Science Technician

Gillingham School; Bay; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

INSET days for planning

Personal days

Staff discounts

Career training

Curriculum resources

Job summary

Gillingham School is seeking a dedicated Technician to join a small Science team, assisting teachers with the preparation of teaching materials and setting up demonstration experiments to enhance student learning. The role requires excellent planning, organisation and time management, plus prior laboratory experience is desirable.

The vacancy is 37.5 hours per week, term time only, with some flexibility in working hours.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills.
• High standard of literacy and numeracy.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain preparation rooms and stock.
• Prepare and deliver substances, equipment and resources for Science lessons.
• Control stock and liaise with Senior Technician regarding orders.
• Provide support during lessons.

Skills

Communication skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Initiative

Job description

The successful candidate will work as part of a small team of Technicians to support teachers in the Science department with the preparation of teaching materials and setting up demonstration experiments to enhance student learning. Prior experience in laboratory work is desirable and an interest in science and an eagerness to learn are key. Excellent planning, organisation and time management skills are required in order to carry out the key responsibilities of this role which include:

• the operation and maintenance of our well-stocked and equipped preparation rooms
• timely and effective preparation and delivery of substances, equipment and resources for Science lessons
• controlling stock and liaising with the Senior Technician regarding orders
• providing support during lessons

The successful candidate will have:

• excellent communication/interpersonal skills
• a high standard of literacy and numeracy
• the ability to work under pressure
• the ability to work on own initiative

A full induction will be provided, with training and support as necessary.

The vacancy is for 37.5 hours per week, term time only. There is some flexibility in working hours for the right candidate.

About Gillingham School

Gillingham School is a high-achieving secondary school with more than 500 years of history, tracing its origins back to its foundation as a Free School in 1516. Today, we are an ambitious and inclusive 11-18 comprehensive academy with a thriving Sixth Form, committed to helping every student achieve their full potential.

We offer a rich and varied educational experience both inside and beyond the classroom, encouraging students to develop creativity, innovation, resilience, and the lifelong skills needed to succeed in an ever-changing world.

Our positive ethos and strong values have been longstanding, shaping the character and aspirations of our students. Our motto, Docendo Discimus ("By Teaching, We Learn"), reflects our belief that learning is a shared and lifelong journey.

Strong partnerships between students, staff, parents, and the wider community are central to our success. Together, we create an environment where every young person is supported, challenged, and inspired to flourish.

At Gillingham School, every member of staff plays a vital role in shaping our learning community. We are proud to offer a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive workplace where colleagues are encouraged to make a meaningful difference every day. Our culture is rooted in positivity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, supported by high-quality professional development opportunities that enable staff to grow and thrive throughout their careers.

Join us and become part of a school community with a heritage of strong values, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Benefits

• More pay, more time, and more support. We offer the best pay in the sector, three extra INSET days for planning, guaranteed personal days, great training for your career, and more. Teach with United Learning for a more rewarding career.
• More Pay...
• We pay an average of 5% above national scales - the best rates of pay in the sector
• Cash towards medical treatments
• Generous staff discount schemes
• More time...
• Three extra INSET days for planning
• At least one personal day a year
• And more support......
• Great training for your career
• Exceptional curriculum resources
• Expert subject advice
• Support for your wellbeing

Additional Information

We are working hard to become a more diverse organisation - which is key to our commitment to bringing out the best in everyone. We welcome applications from everyone committed to this ethos and would particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates, who are currently under-represented in the Group as a whole. We always appoint on merit. We are open to discussing flexible working options.

We reserve the right to invite strong candidates to interview in advance of the closing date, so encourage early applicants.