Science Technician - Term Time

Ashford School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-6000-54S
• Posted:26/03/2025
• Pay:Competitive
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:22/04/2025 at 12:00
• Interviews:25th April 2025

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Science Technician

Immediate Start

We require a passionate and capable Science Technician to support the teaching and learning in the Science Faculty.  The successful applicant will be responsible for the overall administration, organisation and provision of equipment and will assist and support the students in class where appropriate. 

You need to be able to demonstrate good technical and interpersonal skills, and a liking for and sensitivity to young people.  You will be well organised and have a good knowledge of scientific terminology and equipment.

Knowledge of health and safety and basic First Aid would be an advantage, but we will provide training if necessary.

35 hours per week Term Time Only

Closing date: 12 noon Tuesday 22nd April 2025

Note - We reserve the right to interview and offer to a strong candidate prior to the closing date. It is strongly recommended that candidates submit their applications as soon as possible.

Ashford School is part of United Learning, a large and growing group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education across England. As a group, we achieve more by sharing than any single school could. 

Ashford School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. 

All appointments are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, the results of an online medical questionnaire and two satisfactory references.

Information about the school

Ashford School is an independent, coeducational, day and boarding school for children from 0-18, founded in 1898. There are nearly 1000 students in the whole School, divided equally between the Senior School (11-18) and the Prep School and Nurseries (0-11). At full capacity there are 170 boarders in the Senior School, mostly from overseas, cared for by a number of resident teachers and support staff; 20 nationalities are represented.

Working at Ashford School is an opportunity to be part of an inspiring, unique, vibrant, and inclusive community. We currently employ around 390 people who work together to maintain and develop our very friendly and outstanding School.

Ashford School is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.

We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Cadie Albertini
• Address:East Hill, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8PB
• Telephone: 01233 625171
• Email: recruitment@ashfordschool.co.uk