CLEAPSS Supporting practical science and technology
Current Technician Vacancies
The CLEAPSS Technician Job Service is a service provided to CLEAPSS members that allows members to post adverts for technician vacancies at their school or college onto this part of the CLEAPSS website. Anyone may browse the list of vacancies on this page and then apply for the job directly with the particular school or college.

Job seekers:

Please browse through the list of Science vacancies below. Further vacancies for Design Technology jobs can be found on our Technology Website. If you require any further information then please contact the school directly. Please do not contact CLEAPSS as we cannot give you any more information than that which already appears on the site.

Recruiters:

Members can click one of the links below to post a vacancy (you will need your membership details).

Please note that we cannot verify the accuracy of the information provided to us and applicants should check the details on the schools website or contact the school.

Science Technician (Term Time Only) £27,817-28,680
Prendergast School , London, Greater London
Start date: Immediate
Closing date for applications: 29 Apr 2024

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Full time

Main Duties:
  • See website below for details
Person Specification:
  • See website below for details
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Science Technician (Term Time Only) £24,294-26,421 (pro rata)
Belmont Community School, Durham, County Durham
Start date: 3 Jun 2024
Closing date for applications: 29 Apr 2024

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Full time

Main Duties:
  • Take a lead role in planning, developing and organising equipment, systems, policies and procedures for Science
  • Advise teaching staff on technical support to meet curriculum requirements.
  • Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations in relation to equipment and materials used by staff and students.
  • Manage, support and develop other technical support staff, ensuring they have required skills to provide technical support for teachers.
  • Develop and implement plans to safely and securely store allocated resources/materials/equipment.
  • Update records, including production of reports and analysis of information for the department.
  • Manage the budget for the purchase of technical materials and equipment and undertake regular audits of resources.
  • Ensure the safe treatment and disposal of used materials, including hazardous substances and respond to actual or potential hazards.
Person Specification:
  • Degree in a Science subject.
  • 4 GCSE passes A*-C or equivalent including Maths and English.
  • Fully supported by 2 referees
  • Experience of working in a school or with young people.
  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • Excellent time management and effective organisational skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
  • A knowledge of regulations involved in the safe disposal of waste materials.
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Science Technician (Term Time Only) £23,795-25,000 (pro rata)
Monkton Combe School, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
Start date: 27 Aug 2024
Closing date for applications: 30 Apr 2024

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Full time

Main Duties:
  • Follow all Health and Safety guidelines and safe working practices within the Science Department. Reference being made to the departmental Handbook and CLEAPSS Handbook
  • Prepare, set-up and check the apparatus, materials and reagents for demonstrations and practical work
  • Ensure all Physics equipment is in good working order by cleaning, testing and servicing at regular intervals. Organise for the servicing of equipment, where required
  • Set up displays and equipment for school Open Days and as needed on departmental display boards throughout the course of the academic year
  • Work approximately 6 hours per week supporting the Prep School science department
Person Specification:
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Lead Science Technician (Term Time Only) £28,282-31,364 (pro rata)
Watling Academy, Whitehouse, Milton Keynes
Start date: Immediate
Closing date for applications: 2 May 2024

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Full time

Main Duties:
  • See website below for details
Person Specification:
  • See website below for details
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Science Technician (Term Time Only) £20,539-20,539 (pro rata)
The Norton Knatchbull School, Ashford, Kent
Start date: Immediate
Closing date for applications: 3 May 2024

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Full time

Main Duties:
  • See website below for details
Person Specification:
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Senior Science Technician £33,438-35,577
Greig City Academy, London, Greater London
Start date: Immediate
Closing date for applications: 6 May 2024

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Full time

Main Duties:
  • the preparation and maintenance of stock and apparatus for lessons and experiments, ensuring they meet the needs of the science curriculum
  • responsibility for stock control and replenishment of materials, equipment, apparatus, software and chemicals
  • the provision of technical help, guidance and support to teachers and students
  • responsibility for the supervision, secure safekeeping and preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment, arranging repairs and ensuring proper functioning, adhering to health and safety standards
  • conducting safety checks, risks assessments and generally maintaining a safe working environment
  • the line management of a science technician
Person Specification:
  • a relevant science-based qualification
  • previous experience as a science technician
  • knowledge of health and safety regulations in a laboratory setting
  • excellent organisational and communication skills
  • the ability to work effectively in a team
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Science Technician (Term Time Only) £30,012-30,717 (pro rata)
King's College School Wimbledon, London, Greater London
Start date: 3 Jun 2024
Closing date for applications: 7 May 2024

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Full time

Main Duties:
  • • Following safety procedures within the relevant guidance and keeping up to date e.g., through CLEAPSS advice
  • • Preparing, setting out and clearing away apparatus and chemicals
  • • Preparing experiments and demonstrations
  • • Washing up glassware and cleaning apparatus
  • • Assembling, making, and repairing equipment
  • • Servicing the laboratories and other practical areas in the departments, maintaining class sets of equipment kept in each laboratory
  • • Stock keeping and advising team leader of impending shortfalls.
  • • Preparing the requirements of individual coursework projects
  • • Helping and advising staff with their apparatus needs
  • • Checking inventories and maintaining records
Person Specification:
  • • We would welcome applicants with expertise in Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Some experience of microbiology or the ability to carry out equipment maintenance and repair would be desirable, but this
  • • Must be a team player, with excellent communication skills.
  • • Should have strong organisational skills, the ability to plan ahead, anticipate problems and manage time efficiently
  • • Be adaptable in a fast-paced environment
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Science Technician (Term Time Only) £23,635-25,606 (pro rata)
Cobham Free School, Cobham, Surrey
Start date: 2 Sep 2024
Closing date for applications: 12 May 2024

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Full time

Main Duties:
  • To provide practical and technical support to teaching staff and pupils in the Science department.
  • To ensure the Science department’s equipment and facilities are kept clean, tidy and in a safe condition.
Person Specification:
  • One or more GCSE science (or an equivalent qualification) at a good pass grade
  • GCSE Maths & Englsih
  • Ideally a related subject at ‘A’ level or equivalent.
  • Working in a similar role in a school or in an organisation - desirable not essential
  • Experience of providing technical support at KS3, GCSE or A level - desirable not essential
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Senior Science Technician (Term Time Only) £20,843-24,174
Stafford Grammar School, Burton Manor, Stafford, Staffordshire
Start date: Immediate
Closing date for applications: 14 Jun 2024

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Full time

Main Duties:
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Person Specification:
  • A relevant science based qualification
  • An energetic and knowledgeable technician who is able to communicate real enthusiasm for the subject(s)
  • Excellent subject knowledge and effective organisational skills
  • The post-holder must be committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of young people and to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of this post.
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