We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented member of staff with a passion for science to join our team at Three Rivers Academy. The post holder will work as part of a team of Science Technicians servicing laboratories, preparing materials and equipment for demonstrations and practical lessons as requested by teaching staff.

Full on the job training will be given and as part of the role, you will be studying to complete a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship.

This is a fixed term appointment for the duration of the apprenticeship, typically 24 months.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 3.42pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break, term time only

If you have any questions about the role or the application process, please contact the THPT HR Team.  Tours of the school are also warmly welcomed. 

All adults employed by the Trust have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations.

The Howard Partnership Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

We really want you to shine as part of our application and selection process so that you can truly perform at your best and feel comfortable. Our processes are extremely flexible. Please let us know what we can to assist, just contact us by email for an informal chat.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of this advertisement.

As well as verification of identity, we ask all successful candidates to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we may also conduct an online search about any shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet safeguarding duties, in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

Benefits

Within The Howard Partnership Trust (THPT) there are career development opportunities available across a large number of partnership schools. In addition, THPT is also able to offer:

• An opportunity to be part of a dynamic and developing organisation

• An excellent benefit package to include Cycle to Work, Sainsbury’s Loyalty Discount and access to discount schemes

• A fantastic Local Government Pension Scheme, including generous employer contributions

• Rewards and Benefits Scheme that includes Loyalty and Service Awards

• Full access to the Employee Assistance Programme

Essential Criteria

A solid general education to GCSE level is essential; as are IT skills and a commitment to on going professional development.

We are a values-based organisation and seek to recruit individuals who can demonstrate our values.

Our values will be assessed through the selection process, so we ask all applicants when providing their supporting statement to also incorporate not only how they meet the essential criteria for the role but to also demonstrate our values.

Our values are:

Integrity - displaying honesty and having strong moral principles

Partnership - working together and taking collective ownership to achieve the same goals

Advocacy - working hard on behalf of others to maximise their success

Resilience - finding success again after something difficult or negative has happened

Compassion - displaying empathy towards and a desire to help others

Aspiration - aiming high to achieve success

Please ensure your supporting statement reflects our Values