Science Technician

WG060 Witherslack Group Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Holiday

Progression

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing

Medical cover

Facilities and resources

Job summary

Witherslack Group is seeking a versatile Science Laboratory Technician / Science Learning Support Assistant for Greenholm School. You will support practical science lessons, prepare equipment, and help pupils with ASC/EMH needs, promoting safe, engaging learning experiences.

The role suits those passionate about science and education, with opportunities for development, DBS checks, and a supportive team in a specialist SEN environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a science technician or teaching assistant with science background.
• Ability to support pupils during science lessons and practical investigations.
• Committed to safeguarding and inclusive learning.

Responsibilities

• Science Technician: Prepare, set up and clear away equipment and materials for practical science lessons. Ensure all practical activities comply with current health and safety regulations. Manage, maintain and organise science equipment and resources. Carry out routine maintenance, cleaning and basic repairs of equipment where appropriate. Support the Head of Science with resource development and departmental organisation.
• Learning Support Assistant: Support pupils during science lessons to access learning and practical activities. Adapt resources under the guidance of teaching staff to meet individual learning needs. Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation using agreed school strategies. Support pupils during practical investigations, ensuring safe working practices.

Skills

Science Technician

Learning Support Assistant

Organisational skills

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Up to £32,433 + excellent benefits

Those Huge Small Victories Our Science Technicians are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference.

Get out what you put in You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys science, has strong organisational skills and is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs. Whether you are an experienced technician, a teaching assistant with a science background, or someone looking to begin a career in education, we would love to hear from you.

One of the best environments in SEND Greenholm School is a specialist secondary school for pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated needs. We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised and caring Science Laboratory Technician / Science Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated Science Department. This is a varied and rewarding role that combines the responsibilities of a science technician with supporting students in practical science lessons. You will work closely with the Head of Science and teaching staff to create engaging, safe and inclusive learning experiences that enable every pupil to succeed.

Your key responsibilities will include

• Science Technician: Prepare, set up and clear away equipment and materials for practical science lessons. Ensure all practical activities comply with current health and safety regulations. Manage, maintain and organise science equipment and resources. Carry out routine maintenance, cleaning and basic repairs of equipment where appropriate. Support the Head of Science with resource development and departmental organisation.
• Learning Support Assistant: Support pupils during science lessons to access learning and practical activities. Adapt resources under the guidance of teaching staff to meet individual learning needs. Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation using agreed school strategies. Support pupils during practical investigations, ensuring safe working practices.

What we do for you

• Training: A full induction and on the job training
• Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays
• Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group
• Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits here
• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high‑street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools here
• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time
• Contributory pension (matched up to 5%)

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are

We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

We are the highest Ofsted-rated provider in the country for special education and care. Our teams are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, just sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. We live and learn with children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, communication difficulties (such as Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, or speech, language and communication needs), ADHD or complex learning needs. We have the most joined-up model in SEN, the best environments and we are proud of what we do. Mission: We are the leading provider of specialist education and care for children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, communication difficulties (autistic spectrum conditions; speech, language and communication needs), ADHD and complex learning needs.