Science Technician

The Role

Kenilworth Multi-Academy Trust (KMAT) is a growing organisation and is currently made up of two schools. Kenilworth School and Sixth Form is rated as Outstanding by Ofsted and as the only secondary school in the community of Kenilworth, is oversubscribed with motivated and well behaved pupils.

The school is currently on a split site, with Years 7 – 11 based at Leyes Lane and Sixth Form set on our Rouncil Lane site. The school is well resourced to support the delivery of science and the post holder will join a supportive team.

We are looking to appoint a Science Technician to be based at Kenilworth School & Sixth Form, within an established and committed team of Science Technicians to support a large department. This is an exciting post for a Science Technician to join the team and training can be given to a suitable candidate with a science background. An awareness of working within manual handling and COSHH procedures would be advantageous, but not essential.

Typical Duties:

•Assisting Science Technicians and teachers in setting up and clearing away practical experiments

•Ensuring practical equipment orders are complete and ready for lessons

•Working within guidelines and procedures to ensure the laboratories are clean, safe and tidy.

22.5 Hours per Week

Fixed term contract end date: 31 August 2022

Relevant Allowances: 

This is a term time only role and we can offer a LGPS Pension Scheme, access to a healthcare scheme offering free physiotherapy, 24/7 GP and mental healthcare, various retail discounts, use of the on-site gym and free parking.

Key Requirements

Working Hours:

Hours of work: 8.30am to 4.00pm (with a 30-minute unpaid lunchbreak)

Working pattern: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

Additional Information & How to Apply

For an informal chat about the role, you are welcome to contact Mr Matt Jones, Head of Science by email at M.Jones@ksn.org.uk.

Application forms and further details are available at: https://www.ksn.org.uk/723/vacancies

Please email your completed application to Deena Perry at D.Perry@ksn.org.uk.

Please include a cover letter which should be addressed to Mr Hayden Abbott, Headteacher.

Please note, we cannot accept a CV as an application.

Closing date: 9am 01/11/2021
Interview date: TBC

Kenilworth School and Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

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