Science Technician (Biology Specialist Preferred)

Name of Head Teacher - Beth Kobel

Salary: Scale 3, points 14 to 17, Salary: GBP16,781 to GBP17,772 pro rata) plus London Weighting GBP1,848 pro rata, circa GBP16,363 - GBP17,234 (inclusive of London Weighting)

Hours: 36 hours per week, Term-time plus 5 inset days, Fixed Term Contract to July 2018

Making school memorable by striving for excellence

Working at Preston Manor means that you benefit from working in a school with a 75 year old reputation for success, whilst also enjoying the excitement and innovation of being part of a new school having recently become an all-through school. Joining us means you are joining an esteemed, outward facing establishment which is currently breaking new ground into its exciting future. We are oversubscribed for places, reflecting the reputation the school has for its academic rigour, inclusive nature and welcoming community. We are proud of our focus on student and staff wellbeing, which is evident from the moment you step into our community. We pride ourselves on having excellent student leadership and high staff-retention rates.

Preston Manor is an all-through Co-operative School located in the highly diverse and vibrant London borough of Brent. We are part of an established network of schools and work collaboratively with local schools. We are a large learning community with students from ages 4-19 years old and our curriculum expands across six key stages. Our focus on holistic wellbeing, along with teaching and learning, means that progress and development takes place both within the classroom and beyond for students and staff alike. Thus we achieve very strong academic results championed by innovative and dedicated staff who work relentlessly to build and foster high aspirations in all members of our learning community.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Science Technician, who is passionate about engaging young people in science. The role involves being responsible for the maintenance and provision of practical materials for science activities from KS3 to KS5.

You must be proactive, an all-rounder with the ability to work efficiently within a pressurised environment and maintain a professional approach to your work at all times. It is essential that you are capable of working on your own initiative and as part of a team, applying excellent attention to detail. Excellent organisational skills and a flexible working attitude are also necessary.

We offer:

• motivated, enthusiastic and ambitious students
• a friendly and supportive team of teachers
• well-resourced facilities
• a professionally stimulating and collaborative working environment
• a commitment to professional development

The successful candidate will join a dynamic and energetic team who strive to ensure that all students enjoy learning and surpass expectations of achievement.

The above post provides an excellent opportunity to work in a high quality and well-resourced environment and to become part of a highly motivated and visionary team of teachers and technicians.

The person appointed should by experience, training or aptitude be prepared to demonstrate an ability to support the learning of students in the classroom.

For further information and an application pack, visit the Job Vacancies page on the school website via the button below.

Closing Date: Noon Monday 02 October 2017

Interview Date: Week beginning 02 October 2017

Start Date: October 2017

Brent Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check.