£26,944 - £29,746 per annum (actual salary £22,606 - £24,730 per annum)

Full Time, Permanent

As soon as possible

17 November 2024

Science Technician - Biology
Start date: As soon as possible
Salary: £26,944 - £29,746 per annum (actual salary £22,606 - £24,730 per annum)


Leyton Sixth Form College offers a wide range of A level and vocational courses to approximately 2,300 full-time 16-19 year old students. We strive to provide high quality education and support to our students in fulfilling their academic potential and becoming thinking, questioning and caring members of society. We are an ambitious, diverse and inclusive College and we are proud of the success and achievements of our students and staff and the contribution that we make to our community.


At the heart of our culture and ethos is our commitment to being a responsive, innovative and forward-thinking College and a thriving learning community. In order to realise this commitment in our day-to-day work, we have developed a framework of Compassionate Education, a concept which embraces high expectations and inclusive practice, seeks to apply the principles of equity, diversity and belonging in all we do, promotes the importance of positive mental health and wellbeing for all and advances our ambition to be an anti-racist organisation.


We are currently seeking an exceptional Science Technician for our Biology department. You will make a significant contribution to our highly successful Science programme area.


In return we offer a wide range of staff benefits and the opportunity to work within a thriving learning community. Leyton Sixth Form College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversifying the background of its workforce and welcomes applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, religion, belief or disability.


For further information about the role and how to apply, please download the job description and person specification and follow the link below to our online application process via FE Jobs.


Please note that CVs will not be accepted for this role.



Closing date for applications: Sunday 17th November 2024
Interview date: Tuesday 26th November 2024


Leyton Sixth Form College has a strong commitment to safeguarding students and safer recruitment. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS clearance.

Principal
Gill Burbridge


Leyton Sixth Form College offers a wide range of A level and vocational courses to approximately 2,300 full-time 16-19 year old students. We strive to provide high quality education and support to our students in fulfilling their academic potential and becoming thinking, questioning and caring members of society. We are a diverse and vibrant college and are both proud of and celebrate the year on year success and achievements of our students and staff.
Values and vision
Leyton Sixth Form College is heavily committed to providing extra-curricular activities for its students. In particular, the college is known for its outstanding sports and drama facilities. The college maintains a number of formal partnerships with London universities, and has rigorous academic standards to best prepare students for life at university, should they choose to go. As part of this commitment, Leyton Sixth Form College also provides an annual higher education fair.
Ofsted report
“Teaching, learning and assessment are good and underpinned by very well-considered staff development, and an innovative and successful approach to observing lessons … Most learners participate in the many opportunities available to develop their personal and social skills, including volunteering, Duke of Edinburgh awards and the accreditation of their achievements through a university awards scheme."