Senior Science Technician

Wednesfield Academy, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV11 3ES

24 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  7 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  14 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £25,592.45 Annually (Actual) FTE £29,754

Senior Science Technician job summary

Senior Science Technician

Wednesfield Academy

Full time (37 Hours per week), Term Time Only

Starting Actual Salary: £25,592.45 (FTE £29,754)

Are you an experienced Science Technician ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have the technical expertise, organisational skills and leadership ability to help deliver outstanding practical science experiences for students?

We are seeking a motivated, organised and proactive Senior Science Technician to lead and oversee the effective, safe and efficient running of our science laboratories and preparation areas.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced technician to take a leading role in supporting high-quality teaching and learning across the Science Department. You will work closely with the Director of Learning and teaching staff to ensure that practical lessons are well resourced, equipment is maintained to a high standard, and all health and safety requirements are met.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong practical science knowledge and experience working in a laboratory or school science technician environment.
• Has a sound understanding of health and safety requirements, including COSHH and CLEAPSS guidance, and the safe handling, storage and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials.
• Has excellent organisational skills, with experience of stock control, equipment maintenance, resource management and ordering processes.
• Communicates effectively and builds positive working relationships with teaching staff, colleagues and the wider school community.
• Takes a proactive approach to problem-solving, safety and continuous improvement.
• Is committed to supporting high-quality teaching and learning and enabling students to engage safely in practical science.

About us:

Wednesfield Academy is at an exciting stage of its journey having just received a Good judgment in all categories. This is the ideal opportunity for people who want to share in the excitement of continuing the “rapidly raised expectations” of our school.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. Staff at our wonderful school feel “very well supported” and “appreciative of how their workload and well-being are considered” (Ofsted Feb 25). We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.

To apply please complete our application form on My New Term.

You may also wish to contact Headteacher Mr J Phillips jphillips@wednesfieldacademy.co.uk to arrange an informal look at the school. 

Application Deadline: 7th November 2026

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.

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

Safeguarding Notice:
Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and preemployment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education

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 Wednesfield Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1025 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Wednesfield Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wednesfield-high-academy

One of the latest schools to join the Trust in January 2023, Wednesfield Academy is at an exciting stage of its journey. This is the ideal opportunity for people who want to share in the excitement of turning a school around. 

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse. 

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