Curriculum Technician - Science

Ref: SCH-E-A-1246
Establishment: The Oldham Academy North Location: Oldham Salary: 6508.00 - 6704.00 Department: Science Job Type: Part Time
Closing Date: 23/09/2022 09:00 Interview Date: 30/09/2022 Start Date: 01/11/2022

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 15.00 Weeks per Year: 39.000 Pay Grade: NJC 1-3 Number of Vacancies: 1

The Role

We are looking to recruit a professional and dedicated Science Technician to join the team here at the Oldham Academy North. The purpose of this role is to provide technical support to teaching staff and ensure a safe and clean working environment to facilitate high-quality teaching within the faculty.


Key Specific Responsibilities:


  • Assist teachers with preparation of resources and equipment for lesson delivery on a daily basis
  • Develop apparatus and equipment for use in practical sessions and provide technical advice and assistance to teaching staff as required regarding resources for practical work and demonstrations
  • Carry out practical demonstrations in the classroom as required
  • Construct and modify apparatus as required, at the request of teachers in the faculty
  • Retrieve, clear and clean equipment, including disposal of waste material in line with established guidelines
  • Audit stock, keep records, order and check deliveries of materials in consultation with the Head of Faculty


For a full description of the role, see the job description and job specification.


SCP 1-3 £6,508 - £6,704 (FTE £18,333 - £18,887)

15 hours per week, term time only

Permanent


We know just how important it is to think big and to help break those glass ceilings faced by young people today. Together we can encourage our pupils to step out from their comfort zones, build self-esteem and broaden their horizons.

 

Th Oldham Academy North is an ambitious, inclusive 11-16 academy in Oldham. We set high expectations for our students in all areas and encourage them to become ambassadors of their community. We continue to be a 'Good' school, whilst leading to excellent student progress and putting us in the top 20% of schools nationally. To find out more about us, please visit: https://theoldhamacademynorth.e-act.org.uk/

 

What the trust offers in return:

 

  • Competitive local Government Pension Scheme
  • Ride to Work Scheme
  • Market leading Personal Development and Training plans to further your career
  • Access to Mental Health First Aid Programme
  • 24 hours access to Employee Assistance Programme

 

We are an E-ACT academy and proud to be part of a community that includes over 18,000 pupils and over 2,500 teaching and non-teaching professionals across the country.

 

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

 

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Qualifications

Qualification Title Grade
GCSEs grade 5-9 or equivalent in Maths and English
Essential
COSHH
Essential

Skills

Experience/Knowledge
Knowledge of COSHH regulations
Essential
Experience of working within a Science department
Essential
Good knowledge of up-to-date techniques, materials, and equipment relevant to the National Curriculum
Desirable
Working knowledge of relevant policies, procedures and codes of practice
Essential
Relevant Skills
Ability to manage pupil behaviour and create a safe environment
Essential
Personal Attributes
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, parents and students
Essential

Related Documents

Job Description and Personal Specification PSS-ED Science Technician.docx Download

Safeguarding Information

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.


​​​​​​​E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

 

The Oldham Academy North

Broadway
Royton
Oldham
North O
OL2 5BF

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