Senior Science Technician

Blue Coat Church of England School and Music College, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 2BA

18 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  15 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  28 May 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: £23,026.00 Annually (Actual)

Senior Science Technician job summary

The Senior Science Technician will play a crucial role in maintaining laboratories, managing resources and supporting the preparation of materials and equipment for practical work. They will also contribute to the development of systems and processes that promote a safe, well-resourced and engaging learning environment for all students. The successful candidate will be a knowledgeable, flexible and well-organised individual with the ability to lead and support a team of technicians where required. They will demonstrate initiative, attention to detail and a commitment to supporting outstanding science education. Strong communication skills will be essential in working effectively with staff, students and external agencies.

We are looking for someone who is: Dynamic, self-motivated and well organised An effective leader able to manage and support technical staff and collaborate with teaching colleagues Skilled in preparing and maintaining equipment and resources for practical science Knowledgeable about health and safety requirements within a laboratory setting A strong communicator, both verbally and in writing, with excellent organisational skills

Applications for this post will only be accepted using the electronic application form on the My New Term website using the URL: https://www.ietrust.org/vacancies/ The closing date for applications is Monday 15th June 2026 Applicants are advised to contact schooloffice@bluecoatschool.com if they wish to organise a visit to the school. Shortlisting will take place and all candidates will then be contacted by email. Shortlisted candidates will need to be available for interview on the week commencing Thursday 18th June 2026 If you have any questions relating to the application process, see the FAQ’s page and if you still have a question - please do let us know by contacting catherine.alexandergamble@ietrust.org We look forward to hearing from you.

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and appointments will be subject to rigorous safeguarding checks including enhanced DBS and references. The postholder must share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted will be asked to complete a self-declaration to confirm any (non-protected) criminal disclosures or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

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About Blue Coat Church of England School and Music College

• School type: Academies, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1749 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Blue Coat Church of England School and Music College website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/blue-coat-church-of-england-school-and-music-college

Blue Coat Cof E School is a very successful and oversubscribed school in the heart of the city of Coventry with over 1500 pupils.
At Blue Coat Church of England School, our vision is “Living life in all its fullness”. We exist to equip our students to live life in all its fullness by providing excellent education which is distinctively Christian and inclusive of all. At the heart of this education are the values of Care, Hard Work, Respect, Integrity and Servanthood, working Together for the good of all individuals, the school and wider communities.

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