PolyMAT is a small and ambitious MAT with a unique family feel. Our vision is ‘Success for Everyone’ which places inclusion and well-being at its heart. We currently have two schools in our Trust: Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys, a long-successful boys’ school, and Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls that opened in 2019 and will comprise Years 7 – 11 from September 2023. We also have our flourishing Sixth Form provision which is co-educational. Our Trust and our schools pride themselves on a culture of high standards delivered through our Values of Care and Unity. We provide a rewarding environment where students and staff feel valued and supported and everyone feels part of the larger family as our schools and departments work very closely together and are located next to each other.
Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys are seeking to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic Technician to join the Science Department. The post holder will play a vital role in the high quality of science teaching in the school and will contribute to the success of the department. You will be required to look after laboratory equipment, set up lessons and support students one to one in their overall achievement in Science and will work closely with the Head of Department and teachers.
The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about practical work and highly skilled in their understanding of health and safety, chemicals, equipment and processes.
Experience of working in a school environment would be beneficial as responsibilities will include preparation and support of practical lessons for Key Stage 3, 4 and 5.
We are looking for a candidate who has:
As a member of Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys staff, we can offer you:
PolyMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all trustees, staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Criminal Record Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, along with other relevant employment checks, including overseas criminal background checks, where applicable. All new trustees, employees and volunteers will be required to undertake safeguarding training on induction, which will be regularly updated in line with statutory guidance.
An online search will be completed against you, for information that is publicly available online. This will include social media accounts you may hold. This will only be carried out on shortlisted candidates and usually before interview.
The school is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Suitable candidates will be interviewed promptly upon receipt of application. The closing date will be brought forward in the event that the post is filled.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 29 January.
Interviews will be scheduled to take place shortly after.