Science Technician (Chemistry)

Oundle School is seeking an experienced Science Technician for its Chemistry and Physics department, to assist with the day-to-day running of the technical support and prep room at our state-of-the-art SciTec Centre. The Role The purpose of the role is to assist with the day-to-day running of the technical support and prep room, and support the teaching of (Chemistry). Oundle’s SciTec site unites Mathematics, Science, and Design, Engineering & Technology both physically and philosophically, enabling pupils to move seamlessly from theory to practice, and from pure science to the achievement of a workable technology. Within the main SciTec building, there are Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics departments. Each one is staffed by subject specialist teachers and supported by professional and skilled technicians. Hours: This role will be full-time, 40 hours per week, working 36.4 weeks and paid for 41.33 (to include entitlement to holiday pay). The specific hours of the role can be discussed at the interview. Salary: £25,789 pro rata, FTE £32,457. The School Oundle and Laxton Junior Schools have long been associated with the very best of modern independent education, especially boarding. The Schools take seriously their responsibility to pupils so that they can emerge as decent, open-minded adults; ambitious about what they can go on to achieve and contribute. Over 1400 pupils are on roll at the School, of whom 840 are full boarders. Academic results are steadfastly excellent. A team of around 800 staff, both academic and support, ensure an education of the highest standard is in place across the Schools with the efforts of the whole team focused on this fundamental aim. Living in Oundle We are fortunate in our location at the heart of a beautiful market town. School and town are part of the same community, and our pupils take their place within this community, not isolated from it. The town has a spirited cultural life, with an annual international