Senior Science Technician

Vandyke Upper School, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3DY

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  21 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  7 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £12,230.00 - £12,826.00 Annually (Actual) NJC Level 3C (points 6-9), from £12,230 to £12,826 per annum for 20 hours per week during term-time, plus 20 hours per year to be worked outside term-time (based on full-time salary of £25,989 to £27,254, pay award pending) Working pattern to be discussed at interview, must include Thursdays and Fridays

Senior Science Technician job summary

Senior science technician

REQUIRED ASAP

NJC Level 3C (points 6-9), from £12,230 to £12,826 per annum for 20 hours per week during term-time, plus 20 hours per year to be worked outside term-time (based on full-time salary of £25,989 to £27,254, pay award pending)

Working pattern to be discussed at interview, must include Thursdays and Fridays

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An exciting opportunity to be part of a strong team in a growing and thriving Academy with a clear vision and ambition for our students.

We are looking to appoint an additional Senior Science Technician to work alongside the current post-holder to lead and manage our small team of technicians to coordinate the use and development of practical resources and facilities within the science department including the provision of guidance and support in meeting the practical requirements of the science curriculum and liaising with all areas of the school and outside organisations. We welcome applicants with relevant experience and knowledge together with an understanding of relevant health & safety involved.

The successful candidate will be flexible, show initiative and be willing to learn any new skills required to support the ever-changing needs of a modern, rigorous and challenging Science curriculum. You will be joining a highly successful team that provides a great deal of support, including training and career development opportunities.

We have brand new generously sized science laboratories, all equipped with projectors and white boards. Our science centre has a large prep room on the top floor with a subsidy prep room on a lower floor serviced by a lift. Staff use a wonderful, shared, workspace that encourages our team ethos of shared planning and mutual support.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. References and an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Please visit our website at www.vandyke.beds.sch.uk for further information and an application form, or contact Mrs Jo Sessions, PA to Headteacher on 01525 636700 or via email recruitment@vandyke.cbeds.co.uk.

Closing date: 12 noon, Thursday 21st May 2026

Once we have received sufficient applications the vacancy will close, so if you are interested you are advised to apply immediately. If you are short-listed for interview, details will be sent to you via email to the address provided on your application form. You are therefore advised to check your email on a regular basis.

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

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 Vandyke Upper School

• School type: Academies, ages 13 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1507 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 13 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Vandyke Upper School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/vandyke-upper-school

A high achieving school where everyone matters.
At Vandyke we believe that the ingredients for effective learning and high achievement include outstanding teaching, high expectations and an atmosphere within which relationships flourish. We pride ourselves on the school’s high standards and inclusive reputation.

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