Senior Science Technician

TSAT; Chatham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Senior Science Technician to join their dedicated team. The role involves delivering technical support to students and teachers, managing laboratory workflows, and overseeing practical science education. Applicants should bring experience and a passion for enhancing students' learning journeys.

Benefits

Competitive Pay Scales

Performance Related Pay

Pension Scheme Membership

Collaborative Support

Training Opportunities

Staff Wellbeing Focus

Fitness and Wellness Benefits

Refer a Friend Scheme

Blue Light Card Discounts

Convenient Parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing science lab workflows.
• Ability to support practical and technical curriculum aspects.
• Experience in line managing a technician team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver learning to students through technical advice.
• Prepare resources for safe practical work.
• Manage workflows for the Science Technician team.

Skills

Technical advice

Practical skills demonstration

Resource management

Education

Experience as a Science Technician

Job description

About The Role

Are you someone who loves working with young people and making a difference in their learning journey?

Due to internal progression, Holcombe Grammar School are recruiting a Senior Science Technician to join their team. The successful candidate will be an experienced science technician who can manage their own and their colleagues’ workflows, together with providing high quality support to students and science teachers.

As Senior Science Technician, you will;

• Deliver learning to students by providing technical advice.
• Support in the practical and technical aspects of the curriculum by preparing and providing resources.
• Organise and manage resources for safe and secure practical work.
• Demonstrate and teach practical skills.

The Senior Science Technician will line manage the Science Technician team, and will be responsible for the technical disciplines of experimental and practical work.

About Us

Holcombe Grammar School, part of The Thinking Schools Academy Trust, is an ambitious and supportive inclusive learning community, where life chances are transformed. We are a selective 11-18 boys’ school with a large and expanding mixed Sixth Form.

At Holcombe Grammar School our aim is that students develop into successful, well rounded, confident young people who are equipped with the academic and life skills necessary to thrive in the modern world. Whatever an individual’s background, we strive to ensure that our highly capable students are given the academic and intellectual tools to help them structure their thinking and learning effectively.

“Pupils at Holcombe Grammar School … experience an inclusive, welcoming and supportive environment in school. The school community takes opportunities to celebrate its diversity often.” Ofsted March 2024

To find out more about our school, please clickhere.

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools across the South West, South, South East and East of England, consisting of early years, primary, secondary and specialist provision.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. That’s why we invest in our people and are recognised as the Multi Academy Trust Association Employer of the Year for 2025/2026, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils.

Learn more about our Vision and Values here

What our Trust will offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales:Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
• Pension Scheme Membership:Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support:Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Training:Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing:Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Fitness and Wellness:Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy, Rochester Grammar School, and Maritime Academy.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will bepart of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

What you need to do now:

If you are interested in working in our school,benefitting from a supportive network of staff across ourTrustwe would encourage you to apply.

Early applications areencouragedand we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

For an informal chat about this position please contact Donna Read via email at ([e-mail]).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questionsregardingthis process, please [e-mail]