Senior Science Technician

Salary: Grade F SCP 17-SCP 23

Actual annual salary £25,366 - £28,155

Full Time, 37 hours per week

Permanent, Term Time Plus 2 days

The school is looking to appoint an exceptional Senior Science Technician to work within our busy science department.

We are seeking a person who can lead and manage other technicians within the department, who can provide highly effective and innovative support to the teaching of science in the school. The role will include responsibility for the preparation, distribution and collection of apparatus for lessons and also a requirement to prepare materials, equipment and science areas for use by Teachers and students. An ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge of relevant Health & Safety regulations is essential. The day to day role is extremely varied and you will need to be able to adapt and prioritise jobs as they come in.

The school has strong links with the local community with a heritage of 450 years and is successful and popular with parents. You will be joining a Staff Team that is committed, welcoming, supportive and friendly. We are an ambitious community committed to young people and supporting them on their journey to achieve their dreams and ambitions.

We strive to meet the needs of every learner; drive them, motivate them and support them to achieve. We celebrate all success and truly believe that every student matters and that it is our job as educators to ensure they know and feel that they matter. Rivington & Blackrod is part of the Leverhulme Academy Trust and we believe that nurturing and supporting staff in team work and collaboration is essential if we are to provide the highest standard of education for all students within the Trust.

A full information pack which includes the job description and person specification is on the Leverhulme Trust website.

To apply, please click on the link, and register for an account to complete our online application form: www.leverhulmeacademytrust.org/Vacancies/

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday, 29th June 2025

Interviews to take place week commencing 30th June 2025

The trust is committed to safer recruitment and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service clearance. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from as diverse a group as possible .Rivington and Blackrod High School is part of Leverhulme Academy Trust, we believe that nurturing and supporting staff in team work and collaboration is essential if we are to provide the highest standard of education for all students within the Trust.