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Part-time Science Technician
Required as soon as possible
Band 2 to mid-point, within the range 11-14
20 hours per week, term time only
Monday to Friday 8.00am - 12.00pm or 8.30am - 12.30pm
(term time only + one week holiday working)
(Actual salary range £7,123 to £7,601 per annum)
The King John School in Benfleet is a heavily oversubscribed 11-18 mixed comprehensive of over 2000 students, of which approx. 420 are in the sixth form. As a school our Progress 8 measure places us in the top 25% of the country. Over 76% of our students achieved a standard pass in English and Mathematics at GCSE (Grade 4 or above) and we are recognised by the Department of Education for our proactive promotion of the English Baccalaureate within our curriculum. Our A level results have been exemplary, with over 60% of Year 13 students gaining A* - B grades in all of their subjects. The school enjoys an excellent reputation, having received a letter from the Commissioner for Excellence in Schools in September commending the school on the 'fantastic' results this year. The school has also been graded at the end of September 2013 as 'Outstanding' across all key areas.
The school has good staff retention and is wholly committed to continued professional development. To this end, all children of appointed permanent staff are eligible to apply for an automatic place at King John School. The school offers free healthcare through Benenden Healthcare Scheme which employees are entitled to join.
We are looking to appoint a highly organised and enthusiastic individual to join our technician team.
Duties include providing technical support for practical lessons in our large and successful Science department, which has undergone recent laboratory refurbishment. Knowledge of science and laboratory experience would be an advantage however training would be given to the right candidate.
Closing date for applications: Thursday, 23 November 2017 (midday)
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if there is a good level of response. Therefore we would recommend that you submit your application as early as possible.
The King John School will be joining the Zenith Multi-Academy Trust on 1 December 2017 therefore your employer will be the Zenith Multi-Academy Trust.
For an application form please visit the school website: www.thekjs.essex.sch.uk. Alternatively, please email Tanya Bonner, Director of HR: tanyab@thekjs.com
CVs alone will not be accepted.
The King John School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.