Total 79 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Guildford, Surrey, GU1 1TT

Are you in search of a rewarding role supporting both teachers and students? We are looking to recruit an outstanding Senior Science Technician who is able to ensure the efficient running of our science laboratories.
Your Opportunity
Merstham Park School is looking to appoint a conscientious and dedicated Senior Science Technician to provide technical and learning support to teaching staff and to our students. This role will be well suited for candidates who are looking to work with students to advise and guide them safely so that their learning in Science is safe and enjoyable. This is the perfect opportunity if you're an aspiring Science Teacher looking to gain experience before enrolling on to teacher training.
We are interested in hearing from all candidates, no matter what point in your career you are currently at, and welcome flexible working arrangements.
About Merstham Park School
At Merstham Park, our ethos is simple - igniting a passion for learning. We are proud to be a values driven school which encourages its staff and students to embrace these values in all that they do. This approach provides everyone with the opportunity to exceed beyond their potential.
As a growing school we are excited about our brand-new state of the art facilities that benefits both our staff and the community. Our new build is tailored to enable our staff and students to develop unique skill sets in a truly first-class educational setting through the creation of inviting and interactive learning environments.
As the school grows the career progression for our staff is endless. We will be looking to enhance the opportunities for all staff to grow in their roles and take on additional responsibilities.
Our team of passionate staff are committed to providing children with the very best educational experience. We recognise the importance of academic success whilst embracing our wider role in preparing students for their adult life beyond the formal examined curriculum.
To review the Job Description and Personal Specification for this role please download the attached Recruitment Pack.
Why work at Merstham Park School
The welfare of our staff is of the utmost importance. The list below details some examples of how we support the wellbeing of all of our colleagues. To see our full offer, please refer to the attached recruitment pack.
Comprehensive CPD: we invest in your professional learning
Regular career development opportunities, both pastorally and academically, in a growing forward-thinking school
An appraisal system focused on professional learning and developing high quality teaching and support; all within an embedded culture of collaboration and sharing best practice
A comprehensive development programme for all staff
A culture of coaching - staff collaborate, support and develop one another
A school that values everyone and firmly believes that a culture of positive relationships should be the bedrock of an organisation; we want you to love teaching and our students to love learningWhat we are looking for
We are looking for applicants that meet the following criteria:
Ability to plan and prioritise a range of regular and irregular tasks within specific deadlinesAbility to work on own initiative as well as part of a teamGood oral and written communication skillsAbility to follow strict Health and Safety RegulationsGood knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft Office programs - Excel, Word, Outlook (training can be provided)Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 42 academies or in our central team.
Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible educationOur Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
Access to our highly competitive pension scheme
Flexible working options
Generous holiday allowance
Work life and family friendly policies
Employee wellbeing initiatives
Career pathways and talent management
Access to a staff benefits portal
Community and collaboration working model
The Details:
Closing date: Friday 8 December, 9am
Interview date: TBA
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Permanent/Term-Time only
Working hours: 36 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Part time: Applications will be considered where the needs of the school can be met.
Pay Scale: Associate Specialist - £24,982 FTE (salary pro-rata to hours worked)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Practitioner to assist in delivering excellent learning and teaching within Science at de Stafford School.
Your Opportunity
We are seeking to appoint an innovative, dynamic, and passionate aspiring or accredited Lead Practitioner to work in our school. The Lead Practitioner will work in partnership with the Leader of Science as well as senior leaders to provide professional guidance and support in teaching across the curriculum and have the passion and knowledge to drive standards forward in a key core subject area. They will have classroom responsibilities as well as leadership time to ensure their strategies can be embedded across the school.
The Lead Practitioner will model and help to deliver professional development to promote successful teaching and learning strategies for all teachers and associate staff. They will lead by example in the classroom, providing support for colleagues with guidance from the Teaching and Learning Team. This is an exciting role that focuses on the practical application of research and best practice in the classroom. We are looking for a talented individual who can contribute to establishing excellent teaching and learning across the school.
What we are looking for
The ideal candidate will:
• have recent and consistently excellent teaching experience,
• have proven experience of high standards of secondary classroom practice,
• show evidence of a commitment to excellence and the maximising of academic and personal achievement for all children,
• be committed to their own development as well as that of colleagues.
Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information before applying.
de Stafford School
de Stafford is an 11-16 comprehensive school located in Caterham, Surrey which joined GLF Schools MAT in December 2016. The school has a PAN of 180 students per year group. The school serves predominantly the local Caterham community with the majority of students residing within the CR3 catchment area.
Our Core Values:
• Grow
• Learn
• Believe
• Achieve
Why work at de Stafford School:
• An exciting opportunity to develop a curriculum to meet the needs of the local community
• A supportive senior management team and wider staff body within GLF Schools
• Excellent CPD opportunities through our tailored CPD programme
• An opportunity to work collaboratively with leaders across the wider GLF MAT
• Recognition of previous school continuous service
• A successful ECT support programme
• Onsite parking
• Access to CareFirst, an advice and information service
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 42 academies or in our central team.
• Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
• Access to our highly competitive Pension Scheme• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model
Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.
The Details:
Start Date: Easter or September 2024Pay Scale: GLF Leading Practitioners Outer London Fringe
Pay Range: £48,723 - £56,401

Chemistry Technician
Start date: 8th January 2024, permanent and full time
36 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Salary: dependant on experience, £23,000-£26,000 (actual)
LGPS pension scheme available, onsite nursery, onsite parking, cycle to work scheme, and staff wellbeing
The Science Department is seeking to appoint a Chemistry Technician to join our team of three, who support the delivery of effective teaching and learning within the Science department. The role requires you to set up and maintain equipment for practical lessons, and to organise resources and materials for lessons across the age range including GCSE and A level classes. Your primary focus will be to support the Chemistry department with support of all sciences.
You should have previous experience in a laboratory environment with the technical ability to be able to effectively support the Department’s needs. It is essential that you have an understanding of practical chemistry with the knowledge and skills to prepare solutions, together with a basic understanding of health and safety in a laboratory environment. The successful candidate will be expected to work Monday – Friday, 36 hours per week, term time plus 2 weeks in the holidays.
Applicants will need to have a good level of general educational qualifications. Experience of a school environment, as well as general IT knowledge and familiarity with iPads is beneficial, but not essential. Induction, support and on-going training will be provided to ensure your success at our school. Closing Date: 5pm Friday 1st December 2023 Interviews to be held: w/c 4th December 2023

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an inspirational practitioner to join Broadwater School and further contribute to the life chances of young people in the school and across our Trust.
Our standards are exceptionally high, classrooms are disruption free, pupils are hardworking, polite, and genuinely want to make a difference for themselves and those around them. Our latest Progress 8 score of +0.72 places us in the top 7% of schools nationally and the number one 11-16 school in Surrey. We are committed to reaching our target of +1 progress 8 in the next couple of years. The new Lead Practitioner Science will be integral to this success.