Science Technician

Senior School Voorschoten (SSV) is looking for a Science Technician in a full-time or part-time capacity to support the delivery of our science curriculum. Specialist skills in the areas of Chemistry or Physics are particularly welcome.

Our learners study a combined science course in Years 7 and 8 before moving on to being taught Biology Chemistry and Physics in Year 9 by subject specialists in preparation for GCSEs and beyond. Year 12 and 13 study either the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or UK A level courses in Science disciplines. We have a team of 5 technicians. The Technician team supports the teaching staff in the delivery of the schools science curriculum.

The British School in the Netherlands (BSN) is organised into four separate campuses. Senior School Voorschoten is a modern well-equipped campus that serves both international students and local students from the surrounding area. The campus is located in Voorschoten with excellent public transport motorway and cycling connections.

This is an exciting time to join one of the oldest British international schools in Europe as we continue to strengthen our reputation both locally and globally. Our student body is highly motivated to succeed our families are incredibly supportive and our colleagues are welcoming innovative and of the highest calibre.

• Prepare for lessons contribute to trials contribute to technical demonstrations and practical experiments;

• Ensure the safe treatment and disposal of used materials including hazardous substances and respond to actual and potential hazards liaising with Concierges and School Health Officers when relevant;

• Ensure that the appropriate levels of stock are ordered and maintained and take care of the healthy and safe storage and accessibility of equipment and materials;

• Ensure that both routine and non-routine checking cleaning maintenance calibration testing and repairing of equipment are carried out to the required standard;

• Contribute to the design development and maintenance of specialist resources and/or long-term projects including constructing and modifying apparatus;

• Keep up to date with current procedures practices and health and safety requirements through continuing professional development.

• Good standard of education experience of working in a laboratory environment and an understanding of Health & Safety within this setting;

• Excellent English both written and spoken;

• Knowledge of the Dutch language will be considered an advantage as will a science qualification and experience of working in a secondary school environment;

• Ability to work well within a team of science technicians as well as independently without supervision;

• Have a strong initiative and problem-solving skills.

The salary range for this position is 289449- 345173 gross EUR monthly (full-time) depending on experience. All figures shown are including the 9% holiday allowance.