Science Technician (Part Time)

Overview

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic and adaptable Science Technician to join our highly-motivated team at an exciting time in our growth.

Our aim is to challenge every learner to exceed their own expectations of themselves; create a can-do culture and the resilience to excel; include all members of our community through shared endeavour; and nurture diverse skills, talents and abilities whilst celebrating excellence.

Personal attributes

Our ideal candidate will:

• Have experience or interest in working in an educational setting;
• Can multi-task under pressure and juggle many tasks at once;
• Have excellent organisational skills with the ability to effectively prioritise workload;
• Have excellent face to face customer service skills or experience;
• Pay attention to detail, pick up on oversights and rectify problems before they arise;
• Act with discretion, handling extremely confidential information;
• Demonstrate a willingness to become involved in the life of the organisation;
• Be enthusiastic, energetic and open to innovation;
• Have integrity, optimism and a good sense of humour;
• Possess effective communication skills and be emotionally intelligent;
• Possess effective ICT skills and be open to new uses of technology in the workplace;
• Have good communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team; and
• Be dedicated and flexible, with commitment to continual improvement.

In return, we offer:

• A workplace that is future focused with potential for professional growth as we improve;
• A skilled and experienced team of professionals;
• A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues;
• A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do;
• A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the students’ life chances.

We would be pleased to welcome you for an informal visit prior to application. 

We are committed to safeguarding the young people in our care and we expect all our staff to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Salary & Benefits

GRADE: Single Status 4 Point 9

HOURS: Part Time, 15 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (term time plus 1 week)

PRO RATA SALARY:  £8,690.50 p.a. (Full Time: £24,404.00 p.a.)

RESPONSIBLE TO: Head of Science

Location

Rye College
The Grove
Rye
East Sussex
TN31 7NQ

Supporting documents

• Please click here for the Job Description
• Please click here for an Application Form

How to apply

Please send your letter of application by email to hrassistant@ryecollege.co.uk for the attention of the Headteacher.

Alternatively, submit your application to HR Assistant, Rye College, The Grove, RYE, TN31 7NQ.

Please note a signed copy of your application form will be required prior to interview.
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to bring appropriate identification with them to interview. For the purpose of DBS clearance, only copies of the successful applicant’s identification will be retained.

All candidates should provide two references. Permission should be sought prior to including any referee on your application form. Shortlisted candidates may have their references taken-up before any interview – unless explicitly requested in your application.