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The School was founded to offer a progressive education in the heart of London. The School’s focus on providing an all-round education means that high standards are expected of the boys in all areas of school life. The School provides the boys with a broad educational experience, which includes Philosophy and Thinking Skills in the curriculum, to ensure that they are able to think critically and to problem solve but also to ensure they can be creative and collaborative in their approach, so that they develop a sense of social responsibility and respect for others. Our skilled staff, who have a wealth of experience, are preparing to send our pupils to leading universities in the UK, the US and elsewhere.
At Wetherby Senior School we seek to employ highly professional teachers with the ability and commitment to enhance the life of the School and to work effectively and collaboratively with all members of the School community to further establish and develop the School. Our emphasis on educating the whole boy means that all members of staff are expected to contribute to the pastoral care of a group of students as a Form Tutor as well as contributing to the School’s co-curricular activities.
Wetherby Senior School is now looking to recruit a Science Technician on a Maternity Cover contract!
- Trial experiments in advance, in consultation with heads of department.
- Assist with experiments in the lesson as directed by the science teaching staff.
- Audit science equipment and manage ordering of equipment as required by department.
- Assist with general laboratory clear up.
- Provide clerical/administrative support throughout the department, e.g. photocopying, typing, filing, etc.
- In consultation with the Head of Science, type up risk assessments based on notes from teachers, and maintain the online risk assessment database.
- Giving technical advice to teachers, technicians and students.
- Establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of, and responding appropriately to, individual needs.
- Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
- Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
- Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.
- Accompany teaching staff and pupils on day trips and out of school activities as required.
- Set high standards in terms of dress, language and behaviour.
- Abide by the objectives and targets of the school, and follow the procedures and practices utilised in all aspects of the work, including computerised and manual systems and the maintenance of relevant records.
- Fulfil personal requirements where appropriate with regard to school policies and procedures, particularly safeguarding, health and safety, equal opportunities, customer care and promotion of the school’s core values.
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Good personal presentation and organisation
- Reliable, honest, flexible and trustworthy
- Able to work in a busy environment with adults and children alike
- Friendly, enthusiastic and approachable
- Responsible and able to prioritise work-load
- A willingness to be flexible and manage change
- Experience of working as part of a team and able to manage workload independently
- ‘Can-do’ attitude/willing to help out
- A willingness to participate in school events
- A commitment to and evidence of achieving high standards.
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
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