarily to the Chemistry department, but there may be the requirement to cover in Biology or Physics as part of the wider team of technicians. The Science Technician in Chemistry takes instruction from the Senior Technician in the Chemistry department for all day-to-day matters and reports to the Team Leader Technician. The successful candidate will assist with the preparation of all materials used for teaching as well as the day-to-day running of the Chemistry Prep room. This includes the preparation of practicals, undertaking risk assessments, and addressing associated Health and Safety issues throughout the department.
Salary: Dependent on experience plus generous benefits and pension contributions.
This is a part-time position to cover a period of maternity leave. The hours are 25 per week from 9.30 am - 2.30 pm, term time only for 35 weeks a year, which allows for preparation time at the start of each academic year.
The closing date for this role is 9 am on Monday, 27th January 2025. The school reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time; therefore, early applications are welcomed.
Kingston Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
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