Senior Science Technician

inploi; Wigan; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A Catholic high school in Wigan is seeking a Senior Science Technician to provide technical and scientific assistance to enhance the educational experience in science. The role involves preparing laboratories, maintaining equipment, and supporting a small team across various science disciplines. Candidates must have a science qualification to A level standard and experience in a school or college setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as a science technician in a school or college setting.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Enthusiastic and methodical approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support across all sciences.
• Prepare laboratories for practical classes.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and safe storage of chemicals.

Skills

Good communication skills

Leadership potential

Organisational skills

Education

Science qualification (A level standard)

Job description

Overview

St Mary’s Catholic High School is located in Astley, Tyldesley, Manchester Road, M29 7EE. Salary is Grade 6, £26,593 - £29,346 per annum. This is a permanent post for a Senior Science Technician working 37 hours per week term time plus 3 weeks working 41 weeks per year. The appointment is required as soon as possible.

The Governors of this 11-18 Catholic high school and college are looking to appoint a Senior Science Technician to provide the Science Faculty with quality technical and scientific assistance, in order to enhance the quality of educational experiences offered to students in science.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work as part of a small team across all sciences to provide technical support.
• Prepare equipment and laboratories for practical classes; assist with demonstrations.
• Maintain standard laboratory equipment and resources; ensure the safe storage of chemicals.
• Work to high levels of health and safety within the science department.
• Contribute to a learning environment for KS3 Science, GCSE Science (AQA Triple and Trilogy), A Level Science (Biology, Chemistry and Physics) and Level 3 Medical Science.
• Provide flexible support to meet changing demands and priorities of the role; represent the school in a professional and friendly manner.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience as a science technician in a school or college setting.
• Appropriate science qualification (to A level standard).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organised, methodical, enthusiastic, with leadership potential to lead a small team.

Requirements and Conditions

• Full details and application documents are available from the school’s website.
• Wigan Local Authority and the School Governing Body are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to Enhanced Disclosure procedures.
• Interview date: Tuesday 14th October 2025. This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check. The employer is committed to safeguarding.
• Applications forms are to be returned to the school.

How to Apply / Further Information

For further information or to arrange a visit, contact Tricia Foster, Human Resources Manager, by e-mail at [e-mail].

Full details of this post, including the CES Support Staff Application form and associated documents, are available to download from the school’s website: https://www.stmaryschs.org.uk.

The following statements are included as part of safeguarding and welfare:
The Wigan Local Authority and the School Governing Body are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to Enhanced Disclosure procedures. The employer is committed to safeguarding.

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