Assistant Senior Science Technician

Washwood Heath Academy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Wellbeing benefits (EAP, cycle to work

Glasses for DSE users

Job summary

Washwood Heath Academy is seeking a proactive Science Technician to join our Science Department in Birmingham. You will help prepare practical lessons, ensure safety, and support teachers to deliver an engaging curriculum for pupils.

The role requires a UK Level 3 Science Qualification (or equivalent) and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team within a lively school environment. Onsite parking and a supportive academy trust are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum UK Level 3 Science Qualification (or equivalent).
• Ability to support practical lessons and maintain safe, well-prepared equipment.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team to support pupils' learning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare practical science resources and equipment for lessons.
• Assist teachers with set-up, safety checks and clearing up after experiments.
• Support pupils during practical activities and reinforce understanding.

Skills

Practical skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

UK Level 3 Science Qualification

Job description

Are you an enthusiastic, resourceful and skilled Science Technician looking for an exciting new challenge? Do you have the practical expertise, organisation and personality to support outstanding teaching and learning in Science? Are you passionate about Science and committed to helping young people develop the knowledge, skills and curiosity they need to achieve their full potential?

Washwood Heath Academy is looking to appoint an experienced and highly organised Science Technician to join our friendly and supportive Science Department.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the delivery of a high-quality, practical Science curriculum. The successful candidate will bring strong practical skills, initiative and a genuine enthusiasm for Science. You will work closely with teachers to ensure that practical lessons are well prepared, safe and engaging, helping to create the best possible learning experiences for our pupils.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, is able to work independently and as part of a team, and understands the important contribution a skilled technician makes to pupil achievement. You will be instrumental in ensuring that practical Science is an integral and exciting part of our curriculum.

Why join Washwood Heath Academy?

Washwood Heath Academy is a relatively new All Through Academy in East Birmingham, bringing together Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form education. You will be joining an established and supportive Science team that is committed to providing an ambitious, knowledge-rich curriculum and achieving the very best outcomes for every pupil.

We believe that Science should be practical, challenging and inspiring. Our teachers and technicians are experts in their fields, and together they play a crucial role in developing pupils' understanding, curiosity and confidence as young scientists.

We have high expectations of our pupils and staff and are committed to providing an education that enables every young person to succeed. We believe that all pupils deserve access to powerful knowledge and the opportunity to experience 'the best that has been thought and said'.

If you are passionate about Science, have the practical expertise to make a real difference and want to be part of a team that is ambitious for its pupils, we would love to hear from you.

Our school is in a central location, with wonderful and enthusiastic pupils, amazing staff who always go the extra mile for their classes. Our friendly, family feel is part of the reason that parents choose Washwood Heath Academy for their children, and a significant number of staff are long term employees. We are part of the Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust which is a family of local schools located within 15 minutes of one another: 4 Primary schools, 2 Secondary schools and 1 All-through school. This will give you the opportunity to grow and develop professionally with a fantastic Academy Trust that is very supportive and collaborative with a strong sense of community.

We can offer you:

A welcoming and positive school with children who are respectful and willing to learn.

A school that is fully dedicated to developing every child to reach their potential, irrespective of their ability.

A supportive and forward thinking Leadership team, consisting of 'Leaders that know their school very well' Ofsted 2020.

A supportive and forward thinking Core Team of Directors and Trustees.

A dynamic, dedicated and hard-working team of teachers and support staff who want the best for children.

Confident, friendly and aspirational children who are willing to learn.

A commitment to your continued professional development and wellbeing.

To be a part of the Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust that provides a full suite of benefits and rewards to support wellbeing including 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, access to wellbeing advice, cycle to work scheme, contribution to glasses for DSE users.

Onsite parking.

This post is suitable for any Scientist holding a minimum of a UK Level 3 Science Qualification (or equivalent) who is looking for a new challenge.

Informal conversations are warmly welcomed. Please contact Mr Osman Akhtar, Head of Science Faculty, at [e-mail]

Closing date for applications: 24.09.2026 at 9 am.

N.B. CVs will not be accepted

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:

• ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
• communicating and promoting vacancies
• offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
• anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work

As part of our recruitment process, we carry out rigorous online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Please note that applications must be the creation of the candidate applying. While technology, including artificial intelligence, may be used to help the candidate select certain phraseology, if substantial use of AI is used, the application will be disregarded.

We value our people and are dedicated to making sure that everybody feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work. We have an outstanding opportunity to work at Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust.

We promise to treat all candidates fairly, consistently and with respect throughout the application, assessment, and selection process.

We are also "happy to talk flexible working" subject to the operational requirements of the role.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.