Science Technician
Sir William Perkins's School
Surrey
- New
- Salary:
- Competitive salary
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- November 2024
- Apply by:
- 6 October 2024
Job overview
Science Technician
Competitive salary
Permanent
Part time during term time; 2 days a week plus four days in the holiday
Start date: November 2024
At Sir William Perkins's School, we are committed to fostering a love for learning and scientific inquiry in our students. Our science facilities are the heart of our school, where curiosity is sparked, and knowledge is deepened. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Science Technician to work Mondays and Tuesdays during term time (plus four days during the holidays) to join our team and help bring science to life for our students.
The role will include:
- Laboratory Preparation: Preparing and setting up equipment and materials for science lessons, ensuring all experiments run smoothly and safely
- Supporting Lessons: Assisting teachers during practical lessons, providing technical support and guidance to students
- Equipment Maintenance: Maintaining and organising laboratory equipment, ensuring all items are in good working condition and properly stored
- Safety Management: Implementing and upholding Health and Safety standards in the laboratory, conducting regular safety checks and risk assessments
- Resource Management: Managing inventory of materials, and equipment, ordering supplies as needed to ensure the labs are well-stocked
If you are excited about inspiring the next generation of scientists and making a meaningful impact in education, we would love to hear from you!
Closing date for applications is: Sunday 6 October at 11:59pm
Interviews will be held: week commencing 7 October 2024
Early applications are encouraged as the School reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.
About us
Sir William Perkins’s School is a high-performing, academically selective, independent girls’ school for approximately 600 students aged 11 – 18 years. The Head is both a member of HMC and GSA. It is located on an attractive 12- acre site situated on the outskirts of Chertsey, a two-minute walk from the railway station and very near to the junction of the M3 and M25.
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About Sir William Perkins's School
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Welcome to Sir William Perkins's School
Where Generosity, Curiosity and Ambition thrive and Great Things are expected
At Sir William Perkins’s School, students are at our heart. We expect the best from them and in return they can expect the best from us – both in terms of teaching of the highest quality, and in receiving the tailored support and attention they need to achieve.
We know our students, their talents, hopes and aspirations; and in turn we seek staff who actively encourage our students to explore their interests and achieve their potential in an innovative and inspiring atmosphere.
Founded in 1725, we are a warm and friendly independent girls’ school for 600 students aged 11-18. Set in 13 acres of attractive green-belt grounds in Surrey, SWPS is a beautiful environment with first-rate facilities, in which both staff and students flourish.
Easily reached by road or public transport, we are a two-minute walk from Chertsey Train Station, with direct links to London Waterloo and surrounding towns.
The power of potential
We challenge each student to explore their potential through academic aspiration and active participation. We teach our students to expect Great Things of themselves, because we know every individual is capable of Great Things.
Academic success is always our priority, but education should be about far more than achieving top grades. We believe in educating the whole person and equipping our students with the confidence to make their mark on the world.
We encourage students to become involved in the many co-curricular activities on offer. Taking every opportunity to develop their interests and creativity, their interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills, to be forward-thinking and to reach into the wider community.
A SWPS student is:
- Generous with their thoughts, their gifts and their time.
- Curious about their world and their future.
- Ambitious for themselves and for others.
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