Thank you for considering Bedford Girls’ School for your next career move.
At Bedford Girls’ School we are a team. We all play an intrinsic part in ensuring we are able to offer our students an outstanding education. We are a diverse and supportive community who continually work together putting the students in our care are at the heart of every decision we make and every action we take. From catering, facilities management, finance, marketing, administration to sports coaching we offer a plethora of exciting and rewarding opportunities. If you are looking for a new challenge in a forward-looking environment we would love to hear from you.
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Required on an As Advised Basis
£11 to £12 per hour
Bedford Girls’ School are seeking to appoint several School Mini Bus Drivers who will be responsible for taking and picking up both staff and students from various destinations throughout the UK. This will be both during and outside of school term time.
It is essential that you hold a relevant driving license (D1 or D1 (101)). Successfully appointed candidates will be required to successfully complete a driving assessment prior to commencing employment.
Flexibility in the hours to be worked will be required for this role, as the duties are to be carried out during the following hours; before school (6.30am to 8.30am), after school (4-7pm) and weekends (mainly Saturdays – half days).
Please click on the following links to download the application form and information pack, which includes the job description and person specification.
The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Science Technician with Chemistry Specialism
Start date: ASAP
Part time - Term Time only 15 hours per week.
£24,825.06 Full time equivalent. (Actual Salary £7,761.06)
About Bedford Girls’ School
At Bedford Girls’ School, we believe in empowering our students to become confident, compassionate, and accomplished individuals who aspire to change the world around them. We achieve outstanding academic excellence and are dedicated to offering a truly holistic education.
About the Role
The ideal applicant for this role will have a specialist in Chemistry, previous experience of working in a school science laboratory and possess excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. The role will include assisting in the science lab, undertaking risk assessments, preparing for lessons and experiments and ensuring that all apparatus and chemicals are correctly handled and maintained.
Why Join Us?
You will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, dedicated to ensuring every student thrives. Your role will be central to our school's holistic approach to education, promoting both academic success and personal wellbeing.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
- Ability to work closely with other employees to support the needs of the Science Department.
- A proactive and flexible approach to your role, ready to assist in all aspects of maintaining the preparations required from a Science Technician.
Closing date: 25th October at 10am
Interview Date: 7th November 2024
Applicants are encouraged to apply early as immediate interviews are available for exceptional candidates. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive sufficient application
Any internal candidates must apply through Employee Self Service.
At Bedford Girls’ School, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We believe that a diverse team enriches our school community and helps us better meet the needs of our students.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
