Science Technician

MAYFLOWER HIGH SCHOOL; Billericay; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

A local comprehensive school in Billericay is seeking a part-time Science Technician to join their friendly team. The position involves working 21 hours per week across term time, supporting science education for students aged 11-18. Previous experience is desirable, but training will be provided. Salary is between £12,847 – £13,046. Commitment to safeguarding children is essential.

Benefits

Extensive professional development programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Science Technician in school is desirable but not essential.
• Training will be given to the successful candidate.
• Candidates must be committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Join a team servicing a suite of 11 laboratories.
• Support with sciences for students Years 7-13.
• Negotiate working days and times based on availability.

Skills

Science Technician experience

Ability to work in a team

Good communication skills

Education

Recognised qualification in science

Job description

Science Technician

Mayflower High School, Billericay
Job Ref No. ECC4471-577S
Position Type: Technicians
Pay Range: LG Scale 4
Position Start Date: 01/01/2026
Contract Type: Part-time
Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 07/12/2025 Midnight
Date of Interviews: .

Job Description

Science Technician – Required January 2026

• 21 hours per week – days and times to be negotiated to fit candidate availability
• 38 weeks per year (term time only)
• LG Scale 4 – Actual salary £12,847 – £13,046 (including fringe allowance)

We are looking to appoint a Science Technician to join a friendly and enthusiastic team who service a suite of 11 laboratories covering Years 7‑13. Previous experience as a Science Technician in school and a recognised qualification are desirable but not essential as training will be given. Working days and times to be negotiated at interview, we are able to offer hours that will fit the successful candidate's availability around their commitments.

Information about the School

Mayflower High School is a happy, thriving and inclusive 11‑18 comprehensive school which provides all students with the opportunities with which to succeed. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share in this commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references. An online check will be carried out on shortlisted applicants.

Staff development, at all levels, is very important with an extensive programme of professional development which offers a whole range of opportunities for colleagues to develop their potential.

Further details are available on the school's website. Please apply via the Application Form found under Vacancies and note that CVs alone are not acceptable.

We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Contact Information

HR Office
Mayflower High School
Stock Road, Billericay
Essex, CM12 0RT
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]