Science Technician or Senior Science Technician Salary: Closing Date: 11/11/2026

Kirkbie Kendal; Kendal; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirkbie Kendal School is inviting applications for a Science Technician, Senior Science Technician, or Science Technician role. Term-time plus INSET days, with permanent status and options for full-time or job share.

Flexible working patterns considered; please indicate your preference in your application. The successful candidate will join an established science team, report to the Principal Science Technician, and receive full training where needed.

Job description

Science Technician or Senior Science Technician

Senior Science Technician

or

Science Technician

Term time only plus INSET days plus one week
Permanent. Full-time or job share option

We are open to discussing flexible working options for the above, full-time or as a job share (part-time hours split between two people, ideally 2/3 days each). Please indicate your preferred working pattern in your application.

We are seeking an energetic, friendly person to join our existing team, reporting to our Principal Science Technician and working alongside our existing Senior Science Technician.

With the experience that we already have within the department, we are happy to accept applications from candidates who have previous technician experience or those candidates who do not have previous experience but are keen to contribute to the work of our department. Full training will be provided for the successful candidate.

The successful candidate will be hardworking, adaptable, organised and will enjoy being part of a team. They will gain job satisfaction from making a valuable contribution to our excellent, welcoming school community.

You will be joining a supportive and well organised team in a highly successful and friendly environment within a flourishing school. We offer an effective induction programme and opportunities for continuing professional development within the school and through the South Lakes Federation.

Mrs Bea Price, Headteacher’s PA,
Kirkbie Kendal School, Lound Road, Kendal Cumbria LA9 7EQ
Tel: [phone] ( [e-mail] )

Closing date: 9.00am on Wednesday 11 th November 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 17 th November 2026

Kirkbie Kendal School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the students in its care and expects all staff and volunteersto share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check and an online check in line with KCSIE requirements.