Senior Physics Technician at Wycombe High School

Wycombe High School; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Wycombe High School invites applications for a Senior Physics Technician. This term-time role supports Physics and broader Science education with hands-on equipment preparation, laboratory maintenance and safety compliance.

You will work closely with teachers to enable engaging, practical learning experiences and help manage stock and equipment inventories. The position requires an organised, proactive individual with good communication and ICT skills, capable of handling multiple tasks while

Qualifications

• Educated to at least A-Level standard (or equivalent).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills required.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up and maintain equipment and resources for practical lessons.
• Support demonstrations and experiments in Physics and Science lessons.
• Maintain laboratories, plants inventories and stock control; ensure safety standards.
• Assist staff with practical activities and new apparatus trials.
• Contribute to health and safety compliance across the department.

Skills

Organised

Communication

Attention to detail

Team player

ICT proficiency

Education

A-Level or equivalent

Job description

Term Time Only - Full-Time Hours

Wycombe High School is seeking to appoint a proactive, organised and enthusiastic Senior Physics Technician to support the delivery of outstanding Science education, particularly within Physics. This is a hands-on role at the heart of a busy and successful Science department, involving the preparation of practical lessons, maintenance of laboratories and equipment, and ensuring the highest standards of health and safety.

Senior Physics Technician

Term Time Only - Full-Time Hours

Wycombe High School is seeking to appoint a proactive, organised and enthusiastic Senior Physics Technician to support the delivery of outstanding Science education, particularly within Physics. This is a hands-on role at the heart of a busy and successful Science department, involving the preparation of practical lessons, maintenance of laboratories and equipment, and ensuring the highest standards of health and safety.

At Wycombe High School, we offer the opportunity to work in a friendly, vibrant and high-achieving school where staff wellbeing and professional support are genuinely valued. Benefits include membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, an Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing initiatives, Mental Health First Aiders, free on-site parking, a Cycle Scheme and a range of staff social activities.

Start Date: 4th of January 2027

Salary: Bucks Pay Scale 3, Points 16-20 (£29,114 - £31,230 FTE, pro rata)

Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday

Closing Date: Applications considered as received; we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

About The Role

As Senior Physics Technician, you will be responsible for preparing, setting up and maintaining equipment, materials and resources for practical lessons, demonstrations and experiments. You will work closely with teaching staff to support exciting hands-on learning experiences, assist with practical activities where required, maintain laboratories and specialist equipment, and help ensure the highest standards of health and safety are upheld across the department. You will also play an important role in stock control, equipment inventories, housekeeping, and trialling new practical activities and apparatus.

We are looking for a well-organised and self-motivated individual with excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Applicants should be educated to at least A-Level standard (or equivalent), ideally with a background in Physics or another Science discipline. The successful candidate will be confident using ICT, able to manage multiple priorities, and committed to providing outstanding support to both staff and students.

Wycombe High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and other pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. As part of our safer recruitment procedures, online searches will be carried out on shortlisted candidates. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and relevant pre‑employment checks.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.