Science Technician

Brighton & Hove City Council; South Chailey; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking a Science Technician to join King's Academy Ringmer. The position focuses on supporting science teaching and maintaining well-equipped laboratories. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in science, excellent organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to science education. This full-time role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative staff body

Excellent CPD programme

Academy wide staff benefits and discounts

Qualifications

• Experience working in a laboratory setting, preferably in education.
• Commitment to promoting science education.

Responsibilities

• Support science teaching and maintain safe laboratories.

Skills

Strong background in science

Excellent organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive and detail-oriented

Education

Relevant qualification in science

Job description

Science Technician

Brighton & Hove City Council

• Location: Ringmer, East Sussex
• Salary: £26,473-28,239 per year
• Type: Permanent
• Hours: Full-time
• Posted: 20 hours ago
• Job reference: orbis/TP/303802/45640
• Positions available: 1
• Working hours: 7.4 Hours
• Closing date: 9 October 2025
• Job category: Administration & Clerical
• Organisation: Brighton & Hove City Council
• Directorate: BHCC: External

Job introduction

King\'s Academy Ringmer is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and skilled Science Technician to join our dedicated Science Department. This exciting opportunity is perfect for individuals passionate about supporting the delivery of high-quality science education, who thrive in a collaborative and innovative educational environment.

About the role

King\'s Academy Ringmer is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Science Technician to join the Science Department. The role focuses on supporting science teaching and maintaining safe, well-equipped laboratories to deliver high-quality science education.

About You

• You have a strong background in science or a related field, with a relevant qualification being highly advantageous.
• You have experience working in a laboratory setting, preferably within an educational environment.
• You possess excellent organisational and communication skills.
• You are proactive, able to work independently, and have a keen eye for detail.
• You are committed to promoting the importance of science education.

What can we offer you?

• Leaders who create a positive working environment where Teaching and Learning is the priority
• An established, motivated and supportive department
• Conscientious and hardworking students in a \"very happy and safe school\" (OFSTED 2024)
• An effective behaviour for learning policy where \"pupils behave well\" (OFSTED 2024)
• A supportive and collaborative staff body
• An excellent CPD programme and opportunities for progression
• Two-week October half term
• Academy wide staff benefits and discounts (My KGA)
• The opportunity to work in an Eco School
• A beautiful, rural environment situated approximately 12 miles from the coastal city of Brighton and Hove

King\'s Academy Ringmer

King\'s Academy Ringmer is a rural comprehensive with an ethos of \"Kindness, Ambition, Resilience\". Our most recent Ofsted states \"the school has a culture of courtesy and respect\" and \"pupils are expected to work hard and commit to their learning\". Our results are significantly above national average for all students. We offer a broad, \"exceptional\" enrichment offer through our Super Curriculum and students say \"there is something for everyone\". King\'s Academy Ringmer is also an Eco School and winner of the Department for Education\'s Sustainability award.

King\'s Group Academies

King\'s Academy Ringmer is part of King\'s Group Academies. At King\'s Group Academies our vision is to provide \"opportunity and success on a global stage\" which means we have a vision of a global community of pupils and colleagues whose connection broadens horizons and fosters understanding. Our values of \"Honesty, Faith, and Courage\" drive our passion and ensure we collaborate within our UK communities and internationally, promoting global citizenship and cultural awareness. We believe that every pupil deserves a team of dedicated educators and staff who are deeply invested in their success, supported by positive partnerships with parents who hold us to the highest standards.

For full details and an application form can be downloaded directly from our website or contact Amanda French on either 01273 815460 or [e-mail] quoting job reference P/509. We offer a first class working environment with supportive colleagues and opportunities for career development.

King\'s Academy Ringmer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts within our Multi Academy trust are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all applicants will be required to declare spent and unspent convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as spent and complete an Enhanced Criminal Records Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Closing date for applications is Thursday 9 October 2025 at 8.30am with the interview date on Wednesday 15 October 2025. We advise applying promptly for this post as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.

Additional information

Company information

Brighton & Hove City Council is advertising on behalf of the school and is not the employer in this case. Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove City Council