Total 5 Others level Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Bournemouth, BH2 5JW

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert. This post is being advertised as a full time post, but part time hours (30 hours/week) will be considered for the right candidate. This could also be offered as a secondment opportunity subject to approval by your current line manager).

What skills and experience we're looking for

Senior Science Technician

Term Time plus 2 Weeks (41 weeks) 37 hours per week (job share considered)

Salary: £22,075– £24,510 (FTE £25,088-£27,855)

TBOWA Support Staff Salary Scale – 20-24

Are you looking for a career in a thriving, friendly and supportive environment where staff welfare is a priority? Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people in a role that actively contributes to the faculty of science education? If so, The Bishop of Winchester Academy wants you!

We are seeking a Senior Science Technician to play a key role in enhancing the quality of science education and encourage our students to realise their full potential. You will work with a highly professional team to provide efficient and effective technical support to students, using your knowledge to gain educational-based experience.

As Senior Science Technician you will be welcomed into an experienced team of professionals to:

• To liaise with science teaching staff, ensuring that they are supported in delivering high quality practical science lessons
• To be the line manager for the Science Technicians
• Support the continued development of the Science Technicians through performance management
• Prepare apparatus and equipment for practical lessons
• Ensure the maintenance and servicing of science machinery, equipment and apparatus
• Assist with creating inspiring teaching displays throughout the department
• To be responsible for the control and management of chemical stocks and equipment under the supervision of the Head of Science. This includes placing orders, receiving new stock, maintaining and updating inventories, keeping records of expenditure and undertaking routine stock checks
• To work with colleagues in the science department to create, develop and maintain health and safety records, including risk assessments, COSHH information, practical procedures and records of safety checks
• To participate in internal and external training as required

What the school offers its staff

The Bishop of Winchester Academy is a thriving Church of England school, recently recognised by Ofsted as prioritising ‘wider opportunities alongside achievement so that pupils “live life to the full.”’ (Ofsted 2023). Operating from recently refurbished facilities, our shared mission to improve the life chances of all of our students is at the very centre of our work.

We put the welfare of our staff at the heart of everything we do and can offer you:

• Generous employer pension contribution at 23% basic salary
• Career development with a bespoke CPD programme
• Excellent newly refurbished facilities with free onsite parking and good local public transport links
• Close proximity to beaches and the Jurassic Coast to assist your work life balance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme

To apply for this Senior Science Technician role, please visit the vacancies section of our website to complete an application form: https://www.tbowa.org/staff/-vacancies/support-staff. Please email completed application forms to recruitment@tbowa.org, addressing your covering letter to Mr Paul McKeown, Principal.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Experience in research is not essential as full training will be given. You will be supported by the Senior Research Nurse for the division along with a host of research professionals to work alongside. Training needs will be identified at the start of the post and as the post progresses. Initially this post is for a 12 month fixed term contract with the scope to extend. We ideally require full time working, but part time hours (ideally 30 hours/week) will be considered for the right candidate. This role requires registration with the NMC or relevant professional body Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital Interview Date: TBC

Your new employer
The Vision of Bournemouth University is to be recognised worldwide as a leading university for inspiring learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society through the fusion of education, research and practice.
The University strategy is to increase externally funded research and knowledge exchange activity and all of this activity requires contracts and legal advice to support it.
Your new role
You will act as lead legal expert in the University on research and knowledge exchange contracts, providing expert and pragmatic legal advice and guidance to senior management across the University.
This is an exciting new opportunity to work in a cross-University role to design, lead and deliver legal support for research and knowledge exchange. You will work collaboratively with the legal team and stakeholders across the University.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be a solicitor or barrister qualified to practice in England with sufficient experience in the jurisdiction to supervise others. You will have knowledge and experience of providing legal advice on contracts and related risks as well as being able to draft high quality contracts.
A detailed job description and person specification are available.
Benefits

• Salary range between £64,914 and £79,831, offer depends on experience.
• 30 days holidays+ bank holidays+ Christmas Closure period+ parental leave policy
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working pattern (minimum 2 days in the office per week)
• Entitled to membership of Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution currently 18% of your pensionable pay)

BU values and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We seek a diverse community through attracting, developing and retaining staff from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society.
What you need to do now
If working in a vibrant organisation bringing positive value to society excites you, please email your updated CV with your current salary, desired salary, notice period and post code. Job ref.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new employer
The Vision of Bournemouth University is to be recognised worldwide as a leading university for inspiring learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society through the fusion of education, research and practice.
The University strategy is to increase externally funded research and knowledge exchange activity and all of this activity requires contracts and legal advice to support it.
Your new role
You will act as lead legal expert in the University on research and knowledge exchange contracts, providing expert and pragmatic legal advice and guidance to senior management across the University.
This is an exciting new opportunity to work in a cross-University role to design, lead and deliver legal support for research and knowledge exchange. You will work collaboratively with the legal team and stakeholders across the University.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be a solicitor or barrister qualified to practice in England with sufficient experience in the jurisdiction to supervise others. You will have knowledge and experience of providing legal advice on contracts and related risks as well as being able to draft high quality contracts.
A detailed job description and person specification are available.
Benefits

• Salary range between £64,914 and £79,831, offer depends on experience.
• 30 days holidays+ bank holidays+ Christmas Closure period+ parental leave policy
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working pattern (minimum 2 days in the office per week)
• Entitled to membership of Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution currently 18% of your pensionable pay)

BU values and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We seek a diverse community through attracting, developing and retaining staff from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society.
What you need to do now
If working in a vibrant organisation bringing positive value to society excites you, please email your updated CV with your current salary, desired salary, notice period and post code. Job ref.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk