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The White Horse Federation
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Reading, Berkshire
Science Technician
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Job Description
About the Opportunity * Do you have a keen interest in Secondary School Science? * Do you enjoy supporting science experiments and assisting colleagues and/or students? We wish to recruit an organised and efficient Science Technician to join our dedicated Science team and contribute to ensuring our classes are well equipped, fit for lessons. Our ideal candidate will * Confidently monitor supplies of stock, especially those in frequent use * Be responsible for the safe storage of equipment and materials. * Assist in the preparation of equipment and materials for examinations as directed by the Head of Science * Carry out routine/non-routine checking and fault investigations of equipment * Ensure workshops, laboratories and classrooms with equipment are kept clean, tidy and safe for use. * Ensure the preparation, deliver and set up of all equipment for use by staff and students including related paperwork for practical lessons. For full details and specifications on this exciting opportunity, please see attached our job description. We can offer you * An attractive working environment with excellent facilities and supportive families; * A committed, hardworking and supportive team; * 100% focus on improving outcomes for the children in our school; * Well-resourced classrooms; * A group of children with a passion for learning. Please note, during C19 lockdown the school is unfortunately not open for visits as we would have hoped to offer you however, we continue to recruit remotely and look forward to receiving your application. More information about the school can be found on our website Benefits We know that your role requires you to put a lot of time and effort into it and because of this we believe you should be rewarded. As a White Horse Federation employee you will have access to benefits listed below. Some benefits are accessible by all staff irrespective of their contract type (T). Some are only eligible to permanent (P) employees following a successful probation period as noted: * Car Purchase scheme (P) * Reward Gateway discounts (P&T) * Cashback healthcare plan (P) * Discounted gym membership scheme (P&T) * Hire purchase Cycle to Work scheme (P) * Free and confidential advice, information and counselling service (P&T) * Excellent Pension scheme (P&T) Why Work With Us The White Horse Federation (TWHF) is a not-for-profit multi-academy trust that supports and sponsors many primary, secondary and special schools across Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Swindon, Oxfordshire and Berkshire. Its shared vision for excellence through partnership means it is also committed to keeping the best of what makes a local school great - in other words, the type of schools where TWHF colleagues would be proud to send their own children. TWHF combines a relentless drive for academic excellence with a shared moral purpose and shared values, while ensuring that fun and happiness are a key attribute of each of its schools. TWHF believes that partnership-working with its schools, pupils and their parents, as well as the wider community, helps creates the best possible outcomes for all children. TWHF empowers its colleagues through support, training and career opportunities to recruit and retain outstanding staff who are leaders in their field. That way TWHF can ensure that every student achieves their full potential, regardless of background, culture, heritage or ability. The White Horse Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful for this position you will be expected to apply for a disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service before appointment is confirmed. References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before interview.