Science Technician

eTeach UK Limited; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Leicester Forest East is seeking a full-time Science Technician to support practical science lessons and ensure the safety of laboratory environments. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic about helping students achieve their learning goals. This role requires strong adherence to safety and school policies, working hours are Monday to Friday with model working times, and offers competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic individual keen to help students achieve their best.
• Previous experience aiding in laboratory or practical lessons is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff in practical science lessons.
• Ensure safety and readiness of science laboratories.
• Assist with stock control and handling materials.

Skills

Support teaching staff

Safety in laboratories

Stock control

Adhering to policies

Job description

Overview

Science Technician
Permanent, Term Time, Full Time
Start Date: as soon as possible
Job ref: ST2025
Salary: Grade 3, Points 5-6 (Actual Salary £22,019)
FTE £25,783 - £26,193
37 hours per week, Term Time (38.6 weeks per year) plus 3 Professional Learning Days
Monday to Thursday 8:00am to 4:00pm
Friday 8:00am to 3:30pm with ½ hour unpaid lunch daily

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic individual who is keen to help students achieve the very best by helping teachers with their teaching of practical science. Please read the job description for a full idea of what the job will entail. We would like to recruit someone to who wants to work in a school which values all staff and their personal development.

About the school

• We are a school where science is valued by students and families;
• Staff are supported to develop;
• Results in science have been significantly above national averages for many years and are in the top 10% nationally;
• The school’s Progress 8 score is significantly above average at +1.0 for two consecutive years and ranked in the top 5% nationally;
• There is a strong academic ethos and high expectations of students;
• Behaviour management is centralised and staff are enabled to flourish;
• We have a large, diverse, thriving science department which is supported by 4 technicians, and practical work is central to our practice;
• Students, parents and all staff share a common vision to "make a positive difference";
• Students of all ages and abilities readily demonstrate an eagerness to learn and make progress across the curriculum.

Responsibilities and requirements

• Support teaching staff in practical science lessons and lab activities.
• Ensure safety, readiness and maintenance of science laboratories and equipment.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and safe handling of materials.
• Adhere to school policies and contribute to a positive learning environment.

Additional information

• Successful applicants are subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check and satisfactory employment references.
• This post will involve contact with vulnerable groups (children, young people and/or adults) and is therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau (DBS) Disclosure check. Shortlisted applicants will be required to declare all criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, and bind-overs both spent and unspent in their application, before interview and regardless of the passage of time.

How to apply

If you are interested in this post, please read the Applicant pack for instructions on how to apply.

Please see the documents listed below, which may assist you in making your application:

• Job Description
• Applicant Pack
• Application and Recruitment Process document

NO AGENCIES OR CVs PLEASE

Important dates

• Closing date: Sunday 12th October 2025
• Interview date: Week beginning Monday 27th October 2025

Safeguarding and equality

• Rushey Mead Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment
• Rushey Mead Academy is committed to equal opportunities and equal value for staff and students, prevention of discrimination in its many forms

If we have not contacted you within 4 weeks of the closing date, you may assume that your application has been unsuccessful.