Science Technician

As Senior Science Technician you will be working with the Head of Science to support an effective science curriculum. You will be responsible for the provision of technical support for the science department to allow teaching staff to deliver the science curriculum and whole school and departmental initiatives. You will support the Head of Science ensuring science laboratories are maintained in a safe and clean working order and compliant with current Health and Safety/CoSHH legislation.

You will be responsible for bringing your passion and expertise to the following areas:

• Provision of full technical support to the science department, with particular regard to the preparation and clearing of lesson materials and maintenance and repairs of equipment.
• Ensuring the efficient preparation and organisation of equipment for lessons as required.
• Cleaning equipment and laboratories after each lesson and any chemical spillage that may occur.
• Ensuring safe storage of laboratory equipment.
• Ensuring the correct storage and distribution of chemicals.
• Supporting teachers in the setting up of equipment.

• An extensive programme of relevant CPD for all staff.
• Working with a committed, hardworking and supportive team with the desire to raise student achievement even further.
• A strong emphasis on staff well-being and free access to external support agencies if needed.
• Free eye test vouchers for all staff.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free onsite parking.
• Very modern facilities, set in acres of grounds, located in a leafy suburb of Southend‑on‑Sea.

Our ethos is focused on ensuring all of our students achieve their full potential. The school's focus on achievement is the same as at every Partnership Learning School. The atmosphere is disciplined and rigorous but also happy and caring.