Biology Technician (Term-Time from 26th February 2026)

HMC (Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference); Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent educational organization in Market Harborough is seeking a full-time Biology Technician to start on 26th February 2026. The role requires 35 hours of work per week and includes responsibilities in supporting school science laboratories. Ideal candidates should possess experience in a lab setting, a strong interest in biology, and proficiency in IT. The position offers a competitive salary, gym membership, and various employee benefits including a pension plan and discounted healthcare.

Benefits

Membership of Westwoods gym and health club

Excellent Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Discounted healthcare and additional life insurance

Shopping discounts through benefits portal

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school science laboratory would be preferable.
• An interest in Biology would be advantageous,although on the job training will be provided.
• An interest in supporting technicians in Chemistry is desirable.

Skills

Team-player

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Competent use of IT systems including MS Outlook and Word

Flexibility to provide support

Job description

Teaching careers in HMC independent schools

Biology Technician (Term-Time from 26th February 2026)

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Biology Technician (Term-Time from 26th February 2026).

This is a permanent full-time, term‑time role, working 35 hours per week Monday to Friday (8am to 4pm, with a one‑hour unpaid lunch break), starting on Thursday 26th February.

Salary paid will be commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

Parking within the campus grounds. The campus is easily accessed by car and bus; there is a bus stop located outside the campus serving several routes across the city and to rail stations.

Membership of Westwoods gym and health club which offers a range of excellent fitness and leisure facilities including a 25m swimming pool.

Excellent Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

You will be opted into the Fettes College Pension Plan after 3 months service. This scheme is a money purchase one, operating as a salary exchange plan. The College will contribute to the scheme a minimum of 8% and you will contribute a minimum of 2%. Fettes operate a contribution matching scheme up to 12% of base salary.

Access to discounted healthcare, additional life insurance, shopping discounts, etc through our 4me benefits portal.

Please see the full Job Description for duties and responsibilities for this role.

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working in a school science laboratory would be preferable.
• An interest in Biology would be advantageous, although on the job training will be provided.
• Competent use of IT systems including MS Outlook and Word.
• An interest in supporting technicians in Chemistry is desirable.
• Team-player.
• Flexibility to provide support to a busy department.
• Well organised and able to plan independently.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

12 The Point, Rockingham Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7QU