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Lead Science Technician
Lift Greensward, Hockley, Essex, SS5 5HG14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
21 September 2026 at 3:34pm
Date listed
7 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £25127.94 - £26370.81 per annum
Lead Science Technician job summary
£25,127.94 - £26,370.81
Permanent, Full Time
September 2026 Start
37 hours per week, 40 Weeks per year
Are you someone who enjoys working with young people and making a real difference to their learning in Science? Lift Schools is looking for a Lead Science Technician to join our team and help bring practical lessons to life.
At Lift Schools, we believe every child deserves an excellent education, in every classroom, every day. We value all cultures, backgrounds and experiences, and we truly believe that diversity makes us stronger. Our team works together to create a safe, supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their passion and creativity to work. Would you like to be part of a team that puts students and learning at the heart of everything we do?
About the role
This is a great chance to support our Science teaching staff and students in practical lessons. You will help prepare materials, look after equipment and make sure our labs are safe and ready for learning. Your work will help improve attainment in Science and create a positive learning experience for every student.
Key responsibilities
* Help teachers prepare practical lessons and set up equipment safely
* Guide students on how to use materials and equipment safely
* Keep track of resources and order supplies when needed
* Carry out basic repairs and maintenance on equipment
* Support health and safety standards and conduct risk assessments
* Help with projects, events and displays that celebrate student achievements
We are looking for someone who
You will have GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4 or equivalent) and A level or BTEC qualifications in a Science subject. You will have experience using and maintaining equipment, and you will be comfortable working with IT and specialist tools.
Can you work well as part of a team and stay calm when plans change? We are looking for someone who is patient, flexible and committed to keeping students and colleagues safe. Do you enjoy helping others learn and want to grow your own skills too?
About Lift Greensward
Rated as "Good" by Ofsted in November 2023's extremely positive report and boasting a large and vibrant sixth form which has been ranked amongst the very best in the country for almost a decade, we are a school that places the student at the centre of everything we do.
What we offer
* A supportive team that values your ideas and skills
* Chances to take part in workplace learning and development
* A workplace culture built on trust, respect and working together
* The opportunity to contribute to student success every day
* A role where you can see the impact of your work on young people
Who is Lift Schools?
We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission: to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 62 schools.
As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.
Lift Schools offer you:
* Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
* Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
* Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
At Lift Schools, we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. We're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we want you to bring your whole self to work. Does this sound like the right environment for you?
Do you have the right to work in the UK? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Lift Greensward
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1605 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Lift Greensward website
Lift Greensward is a co-educational 11-19 comprehensive in the Lift Schools trust. Our approach is based on delivering excellence in teaching and learning. We will encourage creative, responsive and effective approaches to learning and teaching for all students. This will ensure a continuous and consistent focus on student achievement and development in all areas. We will drive innovation in education ensuring Lift Greensward is able to respond to a changing world and that the skills, learning and aspirations of our students are developed and enhanced through creative personalised learning and excellence in teaching.
Lift Greensward aims to provide the opportunity for all young learners to fulfil their real potential, broaden their horizons and become active, prosperous and successful citizens in the world around them. We believe that all young people deserve to become world class learners - to learn, enjoy, succeed and thrive in a first rate educational environment, with the best facilities, the best teaching and the most up to date resources available to them.
The school is committed to doing everything it can to ensure that young people are able to, in the future, compete on the world stage with the skills, confidence and flair to generate new ideas, new initiatives and thereby make a full contribution to tomorrow's world.
Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.
Our mission:
We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.
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