Science Technician
Catmose College, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6RP27 days remaining to apply
Start date details
April 2026
Closing date
23 February 2026 at 9am
Date listed
27 January 2026
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time, part time: 32.92 hours per week (negotiable) term-time only (37 weeks), plus 6.5 hours pa for staff training = 74.49% pro rata
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £24,648 - £26,282 pa FTE
Actual salary
- £18,360 - £19,577 pa pro rata at 74.49% FTE.
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you practical, curious, and excited by the idea of bringing science to life for young people?Join our thriving Science team and play a key role in supporting outstanding teaching across the Federation.
At Catmose College, Science is a vibrant and highly valued subject. Large numbers of students choose Triple Science at GCSE, with many progressing to A level at our partner school, Harington. We are looking for a dedicatedScience Technicianwho can help our teachers deliver exciting, high‑quality practical lessons.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
You’ll join a skilled and friendly team of technicians with backgrounds across education and industry. Whether you’re an experienced technician or someone with strong practical skills looking for a new challenge, we’ll support you with full training.
YOU WILL:
- Prepare and organise equipment for engaging practical sessions
- Work closely with teachers to support lesson delivery
- Help maintain our excellent laboratories and resources
- Contribute to enriching activities beyond the classroom - from our annual week‑long science event to trips such as Woolsthorpe Manor, robotics workshops, and the Salters Chemistry Festival
Our purpose‑built labs, outstanding facilities and well‑organised prep rooms create an inspiring environment for both staff and students. Technicians with suitable experience will also have opportunities to support A level practical work.
Catmose College and Harington School are part of the Rutland and District Schools’ Federation - both rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
JOB PURPOSE
To complement the work of a teacher, supporting the learning of students through practical work to ensure outstanding progress is made in science. Science technicians provide technical and practical support to maintain the efficient day to day running of the science team.
DUTIES
SUPPORT FOR THE TEACHER
- To work in partnership with the teacher to support students with practical work when required.
- To advise teaching staff on the safe usage of equipment and provide training in the use of new equipment where appropriate.
- To assist in the development of practical activities as appropriate under the guidance of a teacher.
- To provide basic first aid where necessary.
SUPPORT FOR THE CURRICULUM
- To prepare standard solutions, practical equipment and other appropriate resources for use in lessons by students and teaching staff.
- To assist with stock control for the faculty inc. apparatus, chemicals and stationery.
- To maintain a system of regular checking, repair and replacement of practical apparatus.
- To advise the team leader and site manager of any laboratory defects.
- To maintain a high standard of health and safety including record keeping of safety checks and the preparation of risk assessments.
- To ensure all apparatus is kept clean and in good condition.
- To prepare glassware and other items of apparatus where required.
- To contribute to the overall ethos of the Federation in order to ensure an environment which is calm, purposeful and happy.
- To participate in training and other learning activities as required.
- To supervise students on planned trips, visits and out of school activities as required.
FEDERATION
- To familiarise yourself and comply with the Federation rules, policies and procedures in force including those contained in the Staff Handbook.
- Support the vision and ethos of the Federation.
- Uphold routines for learning and uniform.
- Contribute to monitoring and evaluating the success of the Federation.
- To proactively respond to issues identified in the Transformation Plan to bring about sustained improvement.
- Contribute to the range of extra-curricular opportunities on offer to students.
- Any other reasonable duties as requested by the Executive Principal.
What the school offers its staff
STAFF BENEFITS
Working within the Federation means access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:
- Extensive CPD and professional growth opportunities
- 24/7 free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme
- Priority admission for children of staff to the College and Primary
- Excellent facilities including staff gym access
- Subsidised restaurant, refectory and orangery
- Complimentary lunch on staff training days
- Generous Government Pension Scheme
- Cycle‑to‑Work salary sacrifice scheme
- 15 weeks of school holidays
- Free on‑site parking
- A wide range of extracurricular trips and experiences
We welcome applicants seeking flexible working arrangements and are committed to being an inclusive employer.
APPLY NOW
Visit www.rutlandfederation.com or emailoffice@rutlandfederation.com
Closing date: 9am on Monday 23 February 2026.
You should write a letter of application on no more than 2 sides of A4.
- You should complete all sections of the application form.
- On the form clearly state the names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of two professional referees; it is our usual practice to ask for references before shortlisting and always to ask for references before interviews.
- It is a condition of employment that you can provide proof of identity and qualifications gained.
- Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
- Further information is within our Staff Recruitment Policy which can be found online atwww.rutlandfederation.com/policies
Please note that due to the high number of applications we receive for positions, your application isunlikely to be considered if you do not follow these requirements. CVs are not accepted.Applications should be addressed to: Stuart Williams, Principal, Catmose College, Huntsmans Drive, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6RP. Applications can also be emailed to: office@rutlandfederation.com
Further information about the job
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates looking for a variety of flexible working arrangements.
If you require further information before submitting an application, please telephone Sheryl Wilson on 01572 770066 or email office@catmosecollege.com
The Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students in our care and expects all staff to share this commitment. We provide safeguarding training to all staff on an annual basis, and all staff are responsible for ensuring safeguarding, health and safety policies are implemented in line with Federation policy and current legislation. Please familiarise yourself with our Safeguarding Policy, available online at www.rutlandfederation.com/policies.
This position advertised is a ‘regulated position’ which means it will involve regular contact with children and young people; under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 it is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. This position is also ‘exempt’ from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students in our care and expects all staff to share this commitment. We provide safeguarding training to all staff on an annual basis, and all staff are responsible for ensuring safeguarding, health and safety policies are implemented in line with Federation policy and current legislation.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Upload additional documents
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About Catmose College
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1121 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Catmose College website
- Email address
- office@rutlandfederation.com
- Phone number
- 01572770066
Catmose College is an oversubscribed secondary academy school on Huntsmans Drive in Oakham, Rutland. The majority of students are drawn from the county town of Oakham and surrounding villages, although many are attracted from a wider area including Leicestershire and Melton through parental choice.
The College is one of the highest achieving in Rutland and Leicestershire. Our Ofsted report in March 2024 rated the College ‘Outstanding’ in all categories. We offer a broad range of experiences beyond the classroom to build independence, resilience and leadership skills that are critical for success in adult life.
We believe in the traditional values of education; that students do best when they are happy, behave well and are engaged in purposeful activity. Our approach blends high expectations with innovative practice to ensure that all students are able to achieve their potential. The College is about much more than just academic success, our ethos is one that embraces the whole person, not just what they accomplish in lessons but everything else that ensures they are ready for the challenges of the adult world. For example, students partake weekly in the ever-popular Electives programme, where lessons finish early to allow time for students to participate in a vast array of over 90 activities and learning, from Caribbean Cooking to Cricket, and Pottery Throw Down to Trampolining.
Students also benefit from an extremely wide array of trips and visits; in previous years these have included a performing arts trip to Liverpool, a photography trip to Iceland, cultural visits to Italy and Spain, a German exchange, a visit to the WWI battlefields and much more.
We pride ourselves on offering a bespoke approach to students’ needs, whether they are more able or need some extra support. Music, Sport and Academic Scholarships are awarded annually to students who can demonstrate excellent ability in their chosen area. The scholarships are designed to recognise exceptional talent and to provide the facilities, resources and staffing to allow high-ability students to achieve their potential.
When making decisions at the College, our guiding principle is simple, ‘Would it be good enough for our own children?’ By ensuring that the standards of everything we do meets this benchmark, we ensure that the quality of services we offer are exceptional.
Arranging a visit to Catmose College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@rutlandfederation.com.
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