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Technician Awards

Technician Awards are for secondary school science technicians.

Awards Programme

The Technician Awards aim to support individuals or teams who have a large impact on their students and schools, supporting learners to achieve their very best and promoting excellence.

 

Candidates are expected to:
  • be currently working as science technicians in schools and colleges catering for students up to the age of 18 across the UK
  • demonstrate examples of going above and beyond for their students
  • recognise ways to improve their department for the benefit of their students
  • understand the challenges and opportunities facing their sector and a vision of how they can contribute.
Award winners are presented with £500 for individuals and £500 for investment in CPD for technicians.

Award winners are presented with £500 for individuals and £500 for investment in CPD for technicians.

Selection Process – currently closed for applications

Nomination Form

The Head of Science or Member of the Senior Leadership Team may nominate one candidate or team from their school.

Candidates should complete the nomination form which must be supported by a confidential reference, which pays special attention to the criteria listed above.  Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.

 

Interviews

Interviews will be conducted by a panel of senior educators and technicians who will consider the following criteria:

  • evidence of commitment to their department and students
  • understanding of challenges and opportunities facing their sector and a vision of how they can contribute
  • ability to communicate their interest and enthusiasm to a wider audience
  • willingness and ability to take part in the Institute’s activities.

Have you won a Salters’ Technician Award?

We’d love to hear from you. Get in touch with our Awards and Alumni Programme Manager at [email protected] and learn more about the opportunities available to you.

Our Alumni Programme

If you have any enquiries about our Technician Awards, please email [email protected]

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