We have an exciting opportunity for an organised and enthusiastic Lead Science Technician to join the team at Hazel Grove High School. The duties will include providing an efficient and effective technician support service to the school’s science department.
If you would like to join our Laurus family in a rewarding role that changes the lives of our pupils by empowering them to become the best that they can be then we would love to hear from you.
This position is contracted on a 37 hours per week Term Time only basis. This means you will mainly work when the school is open to pupils and will not need to work during the school holidays unless the contract requires you to do so. In total you will be in work for a minimum of 37 out of 52 weeks.
Job Purpose (For further details on the role, please find the Job Description below)
- Liaise with the Laurus Trust Lead Technician in order to help lead the planning and preparation of new materials/equipment/apparatus throughout the year
- Lead the School Senior Science Technicians within the school in order to ensure that all materials/equipment/apparatus is set up appropriately for practical lessons or demonstrations across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.
Key Skills & Experience
- Sound educational background including GCSE’s in Maths and English (A*-C) or equivalent, as well as A-Level (A*-C) Science or equivalent qualification
- Knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and Physics
- Prior experience in a similar role
To learn more about what the Trust offer, including our wide range of employee benefits and access to further professional learning, visit our Careers page. At the Laurus Trust, we value the significance of a healthy work/life balance for our employees. Achieving a better balance can boost motivation and morale, lower stress levels, enhance performance and productivity, and make job opportunities more inclusive. Whenever feasible, we are committed to offering flexible arrangements from the very start, which could include options like part-time roles, term-time working, Job-sharing and compressed hours.
To complete an application form please click ‘Fast Apply’. A full application must be submitted as CV’s will unfortunately not be accepted in line with our safer recruitment process.
Closing date: Wednesday 30th April 2025
We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date.
Disability Confident Employer
We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. We are an inclusive employer and welcome all applications. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview. If you require any reasonable adjustments for an interview, please highlight this to our Recruitment Team in advance.
Hazel Grove High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
