Science Technician

37 hours per week + 5 additional days, Term Time only

Part of the Outwood Family since 2018, Outwood Academy Freeston is a welcoming and supportive academy with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a School Science Technician to join our team. As a Science Technician you will provide practical and technical support to teachers delivering the Science curriculum, preparing and maintaining resources to enable safe and engaging practical activities to be undertaken by staff and students. 

You will provide advice and guidance ensuring that COSHH regulations are adhered to at all times. This role will give you practical experience working with both students and teachers in a committed and friendly department. 

The role will require you to order and maintain a stock inventory, clean and remove science apparatus at the end of lessons. 

We are seeking to appoint an individual who:

• Has a minimum of A-Level Science or equivalent qualifications 
• Level 2 qualification in English and Maths or equivalent
• COSHH/CLEAPSS and other relevant Health and Safety qualification
• Has the ability to communicate effectively 
• Good organisational 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 

The Academy benefits from being part of the Outwood Family of Schools and you will be joining a highly innovative, inspirational and successful organisation. The Trust guarantees every member of staff CPD and development opportunities and various routes for career progression.

Our teams are the beating heart of our organisation. Not only do you get a competitive salary but also access to our reward and recognition centre, Outwood Plus.

Developed in conjunction with our colleagues, Outwood Plus is packed full of discounts, designed to save you money on everyday purchases, and has a range of resources dedicated to improving the physical, mental and financial well-being for everyone in the family.

No matter what role you play in improving the lives of our students, you get full access to this from day one of your employment. 

• Great discounts and cashback from hundreds of retailers.
• Excellent pension scheme to secure your future retirement.
• 24/7 GP access to get you the help & support you need faster.
• Practical and emotional support for personal, legal and financial issues.
• Paid leave for those important moments in life that really matter.
• Access to workouts, recipes, money tools and much more!

If you are interested or have any further questions regarding this role, we invite you to contact us at Outwood Academy Freeston, by emailing Lisa Habgood via l.habgood@freeston.outwood.com

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Closing date: 10.00am on 21 March 2025.

Interview date: 26 March 2025.

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Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.