Lead Science Technician

King's Lynn Academy, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 4QG

27 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  29 November 2026 at 12am (midnight)

• Date listed

  2 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £32,578 - £34,811 FTE

Lead Science Technician job summary

Part of the Eastern MAT

 

Tel: 01533 774671

Email:  peopleadvisoryservices@eastern-mat.co.uk

Website:  https://www.kingslynnacademy.co.uk

 

• Salary – Scale G, £32,578 to £34,811 FTE
• Permanent
• Full Time
• 37 hours per week
• Term Time plus 1 week

Our Story

At Eastern Multi-Academy Trust (EMAT), we believe that every child deserves an excellent education – and that starts with exceptional staff.

King’s Lynn Academy is one of the fastest improving schools in the region, driven by a passionate and committed team dedicated to delivering excellence in education. Since 2017, we’ve transformed our standards, built a strong culture of ambition and inclusion, and developed innovative support systems that have significantly reduced exclusions and boosted pupil outcomes. Our staff work collaboratively to ensure every student receives high-quality teaching, care, and guidance, supported by a proactive pastoral team and a rich, inclusive curriculum. If you’re looking to join a dynamic, forward-thinking school where your contribution will make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. 

Why Join Us?

At EMAT, you’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking Trust that invests in its people and we offer all employees:

• A leadership team who listen and act on feedback.
• High-quality CPD and clear career development pathways.
• A highly trained team to support learning.
• Wellbeing support, including access to employee assistance programmes.
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working opportunities.
• Being part of a Trust that values inclusion, diversity, and collaboration.
• Peace of mind with some of the most generous pension schemes in the job market.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised Lead Science Technician to join our supportive and dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in inspiring the next generation of scientists by leading the provision of technical support across the Science Department and ensuring our laboratories are well-prepared, safe and fully equipped for engaging practical lessons.

Working closely with teaching staff, you will provide technical oversight and leadership for practical activities, while managing resources, procurement and technical systems that support outstanding teaching and learning. You will help create an exceptional learning environment where pupils can explore, discover and thrive. 

About You

• English and Maths qualifications to Level 2 (GCSE A-C), or equivalent.
• NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification in relevant scientific or technical discipline. 
• Significant experience of working as a Science Technician.
• Experience supervising, coordinating or leading the work of others.
• Sound knowledge of Health and Safety and laboratory management including the safe handling of chemicals and biological materials.
• CLEAPSS accredited training and/or IOSH qualification are desirable.
• A commitment to safeguarding and supporting the wellbeing of pupils.

Equal Opportunities

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, committed to equity, representation and belonging. We value the diversity of our workforce and believe that different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives strengthen our schools and enrich our communities.

We actively welcome applications from suitably qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented groups, and from candidates who are neurodiverse. If you require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know, we are committed to making reasonable adjustments so that everyone can perform at their best.

We also welcome applications for part-time, flexible and job-share working, where this can be accommodated within the role.

How to apply

Please review the full job description and person specification and complete the application to show how you meet the essential requirements. We’d also like to hear about your relevant experience, what you can bring to the role, and your aspirations for the future.

For this vacancy, if you click on the ‘Apply for Job’ you will be redirected to our website for the job description/person specification and to apply via our online application form.

Closing date:   29 November 2026

Interview date:   TBA

Eastern Multi-Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check (with Children’s Barred List where applicable), satisfactory references and medical clearance.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About King's Lynn Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 972 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: King's Lynn Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/king-s-lynn-academy

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