Science Technician

Gillingham School, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4QP

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  December 2026

• Closing date

  16 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  2 October 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: £25,583.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE)

Science Technician job summary

The successful candidate will work as part of a small team of Technicians to support teachers in the Science department with the preparation of teaching materials and setting up demonstration experiments to enhance student learning. Prior experience in laboratory work is desirable and an interest in science and an eagerness to learn are key. Excellent planning, organisation and time management skills are required in order to carry out the key responsibilities of this role which include:

• the operation and maintenance of our well-stocked and equipped preparation rooms
• timely and effective preparation and delivery of substances, equipment and resources for Science lessons
• controlling stock and liaising with the Senior Technician regarding orders
• providing support during lessons

The successful candidate will have:

• excellent communication/interpersonal skills
• a high standard of literacy and numeracy
• the ability to work under pressure
• the ability to work on own initiative

A full induction will be provided, with training and support as necessary.

The vacancy is for 37.5 hours per week, term time only. There is some flexibility in working hours for the right candidate.

About Gillingham School

At Gillingham School, Dorset we believe every role, plays a vital part in shaping our vibrant learning community. We’re proud to offer a supportive, inclusive environment where you are encouraged to inspired to make a difference. Explore our current vacancies and find out how you can become part of our dedicated team. To see more information, please click here to see our website.

Benefits

More pay, more time, and more support. We offer the best pay in the sector, three extra INSET days for planning, guaranteed personal days, great training for your career, and more. Teach with United Learning for a more rewarding career. 

More Pay...

We pay an average of 5% above national scales - the best rates of pay in the sector 

Cash towards medical treatments

Generous staff discount schemes

More time...

Three extra INSET days for planning  

At least one personal day a year 

And more support...... 

Great training for your career  

Exceptional curriculum resources  

Expert subject advice  

Support for your wellbeing

Additional Information

We are working hard to become a more diverse organisation - which is key to our commitment to bringing out the best in everyone. We welcome applications from everyone committed to this ethos and would particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates, who are currently under-represented in the Group as a whole. We always appoint on merit. We are open to discussing flexible working options.

We reserve the right to invite strong candidates to interview in advance of the closing date, so encourage early applicants.

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 Gillingham School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: Up to 1850 pupils
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Gillingham School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/gillingham-school-gillingham

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