Science Technician

Are you a happy, positive person who would love to work with a like-minded team?

Are you hard working?

The Role

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Science Technician to provide technical support to teachers in our well-equipped Science Department.

As a key factor in the success of our Science department, you will help to ensure the smooth running of the department by:

• Setting up classroom equipment and materials.
• Ensuring maintenance and care of stock and equipment.
• General administration with the technician’s role.
• Be a named First Aider and help to ensure that all members of the science department follow Health and safety procedures.
• Supporting the overall work of the science department.
• Carrying out administrative tasks to support teachers.

We are looking for:

We are seeking to appoint a committed team player who is highly motivated and has effective practical, administrative, organisational and communication skills, along with a sense of humour. The role will suit someone who is able to multi-task, has the willingness to learn and develop and is flexible and adaptable in their approach.

Relevant experience of working as a Science Technician or in a science laboratory or similar setting would be desirable but full training will be provided.

If you are a team player with a flexible approach and a positive, can-do attitude, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Why work for us?

Working at The Burgate School and Sixth Form is stimulating, challenging and fun. Life here is always varied, never dull and infinitely interesting because of our enthusiastic students, who really enjoy being at school.

With our term time contracts, we offer an excellent work life balance, a commitment to training and development and a friendly and supportive working environment. To find out more about us, visit our website https://www.theburgate.com/ to get a flavour of our school.

You will also benefit from: 

• A supportive school community with friendly colleagues.
• A commitment to professional development to support your individual career.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Free onsite parking.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• A school with fantastic grounds on the edge of the New Forest.

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to the successful candidate. We believe our school is an exceptional place to work, where students and staff share collective values in a happy and successful environment. Every member of our staff team matters, and creativity and innovation are embraced and developed. Our students are a pleasure to work with and we encourage you to come and see this for yourself.

You are advised to submit your applications as soon as possible as, on occasion, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date, if we have received sufficient applications that meet the criteria, or a suitable candidate is found. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

Safeguarding Statement

The Burgate School & Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Any offer of a post will be conditional subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check as well as other relevant pre-employment checks including the receipt of satisfactory references and medical clearance. As this is a post in regulated activity, the DBS check will include a children's barred list check. It is an offence to seek employment in regulated activity if you are on a barred list. All positions within The Burgate School and Sixth Form are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Equal Opportunities

The Burgate School and Sixth Form is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.