Science Technician

Summit Learning Trust Mission Statement

Success through Endeavour

Ambition through Challenge

Strength through Diversity

37 Hours per week. Term time only plus 5 days

Temporary Maternity Cover for up to 1 year

Solihull Sixth Form College is a large, culturally diverse College specialising in A Levels, T levels and Level 3 BTEC qualifications, and is part of the Summit Learning Trust.

You will play a vital role in supporting the provision of high quality Physics and vocational Science teaching in the college. You will be required to look after laboratory equipment, set up lessons and support teachers within the department. You will work closely with the Senior technician and teachers. You should be flexible enough to support other members of the technician team when needed.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about practical work and highly skilled in their understanding of health and safety, chemicals, equipment and processes. They will also be enthusiastic about working with young people.

The posts require education to A level or equivalent in relevant science subject(s) together with GCSE Maths and English. Recent experience of laboratory work in a school or college environment is essential.

We are happy to explore flexible working, subject to the operational requirements of the role.

Why work for us?

We offer a range of wellbeing and work-life balance benefits to recognise and reward the essential contributions our colleagues make to our success and growth. These include access to:

Employee assistance programme

High quality training and support in and across academies enabling career progression.

Wellbeing Advocates

Lifestyle benefits and discount schemes, including gym discounts and cycle to work scheme.

Health Protection Scheme alongside Flu Jab and Eyecare Vouchers

Generous employer pension schemes

We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Summit Learning Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender reassignment, age, disability, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, or race.

We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s barred list check. Online searches of shortlisted candidates will also be conducted.