The Mount School York seeks to appoint a full-time, term time only Lab Technician to assist in the preparation and provision of Science lessons within the Senior School.
The position will include responsibility for safe preparing, maintaining, storing and handling of lab stock, and ensuring the preparation of equipment for practical science lessons. You will also be required to clean laboratory spaces and equipment (including sterilising, where appropriate), to assist with the smooth running of the Science Department.
This job description gives an overall indication of the areas of responsibility of the position but is by no means all-encompassing or fixed.
You will be supported in your professional development and career with our friendly and welcoming team and enjoy benefits including free lunchtime meals, free on-site parking, and reduced-rate access to the school’s Leisure Centre facilities.
The post holder may be required to undertake any other reasonable task requested by the Principal which falls within the capabilities of the successful applicant, are within the general responsibilities of the post and which are in accordance with the usual practice of an independent boarding and day school.
The Mount School York is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders’ Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020, and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as ‘spent’, must be declared.
Application Pack
Application Form
Reference Consent Form
Criminal Convictions Form
The Mount School, York is an equal opportunities employer.
Closing Date: 31 May 2024, 9:00am
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Starting date: September 2024