Job Introduction
SCIENCE TECHNICIAN
Contract: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus training days)
Salary: NJC Scale Point 9 £27,294 pro rata
North Kesteven Academy seeks a suitably qualified and experienced science technician to support our science department.
Working closely with the Head of Science and the teaching staff, you will coordinate and manage the Academy’s practical science delivery in accordance with the CLEAPSS guidelines, COSHH legislation, and Academy policies. You will source, create and deliver resources and materials to support practical lessons and curriculum planning. Our science department offers a supportive team environment and your enthusiasm and ideas will be welcomed by the teaching team.
The successful candidate will be an experienced science technician with a thorough in-depth knowledge of CLEAPSS and current health and safety legislation relevant to science in schools. You will be a personable team player, flexible in your approach, a creative thinker and problem solver. You will be able to demonstrate a strong affinity for working with young people, and the commitment to help continuously improve our science offer to students, including through extra-curricular activities.
To apply, please download an application pack from the Academy’s website www.nkacademy.co.uk or email jobs@nkacademy.co.uk or telephone 01522 881010.
The closing date for applications is Monday 23rd March.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted. We welcome pre-application visits, please contact our Human Resources department for an appointment.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service, barred list check, references and medical checks. Pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
