Science Technician

About the job

Key information

• 27.5 hours per week
• flexibility can be considered around school hours/childcare arrangements
• term time plus 2 days (38.4 working weeks)
• Actual salary range from £15,782-£16,286 (based on Grade 14 full-time equivalent salary range of £25,185-£25,989 per annum)

What will I be doing?

Are you an adaptable and pro-active individual with a passion for supporting young people to achieve their full potential? Do you have an interest in Science and want to make a real difference to the lives of young people?

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join our dedicated team to support the Science provision to deliver exceptional lessons.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing practical and administrative support for the teaching of science and duties will include assisting with the preparation of materials and equipment for use in Science lessons and the routine maintenance of resources and equipment.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

This post may be ideal for candidates requiring flexibility to work around school hours or childcare arrangements or a young person working towards a science qualification or who has a general interest in Science.

A technician/laboratory background or experience of working in an educational setting would be an advantage but not essential as training will be provided.

This is a busy role and will require the postholder to have strong practical skills, be conscious of health and safety and the ability to work flexibly with a positive “can-do” attitude and cope with competing demands. You should also have a commitment and interest in the wellbeing, support and achievement of students with the ability to establish positive relationships with pupils and staff.

What is in it for me?

We can offer you a supportive, inclusive and collaborative working environment with great colleagues, opportunities for professional growth and development, a fantastic pension scheme, free on-site gym, access to Health & Wellbeing Scheme, cycle to work scheme/retail discounts, opportunities to travel abroad and within the UK to support school trips and involvement in a vast number of extra-curricular clubs

DBS check

All posts are subject to a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure Certificate, evidence of Right to Work in the UK, online searches and other pre-employment checks.

Supporting documents and information

If you think you possess the qualities and skills we are looking for, we would very much like to hear from you.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

Please contact qetrecruitment@quantockedtrust.co.uk for an appointment.

For full details and an application form please visit www.quantockedtrust.co.uk

Closing date for applications: noon 17 October 2025

Interview Date: TBC

The Quantock Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Quantock Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

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