Science Technician

Colyton Grammar School, Colyton, Devon, EX24 6HN

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  16 May 2025

• Closing date

  1 June 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  16 May 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Pro-rated £24,087 to £25,765

Science Technician job summary

Exciting Opportunity: Science Technician at a Leading Grammar School

Are you passionate about supporting the next generation of scientists? We are looking for a motivated, organised, and proactive Science Technician to join our outstanding grammar school. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dedicated team, working in a vibrant environment where you'll play a key role in ensuring that our science curriculum runs smoothly and safely.

As a Science Technician, you'll be working closely with the Senior Technician and our talented teaching staff to support science lessons. Your contributions will be vital in maintaining the high standards of our science department and ensuring that both students and staff have everything they need for a successful learning experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation, setup, and clearing of science practicals and demonstrations.
• Ensure the smooth running of extra-curricular science activities and experiments.
• Support the team by maintaining and cleaning scientific equipment, ensuring it's ready for use.
• Perform routine health and safety checks to ensure compliance with school regulations.
• Conduct maintenance and inspection of science equipment to keep everything in top condition.
• Keep detailed and accurate records of inventory, equipment, and other necessary documentation.
• Assist with stocktaking in coordination with the Senior Technician to ensure the lab is well-supplied.
• Collaborate with other members of the science support team to create an efficient working environment.
• Participate in school-wide and department meetings as necessary to stay connected and informed.

What We’re Looking For:

We are seeking a team player with a genuine enthusiasm for science and a commitment to high standards. You should have a strong understanding of health and safety regulations in a school setting and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you are proactive, organised, and eager to make a positive impact in a dynamic, supportive school community, we’d love to hear from you.

In addition to a rewarding and dynamic work environment, we offer an attractive benefits package, including:

• A competitive pension plan.
• Free flu vaccinations.
• Free on-site parking.
• Access to the Blue Light Card, unlocking hundreds of discounts nationwide for just £5.

Supporting Documentation:

The accompanying job description provides a comprehensive and accurate overview of the role and responsibilities, helping you understand the expectations and the scope of your duties as an Science Technician at Colyton Grammar School.

Please note: We reserve the right to interview candidates during the application window and may close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

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 are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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About Colyton Grammar School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1061 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Colyton Grammar School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/colyton-grammar-school

Colyton Grammar School is a state-funded academy with a selective intake, situated in East Devon.

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