Senior Science Technician

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensbridge School in Birmingham seeks a Senior Science Technician for a permanent full-time role. The successful candidate will support the delivery of the science curriculum by coordinating practical resources and ensuring safety compliance. Offering a nurturing environment, personal development opportunities, and commitment to staff wellbeing. Salary is competitive, and interviews will take place on July 10, 2025.

Benefits

Positive learning culture

Commitment to personal development

Supportive workplace prioritizing wellbeing

Discounted medical insurance

Pension scheme access

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Previous administrative experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate the use of practical resources for science.
• Lead maintenance of equipment and oversee other technicians.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety protocols.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Empathy

Patience

Resilience

Job description

QUEENSBRIDGE SCHOOL

Queensbridge Road, Moseley, Birmingham, B13 8QB

Senior Science Technician

GR3A £26,409 (SCP9) - £27,711 (SCP12) pro rata

(Actual Salary £24,351.67-£25,552.24)

Permanent

Full Time 36.5 hours per week Term Time plus Two Weeks

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Science Department and Queensbridge School is looking to recruit a strong Senior Science Technician who will share our determination to transform the life chances of our 900 pupils.

As the Senior Science Technician you will co-ordinate the use of practical resources and support the effective delivery of the science curriculum. You will liaise with staff to support high-quality science teaching.

About the Role:

• Provide technical guidance, ensuring safe and efficient preparation of materials
• Lead on the maintenance of equipment
• Oversee the work of other technicians
• Contribute to health and safety compliance, including support with the development and implementation of laboratory safety protocols and risk assessments
• Assist with the organisation and delivery of enrichment activities, trips or science events as required

About You:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Organisational skills
• Commitment to education and ensuring equal opportunities
• Previous administrative experience
• You will need empathy, patience and resilience

We can offer you;

• A positive and high performing learning culture supported by students, staff, parents and governors

• A commitment to your own personal development with a high-quality programme for all staff at all stages of their professional career

• A friendly and supportive workplace that prioritises wellbeing

• Discounted access to BSHF medical insurance for you and your family Enrolment into the West Midlands Pension Scheme

Closing Date: Monday 7^th July at 9am

Interviews: Thursday 10^th July 2025

Informal visits to our school welcome. Potential applicants should ensure that they read our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and our Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy.

Should you require an application pack then please visit our web site: www.queensbridge.bham.sch.uk

The School and all its staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. The successful candidate will be subject to necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.

An online search will also be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of due diligence on all shortlisted candidates.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak English fluently is an essential requirement for this role.