Science Technician - Hampton College Secondary Phase

Job Description

Hampton CollegeEagle Way, Hampton Vale, Peterborough, PE7 8BFHampton College is an established, successful, all-through school, which formed its own multi-academy trust (Hampton Academies Trust - HAT) in 2014. The Trust is also the education provider for the new neighbouring secondary school, Hampton GardensSchool and Hampton Lakes Primary School, which opened in September 2019. HAT schools have very close links and some shared staff.Hampton College currently serves the community of Hampton, on the southern outskirts of the city of Peterborough and has good links to Cambridge and Stamford. Hampton Gardens School serves the neighbouring Cambridgeshire village of Yaxley, as well new housingbeing added to the Hampton East development, where Hampton Lakes Primary School is located.Required January 2022SCIENCE TECHNICIANWe are looking for Science Technician to join a team of technicians to provide to support within a busy science department. This is an exciting opportunity to provide support to teaching staff by preparing resources for the Science Lessons. The positionwill be busy and varied and will suit a well organised individual who is flexible and adaptable to a sometimes unusual workload.You will work closely with the Head of Science and Senior Science Technician to maintain an efficient and effective Science Prep Room ensuring equipment and resources are well prepared and organised at all times. You will be a methodical and meticulous individualwho is keen to play an active role in supporting the efficiency and effectiveness of the day to day running of the Science Department.Working Hours:37 hours per week, term time only8:00am to 4:00pm - Monday to Thursday (with a 30-minute un-paid lunch break)8:00am to 3:30pm - Friday (with a 30-minute un-paid lunch break)(Please note that there is flexibility in working hours, for the successful candidate)Salary:Science Technician (Grade 4)Full-time salary (52 weeks) From: £18,562 to £19,312Term-time salary (37hours per week/term time only) From: £15,419 to £16,042What we can offer you in return:

• A fantastic working environment where students are enthusiastic and want to learn. All our schools have modern buildings, with light and airy classrooms, outstanding facilities and are situated at the heart of the community.
• We value our staff and recognise the importance of providing ongoing training opportunities. As a growing Trust we are also able to offer opportunities for promotion and fresh challenges as new roles arise regularly within the Trust.
• Our active Staff Wellbeing Group creates an effective channel for staff to be heard, and underpins our commitment to cultivating a supportive working environment which allows staff to flourish and achieve their full potential.
• Our extensive induction programme supports staff every step of the way, and our buddy system gives new staff a supportive and knowledgeable mentor.
• Full access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme, which is designed to help staff deal with any personal or professional problems. Staff have access to free legal advice, medical information, counselling sessions, online self-help tools,factsheets and the wellbeing portal.

For further details, please visit the Hampton Academies Trust websiteClosing date: 9.00am on Wednesday 5 January 2022Hampton Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure andBarring Service Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Keyskills :
SafeguardingSecondary SchoolLaboratory Technicians