Science Technician
Studio West - Newcastle
Newcastle upon Tyne
- £20,860 - £21,569 per year
- New
- Salary:
- £20,860 to £21,569 (Grade N4)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 4 October 2024
Job overview
Studio West is an exciting studio school which opened in September 2014. As part of Northern Leaders Trust, Studio West caters for around 550 students aged between 11 and 19, with student numbers increasing year on year. We are expected to reach 650 at full capacity. Rated “Good” by Ofsted, Studio West offers students an innovative and bespoke curriculum with an emphasis on employability and life skills. We have close working relationships with our business partners, and our mission is to make sure that every student who leaves Studio West does so with a university place, an apprenticeship or employment.
We are seeking a Technician to work predominantly in our Science department, supporting the team in the setting up and dismantling of equipment and practical lessons, ordering stocks and supplies and maintaining our databases.
This is an ideal opportunity either for candidates with previous experience working as a laboratory technician either in a school or other setting or those with related qualifications who are able to offer evidence of ability to undertake duties as outlined within the job description. Knowledge of health and safety legislation, including COSHH and regulations in relation to the safe handling and storage of chemicals and usage of hazardous equipment, is essential, although formal qualifications in this area are not necessary. There will be training available.
In this role, you will work 37 hours per week, term time, plus 5 additional days.
If you have the skills, experience and commitment to succeed in this role, we want to hear from you. In return, we offer fantastic developmental possibilities due to working as part of Northern Leaders Trust, and our forward-thinking management and staff working together to offer the best available chances for our students.
We also offer:
- Salary sacrifice schemes, such as car and cycle-to-work schemes
- Access to free gym facilities at our Kenton School site
- The opportunity to work in a fantastically resourced school with easy commuting access to both the A1 and A19 and free on-site parking in a supportive team committed to the development of all our staff
- Free on-site parking
- Access to a range of health and wellbeing initiatives
To apply, please visit: https://northernleaderstrust.org/vacancies/
We reserve the right to close this advert early. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Northern Leaders Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in all its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are fully committed to ensuring that consistent effective safeguarding procedures are in place to support families, children and staff at school.
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About Studio West - Newcastle
- Studio West - Newcastle
- West Denton Way, Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Tyne and Wear
- NE5 2SZ
- United Kingdom
Studio West - A small school making a big difference
Studio West is an exciting studio school, which opened in September 2014. As part of Kenton School’s Academy Trust, Studio West cater for around 400 students aged between 11 and 19 with student numbers increasing year on year. We are expected to reach 650 at full capacity.
Rated “Good” by Ofsted, Studio West offers a vibrant learning experience combining GCSEs, A Levels and occupational qualifications. We believe in inspiring our students to be 'the best they can be' so that they reach their potential academically and also develop the social skills and personal qualities, which are so vital for their future life and career.
All students benefit from an innovative and bespoke curriculum with substantial emphasis on developing key employability and life skills that will see them through to HE, FE and employment. Much of our curriculum is delivered through Project Based Learning where ‘learning connects’ in a very real sense. We have close working relationships with our business partners and our mission is to make sure that every student who leaves Studio West, does so with a university place, an apprenticeship or employment.
A unique aspect of Studio Schools is the national CREATE skills framework developed by the Studio Schools Trust. This framework has been designed to give young people the key skills to flourish in life and in the world of work. As students progress through the three levels of the CREATE framework, they are regularly assessed by Personal and Learning Coaches to ensure they are on track and making progress. There are three levels in the CREATE framework, as students progress from apprentice, to expert, to coach.
We believe immersing students in real-life, hands-on projects, is an extremely efficient and engaging way of learning ensuring students not only pick up core skills, such as Maths, English and Science, but also learn and practice the softer, but equally important, skills employers are looking for – such as independent thought, responsibility, team work and communication skills. By working in this way and collaborating with real companies, we have created an environment which nurtures well-rounded, mature and confident individuals, who leave us fully ready for the workplace.
Studio West offers a dynamic approach to learning, preparing young people with the skills, knowledge and experience they need to succeed in life. Education is taken out of the classroom, with students learning in the real world through working in teams on projects designed to reflect real-life situations. Through weekly work placements, they develop the employability skills needed to succeed in life and work.
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