Senior Science Laboratory Technician - St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy

WMJobs; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education institution is seeking a Senior Science Laboratory Technician to join their team at St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy. The role requires someone enthusiastic and organized to support the Science department across various key stages. Compensation is competitive, and an induction program and professional development opportunities will be provided.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and hardworking individual with necessary knowledge.
• Ability to support teaching of young people.
• Experience in managing laboratory resources.

Responsibilities

• Preparing practical resources including equipment and chemicals.
• Line managing the science technician.
• Administrative support for the Science department.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of science subjects

Job description

Senior Science Laboratory Technician - St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy

Join to apply for the Senior Science Laboratory Technician - St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy role at WMJobs

Senior Science Laboratory Technician - St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Senior Science Laboratory Technician - St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy role at WMJobs

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

St. Margaret Ward catholic academy (part of The Newman Catholic Collegiate),

St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy

Little Chell Lane, Tunstall

Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 6LZ

Tel: [phone]

e-mail: [e-mail]

NOR: 1162 (including the Sixth Form)

Senior Science Laboratory Technician

37 Hours Term Time Only (Required For September 2025)

Level 5 point 7-12: Actual Salary £22,377 to £24,791

Inflationary rise for April 2025 yet to be agreed but expected to be in line with inflation. This will be back dated from 1st April 2025.

We wish to appoint an enthusiastic and hardworking person who has the necessary knowledge, initiative, organisational skills and attention to detail to be able to support our excellent Science department in their teaching of our young people. Working under the direction of the Head of Department, you will be responsible for preparing all practical resources, including equipment and chemicals across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 (Biology, Chemistry and Physics) as well as line managing the science technician and playing an integral role in the administrative running of the department. This vacancy has arisen due to the previous post-holder progressing to a teaching role

The successful candidate will receive appropriate induction and professional development upon appointment. Those seeking part time/job share arrangements are welcome to apply.

The Academy are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all of its employees to share this commitment. This post is subject to the

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Amendment

Order 1986 and, as such, it will be necessary for a Submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous convictions. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online/social media check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, September 2023.

The Newman Catholic Collegiate will be merging with The Painsley Catholic Academy (which will be called St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi Academy Trust (St Gabriel)) on 1st November 2025. This means that as of that date, all The Newman Catholic Collegiate employees will TUPE over to St Gabriel on their existing pay and conditions. This is a very routine process and is being done in full consultation with staff, HR advisors and unions. Should you have any concerns about this, please get in touch.

Potential candidates are welcome to visit the school by appointment. Application forms and further details are available

on the Academy website and also from Mrs C Hollins (Academy Manager) on 01782 883037 or [e-mail]

Closing date: Monday 7 July 2025 (noon)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Human Resources Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at WMJobs by 2x

Get notified about new Senior Laboratory Technician jobs in Greater Stoke-on-Trent Area.

Stoke-On-Trent, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

Research Scientist (Chemistry) - AI Trainer

Stoke-On-Trent, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago

Graduate Research Intern, Chemistry - AI Trainer

Stoke-On-Trent, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago

Stoke-On-Trent, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago

Stoke-On-Trent, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.