Apprentice Science Technician

COLAT is driven by an unwavering ambition to bethe best. We believe exceptional people create outstanding schools, transforming lives and shaping the future of every student. We have academies located in north, south and east London combining the heritage and tradition of the Corporation of London with a genuinely innovative, enterprising, and entrepreneurial ethos. We are also committed to providing training and development to all our staff, plus excellent career advancement opportunities within our evolving Trust. We: - believe strongly in the transformational nature of education operating schools in areas of significant disadvantage. - understand that strong outcomes lead to improved life chances for our students, so we are unapologetically results driven. - adopt a ‘warm/strict’ approach, combining high expectations with care and support meaning that we never compromise on standards or expectations - ensure that no student’s background becomes a reason for low expectations. provide an environment where students can learn without disruption - maintain exemplary standards of behaviour, with systems, rituals and norms that instil strong habits - take great pride in fostering an exceptionally positive learning environment and we work meticulously to maintain our strong ethos and culture. About the Role We are seeking to appoint an Apprentice Science Technician for a September 2026 start. If you are fascinated by Science and have good practical skills, this could be an ideal opportunity to earn, whilst developing your skills towards a career supporting Science teaching in schools. The apprenticeship will be full time, 35 hours per week, during the school terms. Four days each week will be spent on-site, with one day a study day working towards a Level 3 Laboratory Technician qualification. This is a fixed term appointment for 20 months up to May 2028 to cover the duration of the course. This busy role offers both variety and challenge. As Science Apprentice at The City Academy Hackney, you will join a large and successful Science department, based in well-equipped laboratories. You will be supported by our Senior Science Technician in preparing laboratories and materials, setting up apparatus and equipment, storing and maintaining stock, disposing of materials and ensuring that health and safety requirements are met. You will also have the chance to be hands-on in classrooms, supporting teaching staff and students during lessons. You will have a genuine enthusiasm for Science and be passionate about supporting our students’ success. You will have Maths and English GCSE at grade 4 or equivalent, with some experience of handling scientific equipment, and a basic understanding of good health and safety practices. The personal qualities needed include good time-management, effective communication skills and the ability to work flexibly as part of a team. About you You will be - fully aligned with our approach, underst