Science Technician

Join a school where staff are given the freedom and support to innovate and collaborate
Achieving success at Ark St Albans Academy would not have been possible without our great teachers. Our school is a supportive and exciting environment to work in.

Ark St Alban’s Academy are looking to recruit a Science Technician to join us on our journey towards excellence. You will play a pivotal role in a committed team and make a real impact on the outcomes of our students.

With an outstanding rating from Ofsted and some of the best value-added results in the country, we promote an ambitious and aspirational culture to students and staff alike.

“There’s a culture of aspiration here, not just from the staff, but from the students themselves as well. The students appreciate and value you - they want to learn. In return, the school appreciates what you do for the students. I also cannot imagine another school having as positive a relationship with parents and the community.”– Staff member at Ark St Albans

Our staff have a strong sense of team spirit and enjoy regular staff socials. We work hard to celebrate hard work at Ark St Albans, including annual pay increments and regular all-staff ‘shout-outs’ to recognise success. Ark St Albans is a rewarding team to be a part of.
Ark is one of the UK's most successful school groups with a network of 35 schools in 4 locations across the country, it is an international charity transforming lives through education. As part of the network, our staff can expect:
• Access to a range of discounts through the Ark Rewards Scheme which includes reduced gym memberships, discounts at major retailers and travel loans
• Twice as many training days as standard
• Support from a network of 35 schools across the UK

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged; to arrange, please call +44 (0)121 446 1300. Visit http://arkstalbans.org/ for more information on the school.

Please submit your application online by visiting http://arkstalbans.org/vacancies .

The deadline for applications is 10am on Monday 05 November 2018. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis so early applications are encouraged.

Deadline: 10am on Monday 05 November 2018

Salary: Ark Support Staff Salary Scale 5, (full time £17,073 - £20,868 per annum). Actual salary, term time only - £14,947 - £18,270 per annum
Start date: As soon as possible
Interviews: Week commencing 12 November 2018

Ark is committed to safeguarding children; successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check

Job Description: Science Technician

Reporting to: Science Head of Department / Subject Leader
Start date: September 2010
Salary: Ark Grade 5 Point 15-22 (Full time salary £17,073 – 20,868, Actual salary £14,947 - £18,270)
Hours: 36 per week, term time only

The Role
To support the delivery of science by providing practical day to day support in the learning environment and to ensure that the learning environment (classrooms and display boards) are up to date.

Key responsibilities
Classroom/Practical support
• To monitor standards and practices within the classroom and identify and communicate improvements to working practices to ensure the highest standards are achieved
• To provide technical and learning assistance and information in the classroom and across the school community in order to support students and staff
• To support students in the classroom environment to assist in the learning process where appropriate
• To assist classroom teachers as directed to produce creative classroom displays that can be used to enhance classroom practice
• To ensure high standards of Health and Safety are maintained at all times.
Preparation
• To prepare (and where appropriate manufacture) teaching materials as required to ensure effective support for teaching staff in the Science department
• To repair, maintain and store equipment in order to guarantee safe and effective upkeep
• To set up science practical’s in advance of lessons when required
• To ensure the prep room is kept clean, tidy and safe.
Equipment Maintenance and Stock
• To assist with inventory of equipment and stock control in order to maintain a supply of equipment for teaching use. Order stock as directed by the Subject Leader/Head of Department so that resources are adequate for lessons
• To receive and check deliveries of supplies to ensure accuracy from suppliers
• To liaise with equipment providers to ensure good quality provision and value for money
• To be responsible for the care of animals and plants in the Science labs and to maintain long term experiments
• To procure biological consumables, i.e. fruit, hearts and other perishable items as necessary, ensuring they are stored and later disposed off in a safe, hygienic and secure way.

Other

• To undertake various responsibilities as directed by the Principal and/or line manager