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Science Technician

Lift Bexleyheath, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7DA

This job expired on 8 September 2025

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  8 September 2025 at 10:34am

• Date listed

  18 August 2025

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Up to £25904 per annum

Science Technician job summary

Salary: NJC 10 £30,630 (actual), £25,904 (pro rata salary) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: 37.5 hours, 38 weeks

Contract: Full time, permanent

Start date: As soon as possible

Are you passionate about education and looking for a rewarding role within our Science Department?

We are looking for a Science Technician to support classroom teachers in the raising of standards and achievement of the Science department. This role will be supporting science teachers, and you will be preparing resources, equipment and assist with practical lessons and undertake cleaning to maintain high standards.

The science department has grown and is in a strong position to provide the best science education for our students. It's an exciting time to join as we expand our team, resources and student opportunities. We're a friendly and supportive team who boast a wide range of expertise and experience levels. The department aims to inspire curiosity and an enjoyment of learning by providing the knowledge and skills to question, investigate and analyse the world around us.

You're someone who'll be able to:

* Safely operate and maintain specialist equipment, showing expertise in the field
* Provide technical advice on health and safety issues to both teachers and technical support staff
* Efficiently manage science preparations, delivering a high-quality service to teaching staff
* Prepare for lessons and demonstrations by collecting and organising equipment and materials

Looking to make a difference every day?

Join our team and play a vital role in ensuring our students receive the education they deserve. You'll provide invaluable support to delivering an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.

You're someone who has:

* A-Level or GCSE Science or NVQ 2 or equivalent, or relevant experience in a science and/or technology environment
* Excellent numeracy and literacy skills, essential for effective communication and record-keeping
* The ability to work both independently and as part of a team, adapting to changing service needs

About Bexleyheath Academy

Bexleyheath Academy is proud to be a non-selective school in the grammar heartland of Kent. Bexleyheath Academy is quickly approaching capacity with students; in order to accommodate the demands of the local community and grow our skilled staff, we must expand.

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 57 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.

We 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, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

Ready to apply? Get in touch here. We can't wait to hear from you.

The role is due to commence September 2025. This is a full time, permanent position.

Closing date: 5 September 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

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 inline 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.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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

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 inline 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.

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About Lift Bexleyheath

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1487 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Lift Bexleyheath website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bexleyheath-academy

Lift Bexleyheath is part of Lift Schools, one of five schools in the London Region serving over 5000 pupils. We have a well-established reputation and are proud to be a non-selective school in the grammar heartland of Kent. We have excellent attainment and progress outcomes and will stop at nothing to ensure our students have the very best opportunities.

Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every student in the school, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed.

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