Science Technician

Ormiston Rivers Academy, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8QB

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  18 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  20 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £25,825.00 - £27,577.00 Annually (Actual) Actual starting salary based on full time equivalent (FTE) of £30,024

Science Technician job summary

We are looking for a Science Technician to join our forward thinking and supportive Science department.

The technician team supports teaching and learning of the science curriculum and as our Science Technician you would be preparing resources, constructing and modifying apparatus and carrying out appropriate safety checks. Your duties would also involve the preparation for demonstrations and student experiments, equipment maintenance, cleaning and stock taking.

Hours of work for the role will be 37 hours per week, term time plus 5 days (39 working weeks per year).

The post offers a fulfilling opportunity to work with a committed team and the young people in our welcoming academy community. The successful candidate will join a highly dedicated support team working within a thriving, growing and ambitious academy with high aspirations and standards.

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
• Being part of a team and community where you belong - receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
• A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

We believe all students can be successful, given the right support. This position offers a fulfilling opportunity to be part of a successful, friendly, and dedicated team committed to ensuring every student achieves their true potential.

About you

To succeed in this role you will have knowledge of the appropriate use of specialist equipment and the ability to communicate and demonstrate this knowledge effectively to staff and pupils. You will have a good standard of education with strong Science knowledge and excellent communication and organisational skills.

If you are dedicated, hardworking, and have the ability to support this important aspect of our operations - then we would love to receive an application from you.

If you require any further information regarding this post please contact Angela Mahoney, Finance & Business Director amahoney@ormistonriversacademy.co.uk. Visits to the academy are welcomed

Please apply by the closing date stated, we may interview and appoint earlier and therefore suggest candidates submit their application as soon as possible.

Ormiston Rivers Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.  

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974.

All the academy policies can be found here: https://ormistonriversacademy.co.uk/key-info/policies

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 Ormiston Rivers Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1077 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Ormiston Rivers Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ormiston-rivers-academy

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