Lead Science Technician at Scottish Borders Council, RSciTech, Scottish Technicians’ Advisory Council and ASE National Technician Committee member. (Own views)
Joined January 2023
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Caroline Butler retweeted
Issue 8 of the School STEM Technician is now available on the SSERC website sserc.org.uk/publications/st… (free to members) or can be purchased through the SSERC online bookshop ssercpublications.tentary.co…
Caroline Butler retweeted
Announcing @theASE Summer Technician's Conference bursary scheme
11th July at The Bolton School, Greater Manchester
Receive funding to pay for your conference ticket. With 1 year's free membership included!
Apply before 20th June ➡️ow.ly/QsV550W3Uwl
Ts and cs apply
Caroline Butler retweeted
Last couple of places available for the technician leadership course. Closing date is Friday 6th. See link for more information and to book a place.
sserc.org.uk/professional-le…
A great day of professional learning @theASE Scotland conference!
An extremely relevant Keynote from Ian Menzies on the CIC cycle followed by some great sessions, including one presented by Ghislaine Duncan and myself around the SSERC Local Authority Equipment.
Caroline Butler retweeted
🎟️ Book Your Tickets for ASE Scotland Conference 2025! 🎟️
🔎 Why attend?
✅ Inspirational speakers
✅ A packed programme
✅ Network and share ideas
Don’t miss out—head to our website now to view the full programme! 🎫 ow.ly/fwOC50VnujO
Caroline Butler retweeted
And in some councils - due to reduction in school technician numbers - teachers are being asked to cover aspects of this role. Beg the question - will they do it - and if not - whats the impact on practical work in schools and also health and safety linked to STEM practicals
Caroline Butler retweeted
We are recruiting for our two Leadership Courses:
Leadership in STEM Education (Primary and Secondary)
Leadership in Technical Support (Technicians)
sserc.org.uk/professional-le…
The application window closes soon.
Caroline Butler retweeted
We are delighted to announce that Neill Sproull, Service Manager—Technician Support Service, Glasgow City Council, has been awarded the 2025 SSERC Honorary Fellowship. For more information visit: sserc.org.uk/news/2025-sserc…
Caroline Butler retweeted
📢Inviting #technicians and #teachers to take part in our survey and help us understand the rewards & challenges of science teaching & provide robust evidence about education in 2025🧑🏫
Take the 2025 Science Teaching Survey 🔗ow.ly/hfhR50V5V16
Caroline Butler retweeted
📣Calling all current S5 pupils who are interested in careers in biological, biomedical or animal sciences.
Applications are now open for Science Insights 2025.
More info: edin.ac/4ieftb9
To join info session: ed-ac-uk.zoom.us/j/811392204…
Passcode: 7N2XVmrE
Caroline Butler retweeted
Issue 7 of the School STEM Technician has now been published. If you are a member of SSERC, you can access it for free via this link buff.ly/3PwoAYl
If you are not a member, do not worry, as you can purchase via the SSERC online bookshop at buff.ly/4euS3Nt
Caroline Butler retweeted
SSERC Professional Learning courses that are regarded as 'mandatory' health and safety are all SCQF Credit and Levelled - providing Scottish, UK and International recognition via @scqfpartnership. This also recognises that we value the PL welfare of technicians.
Caroline Butler retweeted
Discover what it means to be professionally registered as a technician at our online introduction session. Learn about the applying, and understand how to maintain your registration. Join us to elevate your career and gain recognition in your field.
ow.ly/KZ5I50UiREG
Caroline Butler retweeted
Delayed SQA Examiners reports for #Physics have now been released. This section needs to be read by those at @ScotGov @ScotGovEdu and @COSLA who are in control of budgets and staffing to ensure that there is adequate apparatus and technician support to enable what is expected.
Caroline Butler retweeted
We are recruiting Support Service (Science) Technician staff to provide specialist support for practical Science within Glasgow Schools and to also support technical and digital learning. Full details available on My Job Scotland - tinyurl.com/y393jcs9
Caroline Butler retweeted
⚠️All S2 girls in Scotland now have 2 weeks left to apply for our 2025 Young WEIR WISE programme⚠️
Join us in January for our fully-funded programme to learn more about engineering study and careers
Apply before the deadline on 27 October tinyurl.com/yp4wc3hf
Caroline Butler retweeted
SSERC will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2025. From September 1st to 5th, we will hold a week of special events. More information will follow at buff.ly/486gC0G Today, we are launching our 60th anniversary competition. Please pass around your networks.
Caroline Butler retweeted
Join our Technician Network!
Technicians play a crucial role in the success of any science department.
Often the unsung heroes, it's time to connect and elevate your impact. Find out more and book your spot today! ow.ly/JcKM50T34VB
