Part time Science Technician - 2/3 days per week

Knutsford Academy; England; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Job summary

The Learning Partnership is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Science Technician to support our busy Science Department across Biology, Chemistry and Physics. You will prepare materials, set up equipment for practical lessons, and help maintain laboratory resources.

Hours: Part-time, 2-3 days per week (8am to 4pm). Salary: Grade 4 - Actual Salary £13,510 to £13,725. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to safeguarding children and promoting equality of opportunity.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school laboratory is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Interest in science and supporting student learning.
• Commitment to health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up equipment and materials for practical science lessons.
• Support the delivery of Biology, Chemistry and Physics activities across Key Stages.
• Maintain and organise laboratory equipment, chemicals and resources.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and storage of materials.
• Provide practical support to teaching staff and students where appropriate.

Skills

Organised and methodical

Attention to detail

Team player

Independent worker

Interest in science

Health and safety awareness

Job description

.Knutsford Academy are seeking an enthusiastic and organised Science Technician to support our busy Science Department across all disciplines, including Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing materials and equipment for practical lessons, maintaining laboratory resources, supporting teaching staff, and ensuring a safe and effective learning environment for students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and set up equipment and materials for practical science lessons.
• Support the delivery of Biology, Chemistry and Physics activities across Key Stages.
• Maintain and organise laboratory equipment, chemicals and resources.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and storage of materials.
• Provide practical support to teaching staff and students where appropriate.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Can work independently and as part of a team.
• Has an interest in science and supporting student learning.
• Demonstrates a commitment to health and safety procedures.
• Previous laboratory or school experience is desirable but not essential.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and friendly team and make a valuable contribution to our Science Department.

Hours: Part-time, 2-3 days per week (8am to 4pm) (days to be agreed)
Salary: Grade 4 - Actual Salary £13,510 to £13,725
Closing Date: 13th November at 9am

Interview Date: 16th November

The Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).

The Learning Partnership is committed to the promotion of equality of opportunity and the elimination of discrimination; all applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability regardless of disability, gender, race, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other unfair discrimination.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, and candidates with disabilities to increase representation across our trust, as we know greater diversity leads to even better outcomes for children. We are proud to be a Disability Committed employer, working towards menopause-friendly status, and are 'happy to talk flexible working'.