Job Description
Rookwood School
Vacancy Details
Position: Science Technician
Hours of Work: Full Time
Contract terms: Permanent
Contract type: Term Time
Ideal Start date: 24/04/2025
Place of Work: Rookwood School, Weyhill Road, Andover SP10 3AL
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Science Technician to join our well-established Science department.
As our Science Technician you will join the Science department and provide support to pupils and staff. This is a full time, term time only position.
In this role you will provide technical support to the science teachers and contribute to the students’ learning experience by co-ordinating the preparation of materials and apparatus for practical work within the Science Department.
Nestled on a leafy site in Andover, Rookwood School is a happy and thriving learning environment for pupils aged 2 to 18. At the heart of our ethos is strong pastoral care, where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. Our school motto, ‘Sapere Aude,’ translates to ‘dare to know’ or ‘have the courage to understand’, perfectly capturing the essence of our identity. We encourage our pupils to question, explore, and achieve more than they ever thought possible.
Science is a popular subject both at core and examination level. Students at GCSE follow the AQA Syllabus and take either the Dual award or separate Sciences. Physics, Chemistry and Biology are all offered at A Level and follow the AQA syllabus.
The successful candidate will be a strong flexible team player who will support the delivery of the Science curriculum to our students. Essential attributes will include a knowledge of working with hazardous chemicals and preparation of Laboratory substances.
You will have:
• Experience of working in a laboratory and/or a background in Science
• GCSE Grade C (4) or above in Science, Maths and English
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to work as a reliable member of the team
The role will include:
• Ensuring all scientific equipment is prepared and set up safely for practical experiments
• Maintaining equipment and apparatus
• Carry out risk assessment of practical equipment
• Carrying out risk assessment of each Science Classroom
• Supporting the Science Teachers and help with any practical experiments when required
In return we will offer you:
• A professional, hardworking and supportive team of staff with the capability and desire to raise student achievement even further
• Enthusiastic students who are willing to learn and are proud of their learning environment
• Opportunities for further professional development
• Employee assistance provision
• Access to reduced educational fees for qualifying children
• A caring and supportive working environment within a vibrant school community
Applications are invited to be submitted via our online application portal: https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000000688
The closing date for application is – 28th March 2025
The full Job Description can be obtained directly from the vacancies section on our school website - www.rookwoodschool.org/vacancies.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised.
Rookwood School is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, right to work in the UK, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment and two satisfactory references.
All positions which involve working with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).