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Senior Science Technician
Required as soon as possible
37 hours per week
Term time plus Inset Days - 39 working weeks
Pay scale 2 Points 14-16
Actual minimum starting salary £15323
Are you ready for a new opportunity?
Plume Academy is seeking to appoint a professional, enthusiastic and well educated colleague to join our vibrant Science Faculty to oversee the deployment of technicians as well as supervising and monitoring performance. You will also provide full technician support to teaching staff, particularly in the preparation and clearing away and cleaning of practical science lesson materials.
Plume Academy is a friendly, supportive and aspirant educational establishment where the professional development of all staff is given a high priority. Plume's very positive last Ofsted inspection in January 2018 judged the Academy as 'Good' in all areas, including the Sixth Form.
Plume Academy is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, Trustees and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration checks, together with the receipt of satisfactory references and only applications submitted on the Academy's application form will be considered.
For full details and an application form, please visit our website at www.plume.essex.sch.uk or email personnel@plume.essex.sch.uk
Closing date: 9am on Monday 25 November 2019.
Information about the School
Work at a place where you feel valued and recognised. An environment where imagination and creativity counts. Work with us.
Currently the third largest secondary school in Essex as a single academy trust and growing, we are focused on enhancing our future structure and have roles where we are seeking people who can bring fresh perspectives and new variety for the benefits of our students. At Plume Academy you will find the space to develop your talents, the freedom to contribute and the opportunity to grow as part of our welcoming and inclusive family. Employing over 250 staff, from teaching and learning to management and administration, you will find opportunities at every level, across both of our campuses.
Our people share a determination to push boundaries, think differently and achieve more. As an employee, you’ll play a crucial part in assisting with our continual development. In return, we will support, nurture and reward you with benefits from training and development to responsibility recognition.
Plume had a successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 and was judged a ‘good’ Academy. Ofsted acknowledged the high quality of teaching and excellent relationships in the Academy.
Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, demonstration of ability, together with the receipt of references.
If you would like to telephone the HR Department prior to completing the application form, they would be pleased to discuss the role in further detail and arrange a visit to the academy.
We look forward to hearing from you!