Senior Science Technician
Rossett School, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 9JPThis job expired on 17 June 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
17 June 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
9 June 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £21,059.00 - £22,452.00 Annually (Actual) 35 hours per week, term time only
Senior Science Technician job summary
Contract: Permanent, Term-Time only (39 weeks)
Hours: Part Time, 35 hours per week
Actual Salary: £21,059 - £22,452 per annum
(FTE Salary: £25,992 - £27,711 per annum)
Eligible for Friends and Family referral scheme
For everything you need to know about our School
Additional benefits: We are delighted to offer all our valued colleagues a benefits package includingan excellent local government contributory pension scheme with an employer rate of 19.5%. £5k cycle to work scheme, discounted gym, family health, private medical insurance and dental care plans, discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers and our employee assistance programme accessible by you and your family.
As a Flexible Working Ambassador school, we recognise the huge benefits of offering alternative working options for our colleagues and champion this innovative approach across our Trust. Whatever your preferences are, we are open to a conversation to explore how we can accommodate your needs within this role – just ask!
About the role:
Rossett School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Science Technician to lead the technical support across its science laboratories. This vital role involves the management, preparation, and maintenance of scientific equipment and resources to support outstanding teaching and learning from Key Stage 3 through to Key Stage 5.
The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff and fellow technicians to enable engaging, safe, and effective practical science lessons. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, contributing to the development of a stimulating learning environment, and occasionally supporting other subject areas with technical needs.
This is a key role within the science faculty, directly contributing to students’ academic progress and fostering a strong culture of scientific enquiry throughout the school
Culture and values: As a member of our Trust, you will benefit from;
being part of a truly collaborative trust, working with professional generosity and towards a shared mission of nurturing ambition, delivering excellence and enriching children’s lives
our Trust commitment to continued invest in our people, supporting every member of staff throughout their career to be the best they can be
a clear set of RKLT values and a celebration of equality and diversity
CHAT TO US: We are keen to answer any questions you may have about this opportunity. To arrange a convenient time to speak, please contact us by email: recruitment@rs.rklt.co.uk
Applications will be considered as they are received, and interviews may commence whilst this advert is open. If this role is of interest to you, we encourage you to speak to us and/or apply asap.
Commitment to safeguarding
Rossett School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and equality and diversity in all aspects of employment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
About Rossett School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 904 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Rossett School website
Rossett is an 11-18 mixed comprehensive school which proudly serves the Harrogate community. We have high aspirations for every child and endeavour to achieve success for everyone.
This is an exciting time to join Rossett as we move forward and we have recently become part of the Red Kite Learning Trust - this partnership provides further opportunities for growth and development, securing a stronger future for our school.
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