At a Glance
- Tasks: Support science education by preparing equipment and resources for engaging practical lessons.
- Company: Ballakermeen High School, part of the Isle of Man Public Service.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, gym discounts, and free counselling services.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements and commitment to inclusivity and sustainability.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' learning and inspire future scientists.
- Qualifications: Passion for science and ability to work in a team.
The predicted salary is between 18900 - 23100 £ per year.
This role is a limited term appointment for 12 months.
This role is term time, which means that the gross annual salary advertised will be reduced proportionately based on the number of weeks worked during the academic year.
Term time employees are contracted to work 38 weeks per year.
Please note that the full time equivalent for this position is 37 hours, so roles advertised with contracted hours less than 37 will be classed as part time.
The gross annual salary advertised will be reduced based on the part time hours.
About the role
Could your passion for science help create the practical learning experiences that inspire future scientists?
As a Science Technician at Ballakermeen High School, you'll play a key role in bringing science to life for students.
Working as part of a dedicated and supportive team, you'll prepare equipment and resources, maintain specialist materials, and help ensure practical lessons are delivered safely and effectively.
Supporting a busy Science Faculty, you'll help set up experiments, manage laboratory resources, and provide valuable support to teaching staff.
Your work will enable engaging, hands‑on learning experiences that spark curiosity and deepen students' understanding of science.
With training and development opportunities available, this is an excellent opportunity to build your technical skills while making a meaningful difference to young people's education.
- A workplace that invests in you
- A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
- Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
- Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
- Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors.
- Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.
- Free car parking.
- Working for the Isle of Man Public Service
We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man.
We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.
We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance.
We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.
The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion.
We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.
Your candidate experience is important to us.
As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.
We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.
Things to note
An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, the cost of which will be covered by the Isle of Man Government.
The working hours for this role will be 8am – 4pm or 8.30am - 4.30pm, term time, plus one week of the school holidays.
Please note a relocation package is not available for this role.
Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified.
If you have difficulties applying online, please contact us on 01624 685000 or by email at helpmeapply@gov. im.
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