School Science Technician

Birmingham Source: WhatJobs

£500 -£600 P/W

Role: School Science Technician

Rate of pay: £500 -£600 P/W – Dependant on experience

Location: Birmingham

About the role

Connex Education is seeking a dedicated Science Technician to support laboratory activities in an educational setting. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining equipment, constructing and modifying apparatus, and setting up experiments. You will actively participate in laboratory demonstrations, assist in practical classes, and provide technical support to students. Additionally, you will manage resources, oversee budgets, and ensure all procedures comply with current health and safety standards.

About the school

This lively and diverse secondary school in Birmingham, is all about helping students grow, learn, and thrive! With a focus on academic excellence and personal development, it encourages everyone to be ready to learn, respectful, and responsible. The engaging curriculum challenges students while building important life skills for the future. Beyond the classroom, a fantastic range of activities and enrichment programs help students discover their passions. With a dedicated and supportive team, the school is a welcoming place where young people can feel confident, achieve their best, and have fun along the way!

Benefits of working with Connex

Competitive rates of pay (Paid weekly PAYE)
A variety of different roles to suit your needs and work around your lifestyle
Access to our accredited free CPD training platform to develop yourself further
Support from a dedicate and knowledgeable Educational Specialist
Free access to our Classroom Teacher Toolkit skills development package comprising over 70 courses.
Wellbeing program and refresher training for life in 21st century classroom.
Career progression via our Care to classroom setting conversion course
Funded formal qualification, from Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HTLA, Level 5 TEFL

Role Requirements

Maths and English GCSE C/4 or above.
Knowledge of the Secondary national curriculum standards.
NQV Level 3 in Laboratory Technicians in Education (LATA) or equivalent would be beneficial.
Degree in science related subject.
Knowledge of Health & Safety legislations.
An understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines.
Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one through Connex Education.
Previous experience working in Education is desirable.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

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