Science Technician

Caludon Castle School; Coventry; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Coventry is seeking a Science Technician to support the science faculty. Candidates should possess at least A level qualification in sciences and have experience in laboratory settings. The role involves providing effective support for teaching and learning, making scientific expertise essential. A range of benefits includes a government pension scheme and access to facilities like a gym and swimming pool. Interested applicants should contact for further details before the closing date of 1 February 2026.

Benefits

Local government pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Access to on-site gym

Employee discount scheme

Commitment to staff wellbeing

Qualifications

• Educated to at least A level in sciences.
• Experience in industrial or school laboratory.
• Ability to work in accordance with health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Complement the educational work of the faculty.
• Provide effective support for learning and teaching of science.

Skills

Aptitude for science

Problem solving skills

Organizational skills

Strong IT skills

Education

A level in sciences

Job description

Science Technician

Location: Coventry, West Midlands

Salary: £21,854 - £22,911 Actual salary

Contract: Permanent

Employer: Caludon Castle School

Overview

Are you an experienced science technician looking for a new role? Or have you got an interest in science and would like to train as a science technician? If so, we have just the right opportunity for you.

Role and Requirements

We are looking for a science technician to join our successful and friendly science faculty. The overall purpose of the role is to complement the educational work of the faculty and to provide an effective and efficient support for the learning and teaching of science. Ideally you will be educated to at least A level in sciences and ideally you will have industrial or school laboratory experience enabling you to work in accordance with health and safety requirements. Most importantly you will need an aptitude for science, excellent problem solving and organisational skills with strong IT skills.

About the School

We have state of the art premises with excellent resources and laboratories within the science faculty. Science has a high profile at Caludon as not only are sciences popular option choices at KS4 and KS5, but also results are good and strong links are enjoyed with other schools in our Trust, local universities and with a whole host of enrichment groups.

What We Offer

This fulfilling role will provide a wealth of developmental opportunities and we will ensure you receive a comprehensive induction programme. The work is fast paced and varied, every week will be different, and we will play to your strengths. We offer a range of benefits which include the local government pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, access to the on-site gym and swimming pool, free parking, an employee discount scheme, and a commitment to staff wellbeing and recognition initiatives through our wellbeing committee and people strategy.

Castle Phoenix Trust

Castle Phoenix Trust has a great deal to be proud of, with super facilities and a desire to continuously improve. If you have the passion and determination to be a valued part of our team, we would love to hear from you.

Dates and Contact

For further information or to arrange a visit please contact Stacey Hands.

• Closing Date: 9pm Sunday 1 February 2026
• Interviews: week commencing 9 February 2026
• If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date for applications, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
• We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

Additional Information

Please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025. This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Trust is committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and young people, and creating a culture of vigilance and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and vigilance.