Science Technician

Countesthorpe Academy; Leicester; On-site; GBP 9,700 - 9,900; Part time

Job summary

Countesthorpe Academy in Leicestershire is seeking a committed Science Technician to support our science faculty. This permanent, term-time role starts ASAP and is graded Level 6 (points 9-10).

The successful applicant will assist with preparing experiments, maintaining equipment, and helping students engage safely with practical science in a forward-looking, supportive team. Closing date for applications is 12 November 2026; interviews will follow soon after, with Countesthorpe Academy and Mrs

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing experiments and setting up equipment
• Maintain and stock laboratory resources and safety checks
• Support teaching staff and students during practical sessions

Skills

Passion for science

Student engagement

Job description

Science Technician

Required from ASAP

Grade: 6, points 9-10

Permanent, Term time only

£9,702 - £9,857

16 Hours per week, term time

The Headteacher and Governing Body are wishing to appoint a Science technician. Countesthorpe Academy is a popular and expanding 11-19 school, within the LiFE Multi Academy Trust, which is increasingly the school of choice for parents in the area. We are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Science Technician. The successful candidate will have a real passion for the subject and the ability to translate this for the students in their care. You will have the desire to ensure that our core value of ‘being the best you can be’ is fulfilled.

We have high expectations of all our staff, which makes our faculty an exciting and progressive environment in which to work. The team is forward thinking and extremely supportive of each other, working collaboratively to secure high standards of teaching and learning. We are passionate in our goal of ensuring that our students get every opportunity ‘to be the best they can possibly be’.

Closing Date

The closing date for completed applications is midday, Wednesday 12th November 2026, with interviews taking place soon after.

Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if suitable candidates are found.

Thank you, and we are really looking forward to hearing from you.

Countesthorpe Academy

Mrs Aitcheson, Headteacher