Science Technician

Wmjobs; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Flexible work arrangements

Maternity leave

Ample free car parking for staff

Excellent professional development and

Staff wellbeing programme

Job summary

Colton Hills Community School in Wolverhampton seeks an enthusiastic and hardworking Science Technician to support and enhance the learning of students within our Science Department.

This post is 37 hours per week, Term Time Only, with NJC Support Staff Grade 4–LPP 7-11 (£26,403 - £28,142) pro rata; Actual Starting Salary £22,710. A pension, flexible working, maternity leave and other staff benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting science teaching or laboratories is desirable.
• DBS check will be required.
• Excellent organization and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and enhance learning in the Science Department.
• Prepare and maintain laboratory resources and equipment.
• Assist during science lessons and ensure safety in the lab.

Job description

WELCOME TO COLTON HILLS

Many Minds, One Mission

Colton Hills Community School is a mixed, non-denominational community secondary school and sixth form for pupils aged 11-18, based in the south of Wolverhampton in the West Midlands.

At Colton Hills we believe that every child is entitled to the highest quality learning experience, irrespective of their starting point. There are no barriers to high achievement and no excuses for not succeeding. In every lesson students are exposed to powerful knowledge and culturally rich experiences.

Our values are based on PRIDE : Participation, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, Excellence

Colton Hills has been judged as a ‘Good’ school in the latest OFSTED inspection in 2023. Since its establishment in 1974, the school encompasses a rich, harmonious and multicultural community and is committed to the development of all students, up to and including our growing sixth form. In a report by The Times in March 2025, Colton Hills was ranked amongst the top 20 happiest schools in the country.

We are also a growing school, our student numbers are robust and the whole-school cohort is over 1000 students. With a healthy financial picture and strong school governance in place, we are now seeking to expand our staff to create the best possible experience for our students by surrounding them with inspiring adults delivering an exciting curriculum.

Colton Hills Community School has a successful past and every hope of a very bright future. Please come and find out more about the wonderful things that we do.

We know that having successful students starts with having happy and well-supported staff. We are very much committed to our teachers having a fulfilling work-life balance and we aim to foster a culture that supports and reflects the importance of well-being.

We can offer you:

• Pension
• Flexible work arrangements
• Maternity leave
• Ample free car parking for staff
• Excellent professional development and guidance
• Extensive grounds and facilities set in green belt
• City of Wolverhampton Council employee benefits
• Benefits platform with access to discounted gym memberships, shopping, dining and more
• Employee well-being, staff have access to 24/7 employee assistance programme

Colton Hills is committed to the safeguarding of all our Staff and Students and the successful applicant will undergo an Enhanced DBS Check along with an online and social media check.

We are seeking to appoint a enthusiastic and hard working Science Technician to work within our successful Science Department to support and enhance the learning of our students.

Full details of the role can be found in the Job Description.

37 hours per week Mon - Fri - Term Time Only

Salary: NJC Support Staff - Grade 4 - LPP 7 - 11 (£26,403 - £28,142) Pro Rata - Actual Starting Salary - £22,710

Closing Date : Friday 9th October 2026

Interview date to be confirmed