Science Technician

Suffolk County Council; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 9,100; Part time

Job summary

Unity Schools Partnership is seeking a part-time Science Technician at Felixstowe School to support the Science Department with equipment preparation and stock control.

You will handle apparatus, materials and chemicals, ensure health and safety compliance, and assist with maintenance and husbandry tasks. The role is 15 hours per week over 38 weeks per year, with permanent contract and pro rata pay.

Responsibilities

• Preparing apparatus and materials required during science lessons.
• Become familiar with a wide variety of equipment, it's location and use.
• Work with chemicals as directed, observing appropriate Health and Safety measures.
• Measure out materials, carry out simple calculations and make up solutions.
• Clear away apparatus and materials after lessons.
• Check, clean, wash-up and put away.
• Assist in maintenance and repair of equipment.
• Assist with plant and animal husbandry.
• Assist with stock control, including record keeping and documentation.

Job description

Job Description

• Felixstowe School
• Address: Felixstowe, Suffolk IP11 9QR
• Salary: £26,427 - £26,846 per annum (pro rata), Actual £8,958 - £9,100 per annum, NJC (National Joint Council) Pay scale 3, SP 5 - 6
• Hours: Part time, 15 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
• Contract: Permanent
• Reference: 5645

Felixstowe School is looking for a Science Technician to undertake general preparation for the Science Department.

Key tasks will include:

• Preparing apparatus and materials required during science lessons.
• Become familiar with a wide variety of equipment, it's location and use.
• Work with chemicals as directed, observing appropriate Health and Safety measures.
• Measure out materials, carry out simple calculations and make up solutions.
• Clear away apparatus and materials after lessons.
• Check, clean, wash-up and put away.
• Assist in maintenance and repair of equipment.
• Assist with plant and animal husbandry.
• Assist with stock control, including record keeping and documentation.

For more information

Please read the Job Description (pdf) and the Candidate Information Pack (pdf).

Closing date: 9.00 am, 23 October 2026.

Please note:

We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date.

Applications must be submitted online via the Unity Schools Partnership careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.

In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils.

All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part time or as a job share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups.