Science Technician (E3246) - Pudsey Grammar School

Job Title:  Science Technician (Temporary Maternity cover)

Hours and working pattern: 37 hpw, Monday-Thursday 8.00 – 4.00, Friday 8.00-3.30 

Grade:  B3

Salary:  £24,294 - £25,979 FTE (£20,895 -£ 22,645 Actual)

Start date:  As soon as possible

We are looking to appoint an exceptional individual to join our Science Department.  The role will include supporting teaching staff to ensure they can deliver inspirational and innovative teaching on a daily basis.  The role will work collaboratively with the Senior Science Technician and Science Teaching staff to enable staff to deliver outstanding teaching and learning across the department.  

The Science Technician will be highly efficient and have exceptional organisational skills, the ability to prioritise between competing workloads with a consistently professional approach to all aspects of the role and the drive and focus for continuous improvement.  

Applicants will need to demonstrate that they can undertake a range of tasks as directed by the Senior Science Technician and Subject Leader of Science. Including:

• Distributing materials and audio visual equipment for science lessons as per teacher requisitions.
• Preparing materials, solutions, specimens and apparatus where required
• Disposing safely of chemical and biological waste following Health & Safety guidelines
• Keeping up to date knowledge of legal safety requirements and implementation of safety regulations
• Cleaning glassware and associated laboratory equipment
• Checking equipment on a regular basis and recording condition, and to rectify or bring to the attention of the Subject Teacher and Subject Leader/Site Manager any problems
• Labelling equipment, books and chemicals monitoring and managing their storage and use
• Carrying out other duties to support the Science department following discussion with the Subject Leader of Science 
• Show commitment to:
  • Working in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, prevent and our safeguarding and child protection policies)
  • Working with the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) to promote the best interests of students, including sharing concerns where necessary
  • Promoting the safeguarding of all students in the school

Why work at Pudsey Grammar School?

• Be part of a rapidly improving school
• Work for an organisation which has staff wellbeing as its core
• Embrace the opportunity to play a key part in the continuing transformation of the school
• Be part of a dynamic and enthusiastic team of staff who are ensuring our students are successful in every way
• Work alongside hub-schools in the Yorkshire and Humber region and University College London, with access to high quality Teaching and Learning training, networking events, CPD
• Belong to a supportive organisation which prides itself on high standards for staff and students
• Work in an award-winning state of art building

Application Process

To apply for this post, please visit our School website – Pudsey Grammar School - Vacancies

Should you wish to apply for this position, please send the following to recruitment@pudseygrammar.co.uk.  

• A completed application form.  Applications should be made electronically in Word or PDF format 
• Please be aware that we do not accept Curriculum Vitaes
• In support of your application you may include a covering letter.  This should be in addition to the completed application form. 

Closing date for applications:  Friday 12th April at 12.00 noon

Successful candidates will be contacted direct with details of the interview.

Interview date: Monday 22nd April 2024

Our schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check. . If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted.  This includes only information publicly available on-line. 

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age or disability.

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK- either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.