CAYMAN PREP & HIGH SCHOOL

Owned and operated by the United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands

Cayman Prep and High School is a private, co-educational Christian school with over 1,000 students ranging from Kindergarten to Year 13 and offers a British-based international curriculum leading to IGCSE / GCSE and A-level qualifications. The school is renowned for providing a stimulating learning environment in which our students become critical, creative thinkers, responsible citizens and lifelong learners. This is evident in our consistent record of outstanding academic achievements, pastoral care and wide range of extra-curricular activities.

The High School invites applications from fully qualified, enthusiastic, and experienced Caymanians, Caymanian Status holders and Permanent Residents with the Right to Work to join our high performing team in the following position:

Science Technician                                                                                                         (Job Ref#B155-24-25)

The successful candidate must have a Bachelor of Science degree and a minimum of three years’ experience as a high school science technician. The successful applicant must have experience preparing practical examinations and coursework for the IGCSE and A-level curricula, be flexible and skilled to working in a high performance science faculty.

Preference will be given to an applicant who:

• Is familiar with UK Science curricula and specifications, including CIE International GCSEs and A Level examinations.
• Possess science technician qualifications and be confident with A Level Biology and Chemistry practicals.
• Have safety certifications in chemical handling, electrical safety and first-aid.

In addition to the requirements listed for the position above, the successful candidate must be:

• Knowledgeable in taking responsibility for ordering supplies and ensuring labs are fully resourced.
• Knowledgeable in overseeing the Health & Safety of the department.
• IT literate. VLE and SIMS experience is an advantage.
• Practised in engaging with students in lessons and extracurricular activities to support learning in science.
• Willing to be involved in a wide range of school-related activities, laboratory prep and clean up.
• Committed to being fully part of a high functioning team and a positive addition to staff.
• Expected to fully adhere to and support the Christian ethos of the school.

Prior experience working and leading in a multicultural international school environment is an advantage.

Salary range for the Science Technician is CI$40,000.00 – CI$52,000.00 per annum commensurate with experience based on the school’s salary scale. Benefits include:

• Generous medical insurance
• Contribution to a pension plan
• Annual travel allowance
• Discounted school fees: first child 100% and 50% for up to 2 additional dependent children
• Generous school holidays
• Continued Professional Development Opportunities throughout the School Year

Cayman Prep and High School is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children and young people and expects the same commitment from all our employees. All successful candidates will be subject to enhanced pre-employment clearance including prohibition from teaching checks, identity checks, criminal background checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps in employment and three satisfactory employment checks.

APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE CONSIDERED IF SUBMITTED ON THE RELEVANT SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM and submitted along with a cover letter and CV. 

Applicants must apply using this link – https://wkf.ms/42M3MnD

The cover letter should be addressed to:

Mr. Karl Murphy, High School Principal

P.O. Box 10013

Grand Cayman KY1-1001

Cayman Islands

For further information about all job vacancies and how to apply please use this link – www.cayprep.edu.ky/about-cphs/vacancies/

Deadline for receipt of applications: Tuesday, February 25^th, 2025

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.