REDHILL ACADEMY TRUST
Senior Science Technician
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Redhill Academy Trust Pay Scale, Band 8
Scale Point 36 - 40
Actual salary: £9,375.49 to £10,166.02) per annum (FTE: £28,305.58 to £30,692.30) - Pay Award Pending
14.5 hours per week - Permanent - Term time only
The Role
Brookfield Community School is seeking to appoint a motivated and experienced Senior Science Technician to play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality science education.
Working closely with the Head of Science and teaching staff, you will support the work of staff and students in the school’s laboratories and classrooms, ensuring that practical lessons are well-prepared, safe and efficient.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone organised, proactive and passionate about supporting science education.
Key Responsibilities
The Successful Candidate Will
- Work closely with science teachers to support teaching and learning across Key Stages
- Prepare, set up and clear away equipment, chemicals and materials for practical lessons
- Ensure laboratories, prep rooms and classrooms are safe, organised and well-maintained
- Oversee stock control, ordering and storage of equipment and resources
- Maintain accurate records, including health and safety documentation
- Support the development of practical activities, including testing and preparing experiments
- Lead on health and safety requirements (e.g. COSHH, CLEAPSS guidance)
- Provide guidance and support to other technicians where appropriate
- Liaise with science staff to ensure resources meet curriculum needs
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The Ideal Candidate
We Are Looking For Someone Who
- Has experience working in a school laboratory or similar environment
- Has strong organisational and time management skills
- Demonstrates a good understanding of laboratory health and safety
- Is able to work independently and as part of a team
- Has a proactive, flexible and solution-focused approach
- Is committed to supporting students and staff to achieve the best outcomes
Why Join Us?
- A supportive and collaborative Science department
- A well-resourced learning environment
- Opportunities to develop skills and contribute to wider school life
- Part of a forward-thinking and inclusive school community
The Brookfield Community School is part of Redhill Academy Trust. The School is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities for further information please visit the website.
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Benefits
- Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement increasing with service, plus statutory holidays
- The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious team/school
- Recognised continuous local government service for annual leave entitlement, Occupational Maternity/ Paternity pay
- Cycle to work Scheme
- Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee benefits platform
For further details regarding this post please contact Mrs Nic Crespin, Head of Science, on n.crespin@brookfieldcs.org.uk. To apply complete our on-line application form, please use the 'apply now' button.
If you have any questions or queries regarding the application process please contact the HR Team.
As Redhill Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding children practices, any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS and Child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.
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