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Science Technician
2 months ago
Streatham & Clapham High School (SCHS) is looking for a highly capable and enthusiastic Science Technician to support the safe delivery of science practicals and co-curricular activities.
You will be primarily based in the Chemistry department, where you'll work closely with teaching staff to deliver a well-organised, effective and safe experimental environment. This will involve preparing, setting out and clearing away equipment and materials for lessons and practical examinations (including checking and/or calibrating equipment), in accordance with required timescales.
This is an excellent opportunity for a conscientious, approachable individual who has a positive attitude to their work and enjoys multitasking in a busy and varied department. You will possess an understanding of practical science, along with the knowledge and skills to prepare solutions, and a basic understanding of health and safety in a laboratory environment. You should have high levels of computer literacy, good organisational skills and the ability to work unsupervised as well as part of a team. Any additional training will be given as required.
The successful candidate will be expected to work Monday to Friday, 36 hours a week during the school term plus 10 days (pro rata).
About Streatham & Clapham High School
Streatham & Clapham High School is a vibrant, exciting and fulfilling place in which to work. The School is characterised by a warm, welcoming and supportive atmosphere. New colleagues are supported through a personalised induction programme.
As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:
Competitive salaries and pay progressionAccess to extensive professional development opportunitiesTraining grants for qualificationsGenerous pension schemesFree life assurance benefitA discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schoolsFree lunches for all staff during term timeInterest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loansA Cycle to Work schemeGood transport linksCompetitive terms and conditions of employmentFor further details and to apply please click the apply button.
Applications should be received no later than noon, Wednesday 28th August 2024.
Interviews will take place the week commencing 2nd September, though the school reserves the right to appoint an exceptional candidate at any stage of the application process.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post.