Job Description
Role: Science Technician
Academy: Outwood Academy Riverside
Start Date: ASAP
Salary (Actual Salary): £11,869 to £12,058
Working Pattern: 20 Hours Per Week,Monday to Friday, Term Time + 5 days (pro-rated) (Temporary to 31 August 2026)
About The Academy
Outwood Academy Riverside, founded in September 2020 through the Free Schools Programme, implements the Riverside values program for all students at the start of every academic year.
The academy is dedicated to the wide variety of students who enrol, ensuring strong routines and top-notch pastoral care for all pupils.
Located at Russell Street, Middlesbrough, Outwood Academy Riverside is set to have a new school built on Pioneering Way close to Middlesbrough College. Additionally, a satellite site in Eston has opened in September 2024 as the school continues to grow.
As a Science Technician you will provide technical support to the Science Department as directed by the Teacher. Duties will include preparing materials and resources for lessons, setting up equipment for practical sessions and assisting teaching staff with practical and examination work.
There will be an expectation to ensure the safety of equipment, laboratories and preparation areas, including the testing of apparatus, daily visual checks on supplies and safely storing hazardous materials/apparatus.
Applicants must hold relevant Health and Safety Qualifications including COSHH/CLEAPSS and must be willing to obtain and/or enhance qualifications within the role.
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About Us
For additional information:
For further details on this role, or to arrange a visit/phone call with the academy, please contact George Edwards on: g.edwards@outwood.com
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What will we do for you?
The Academy benefits from being part of the Outwood Family of Schools and you will be joining a highly innovative, inspirational and ambitious organisation. The Trust guarantees every member of staff CPD and development opportunities.
- A competitive salary with pay progression
- A fantastic pension and additional benefits
- Flexible family friendly policies from day one
- Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programme
- Our Workload Charter with guaranteed CPD every week and much more (for teaching roles)
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Safeguarding notice
Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.”