Science Laboratory Technician
Gulf British Academy
Kuwait
- Expired
- Salary:
- Local Market Rate
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2021
- Apply by:
- 23 May 2021
Job overview
Established in 2005, Gulf British Academy is a BSO-accredited school seeking to strengthen its Science provision as it expands from a British international co-educational primary school to an all through 3-18 school.
The school features new laboratory rooms and we are seeking to appoint a Science Laboratory Technician already based in Kuwait to maintain and coordinate their use.
Important: You must already be resident in Kuwait.
This is an exciting opportunity for you to join us on our journey as we strive to ensure that our pupils take their place in the 21st century global community.
In return for your service, we offer:
- A tax-free salary set at the local market rate.
- End-of-service indemnity.
- Discounted tuition fees for employees with children.
What you offer
You will provide direct technical support and advice in order to meet the practical teaching and learning needs of the science curriculum (Biology, Chemistry and Physics). You will coordinate the use and maintenance of practical resources and facilities and carry out risk assessments as appropriate to ensure all lab/science teaching activities are within school policies and best practice.
Essential requirements
- Minimum of 1 year's experience working as a laboratory technician in school or college science departments.
- Solid knowledge of Health and Safety, risk assessments and understanding of science-based practical activities.
- Familiar with CLEAPPS and COSHH regulations (or local equivalent).
- Fluent in spoken and written English, with good numeracy skills.
- Team-working skills and able to use own initiative.
- Competent IT skills and experience with using GSuite for Education (Gmail, google apps, shared drives, etc).
- Kuwait residency in place.
- Police Certificate / DBS check.
Desirable
- A formal Laboratory Technician qualification will be advantageous.
How to apply
Email your application directly to:
headteacher@gulfbritishacademy.com
Your email must include your:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter or letter of application (highlighting your science laboratory experience)
- Recent photograph
- Two referees (name, phone number, professional relationship to you)
Applications are considered upon receipt and should arrive no later than Sunday 23 May 2021.
We interview at any point during the recruitment process so early applications are encouraged.
Interviews will be conducted in person.
If you do not hear back from us after 5 working days, you should presume that you have not been successful on this occasion.
Further information
Please take the time to read the relevant job description/s and any additional documents at the bottom of this page. Visit our website and Tes Career Site to gain a deeper insight into our school.
Gulf British Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Attached documents
About Gulf British Academy
Motto
To be a school with oracy at its heart, where learners think critically, speak confidently, and write meaningfully.
About Us
Established in 2005, Gulf British Academy is an independent, co‑educational school accredited by BSO and BSME .
In August 2020, we opened the doors to our brand‑new premises. GBA currently caters for pupils from Pre‑KG to Year 12.
Here you will find our current opportunities to join our passionate team. We pride ourselves on welcoming new ideas and value the contributions of all staff as part of our journey of continuous improvement.
Our Vision
To cultivate a learning community where oracy is central: learners think critically, speak confidently, and write meaningfully, empowering them to engage with and shape the world around them.
Our Commitment
At Gulf British Academy, we believe in nurturing articulate, thoughtful learners through a rich culture of communication, critical thinking and purposeful learning across all areas of the curriculum.
Key Pillars
1 - Critical Thinking Through Talk
- Through approaches such as Philosophy for Children (P4C), students engage in meaningful conversations, explore big ideas, question assumptions and develop deeper understanding.
2- Confident Communicators
- Learners are supported to articulate ideas clearly and persuasively, using structured oracy practices that build vocabulary, clarity of thought and active listening.
3 - Purposeful Writing
- We connect spoken discourse to written expression, enabling students to craft meaningful, audience‑aware texts that reflect depth and creativity.
4 - Inclusive Oracy Practices
- Debates, presentations, structured talk routines and peer feedback honour diverse voices and foster mutual respect.
5 - Critical and Creative Thinking
- Through dialogic teaching and enquiry‑based learning, including P4C, students learn to reason logically, challenge respectfully and appreciate multiple perspectives.
Facilities
Our modern school building offers a dynamic learning environment, including:
- Spacious classrooms
- Swimming pool
- Large theatre
- Cinema
- Indoor and outdoor sports facilities
- Science laboratories
- ICT rooms
- Play areas - including a soft play and sand and water room
Location
Kuwait is a small and welcoming country, home to a large expat community and offering many opportunities for new experiences. With sunshine year‑round and plenty of beaches, it provides an ideal base for exploring the region.
Staff Benefits
We offer an excellent package for overseas, qualified employees, including:
- Generous tax‑free salary
- Annual flight allowance to/from home country
- Furnished accommodation or housing allowance
- No monthly utilities
- End‑of‑service indemnity
- As a BSO accredited school we can offer ECT induction.
Curriculum
We follow the National Curriculum for England, delivering creative and interactive programmes that develop our academic curriculum, pastoral care and extra‑curricular provision. Our approach includes:
- A house system
- Philosophy for Children (P4C)
- Extensive ECA programme
- Extensive after school sport provision.
- We also embrace Islamic culture and values through Arabic Language, Islamic Studies and Quran lessons, following the guidelines of the Kuwait Ministry of Education.
British Values
All staff are expected to uphold and promote the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs.
Key Qualities of a GBA Teacher
- Ability to create a caring and collaborative classroom environment underpinned by strong positive relationships with learners.
- Demonstrates continuous commitment to the school’s vision in their planning, teaching and the expectations they have for their learners.
- Be a positive presence in school, remain flexible in their approach to work and resilient in the face of challenges.
- Understands the fundamentals of effective teaching and learning and how to apply this to their practice.
- A reflective practitioner who thinks critically about their teaching and takes ownership of their professional development.
Join Us!
If you are passionate about helping pupils succeed, share our values and meet our requirements, we would love to hear from you.
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