Science Technician

Kingdown School, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 9DR

6 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  14 September 2026

• Closing date

  20 September 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  14 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £13.92 per hour (£26,846 pro rata per annum)

Science Technician job summary

Kingdown School is looking for a skilled Science technician to provide technical support for teaching and learning in our Science classrooms, starting as soon as possible. This is a wonderful opportunity to join our dedicated team of technicians and be involved in the preparation, creation and provision of equipment and resources for lessons in Physics, Chemistry and Biology across all Key Stages (up to and including A-level).

Working Hours: Part time (25 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, includes Training Days).

Kingdown School is a co-educational, non-denominational secondary school and sixth form, educating young people between the ages of 11 and 18 years. We have a strong reputation in the local community and beyond, built on an unswerving focus on the quality of teaching and learning and great pastoral care. Ranked in the top 10 secondary schools in Wiltshire, our school is located in the charming garrison town of Warminster, with excellent links to Salisbury, Bath, Bristol and the South-West. We are an academy under Acorn Education Trust, which provides exciting opportunities to collaborate and improve local education.

The successful candidate must be able to work with a variety of staff and students, possess a can-do and flexible attitude and be very well-organised with a good practical aptitude. This is a varied and busy role with a demanding workload, which involves producing accurate work to tight deadlines, so applicants must possess excellent time management skills. Previous experience of working in an educational environment is advantageous.

We are looking for someone who:  

• Has achieved grade C, or above GCSE in Science;
• Has strong interpersonal and communication skills and is able to work with a variety of students and staff;
• Is highly organised and able to effectively prioritise a demanding workload;
• Is self-motivated, dedicated and consistent;
• Is a strong team player, good at building relationships;
• Has a confident, resilient and flexible attitude;
• Is well presented with a professional approach;
• Has a keen eye for detail and accuracy and is able to work accurately and at pace to strict deadlines;
• Can observe Health & Safety regulations fully and identify possible risks;
• Holds current First Aid, or is willing to undertake training;
• Enjoys working with young people and supporting them in lessons;
• Is physically fit - the role involves handling and moving resources.

We can offer the successful candidate: 

• An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic children and staff who are passionate about learning;
• A workplace where everyone feels valued and supported;
• Opportunities for training and progression;
• The support of Acorn Education Trust, with excellent opportunities to work with experienced colleagues;
• A supportive and clearly defined induction procedure.

For information about this role, including a full Job Description and Person Specification, please read our Applicant Information Pack. If you have any additional questions, please contact our school admin office on: 01985-215551

Closing Date: Sunday 20th September 2026 at 12pm

Interview Date: w/c Monday 21st September 2026

 

Please note: while the closing date for applications has been set, we reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate upon receipt of an exceptional application. Therefore, we would encourage prompt application for this position. 

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 Kingdown School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1347 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Kingdown School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/kingdown-school

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