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Science Technician - Term Time

St Simon Stock Catholic School, Maidstone

  • Ref:KCC886-5432-90S
  • Posted:24/03/2023
  • Pay:KR5 (£20,595 - £21,693)
  • Start Date:ASAP
  • App Close Date:20/04/2023 at 12:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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SCIENCE TECHNICIAN - 35 Hours per week, Term Time only

KR5 (£20,595 - £21,693 FTE) pro rata (£16,400 - £17,274)

We are looking to appoint a Science Technician as soon as possible. This is a fantastic opportunity for a conscientious, reliable and enthusiastic person to join our vibrant, passionate and thriving Science Team. The successful candidate's role will be to work with our Science Department to provide technical support for practical lessons, ensuring that resources and equipment and areas in Science are suitably maintained and fit for purpose. They will support the learning and teaching activities working closely with staff and pupils. This is a term time only position [35 hours per week, term time (38 weeks per year)]. Flexibility around the office hours is possible for the right candidate.

Previous experience of working in a school environment would be an advantage, although not essential for an outstanding candidate.

The Role:

  • Preparing materials for lessons
  • Set up and distribute materials during lessons
  • Safety checks in the laboratories at the end of each day
  • General administration and support for the teachers

Benefits of working at St Simon Stock:

A supportive and caring working environment for staff and students.

A research-informed approach to curriculum design and assessment.

Fully planned and resourced schemes of work for KS3 and 4.

Dedicated and bespoke CPD time for all staff each week.

Access to Kent Rewards.

Generous Pension Scheme.

Our Offer:  At St Simon Stock Catholic School, we have created an environment where our staff can thrive and enjoy the work that they do which enables our young people to flourish, gain confidence, achieve and be happy.  We have a reputation for being a very caring environment and we have a great record for investing in staff training and development.

You are welcome to contact HR at HR@ssscs.co.uk if you would like to visit the school before submitting an application.

For ease of applying, we are happy to accept applications directly from Kent Teach using 'Apply Now'.

Should you be shortlisted for interview, additional information may be requested at that time.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 20 April 2023

This vacancy may close on or before the specified closing date depending on the volume of suitable applicants. If you are unsuccessful, we will contact you accordingly.

Safer Recruitment 

St Simon Stock Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and this position is subject to satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Information about the school

Located in the heart of Maidstone, Kent, St Simon Stock Catholic School is a vibrant and high-achieving secondary school, proud to be part of the Kent Catholic Schools’ Partnership (KCSP)—a multi-academy trust of 30 schools dedicated to excellence in Catholic education.

As an oversubscribed, co-educational school with a long-standing tradition of academic success, we are home to over 1,100 students, including a thriving Sixth Form of 200+ students, supported by a dedicated team of around 130 staff.

At St Simon Stock, we celebrate the rich diversity of our students, valuing the unique cultures and experiences they bring. Our ethos is built on respect, service, and a commitment to helping every student achieve their full potential. Through a strong work ethic, personal responsibility, and service to others—both within the school and the wider community—our students develop the confidence and ambition to succeed in an ever-changing world.

We are proud to be rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted and ‘Outstanding’ in our most recent denominational inspection, reflecting our unwavering dedication to academic excellence, personal growth, and spiritual development.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Deanne Perry - HR Hub
  • Address:Oakwood Park, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 0JP
  • Telephone: 01622 754551
  • Email: hr@ssscs.co.uk

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.