Science Technician at Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy

Cockburn Multi-Academy Trust; Leeds; On-site; GBP 23,292 - 24,826; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Comprehensive induction and professional development program

Auto enrolment to pension scheme

Enhanced occupational benefits

Access to gym facilities

Regular wellbeing and social activities

Job summary

Cockburn Multi-Academy Trust in Leeds is seeking a Science Technician to support students in their educational journey. The role offers a full-time contract during term time with a competitive salary ranging from £23,292 to £24,826 per annum.

Ideal candidates should be passionate about education, demonstrate strong organisational skills, and be committed to the welfare of children. Benefits include access to the West Yorkshire Pension Scheme, professional development, and generous leave policies.

Qualifications

• Strong team player passionate about supporting young people's learning.
• Innovative, resilient, and creative professional dedicated to outstanding education.
• Organised and reliable colleague committed to staff and student success.

Job description

About This Role

Post: Science Technician

Location: Ring Road, Middleton, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 4AX

Contract Type: Permanent (Term Time Only)

Contract Term: Full Time

Hours of Work: 37 hours per week term time only plus 10 additional training days

Pay scale and salary: B3, SCP 7-11 (£26,403 - £28,142 FTE)

Actual Salary: £23,292 - £24,826 per annum

Start Date: September 2026

Who We Are Looking For

• A strong, ambitious, and intelligent team player who is passionate about supporting young people to enjoy and succeed through their learning journey at Cockburn Multi Academy Trust.
• An innovative, resilient, creative and motivated professional with an uncompromising belief that all children deserve an outstanding education.
• An organised, reliable colleague who is committed to working with staff and students to help them achieve.

Why Join Us

• Competitive rates of pay
• A comprehensive induction, appraisal and continued professional development program
• Auto enrolment to West Yorkshire Pension Scheme/ Teachers Pension
• Enhanced occupational benefits such as leave of absence, adoption, maternity & paternity pay
• A range of working patterns dependent on role/ level
• Access to cover pool/Flexible day
• Access to Blue Light Card
• Access to Employee Assistance programme including counselling, CBT, physiotherapy and virtual GP
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders on each Academy site
• Wellbeing and Menopause Policy and Groups
• Free Onsite parking
• Access to gym facilities on some sites
• Regular wellbeing and social activities
• Generous & supportive leave of absence policy
• Access to a range of discounts

Equal Opportunities

The school is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, and applicants will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure. This post expects the successful candidate to safeguard the welfare of children and young people and uphold your professional responsibility. The role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.

Cockburn MAT is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.