An exciting and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Science Technician to provide technical support to teaching staff and ensure a safe and clean working environment to facilitate high-quality teaching within the faculty.

• Assist teachers with preparation of resources and equipment for lesson delivery on a daily basis
• Assist in lessons as required during practical sessions
• 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

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

Salary - £17,549 - £19,762 - FTE: £20,043 - £22,571 - 37 hours per week - 39 weeks per year - TTO+1

Our Academy- EACT West Walsall

An 11-18 Academy in Walsall resolutely focused on improving the life chances of all our students and inspiring them to reach their full potential.

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.

Quite aside from the opportunity to work with pupils whose energy, creativity and enthusiasm never fail to inspire, our Academy is: Ofsted good/outstanding rated, recognised for helping pupils to progress from often low starting points.

• Committed to teacher development through E-ACT’s professional learning program in partnership with leading training providers such as Ambition School Leadership.
• Leading the way in youth mental health through our very own Mental Health First Aid programme - we aim to train every teacher as a mental health first aider.
• A leader in the education sector for outstanding employee bene fits including a generous maternity policy and opportunities for flexible working.

Located just eight miles from Birmingham and six miles from Wolverhampton, Walsall is home to two E-ACT academies in Reedswood E-ACT Academy and West Walsall E-ACT Academy.

E-ACT multi-academy trust is responsible for 28 academies across the length and breadth of England

Our academies can collaborate and share ideas with one another in ways that schools may not be able to. Most importantly, we all feel part of something much bigger as our responsibilities go far beyond the four walls of a single academy, and extend to people and their communities across the country.

We are always on the lookout for dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic people so we can continue to give every one of our pupils the opportunity to explore, solve, create and achieve.

In return we offer the chance to work with amazing people and inspirational pupils, as well as a great salary and sector -leading work -life balance arrangements.

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

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.