Job Description

Science Technician 36.35 Hours per Week

Term Time Only inclusive of Inset Days

Monday - Thursday 8.00am - 4.00pm; Friday 8.00am - 3.15pm (we can negotiate the hours for the right candidate)

Salary: Grade 3 25,186 - 26,246 per annum fte; actual salary 15,590 - 16,247

Here at The Costello School we know the importance of our people and how their work increases the life chances of the young people we serve. The role of Science Technician is integral to the smooth operation of the school and the enhanced opportunities we give to our students.

The Costello School is a popular school located close to the centre of the town of Basingstoke and is part of the Bohunt Education Trust. The school motto is enjoy, respect, achieve.

The science department is fully staffed by scientists and the technicians are regarded very much as part of the team. It is a busy department and no two days work will be the same. The department has eight labs.

We are looking for someone who:

Is committed to the school ethos and is enthusiastic about joining our school and the team

Has excellent communication skills and great attention to detail

Is able to work well as part of a team and also on their own

Is organised, resilient, with an ability to remain motivated when tackling challenging tasks

Is willing to develop their skills through training and support

The ideal candidate will have formal qualifications up to GCSE (including minimum Grade C GCSE or equivalent in Science, English and Maths) with sound ICT skills. A background in science or other related discipline is desirable but full training will be given.

Your role will mainly involve offering technical support to the science department under the direction of the senior technician, ensuring that equipment is functioning and ready for use, and that the correct materials are available for lessons. You will also ensure that the equipment is prepared, delivered and cleared away from labs in good time.

Other duties may include;

Assembling apparatus

Collecting, checking, and returning equipment to stores

Taking care of laboratory equipment and apparatus

Carrying out and arranging for maintenance and repair of resources

General laboratory cleaning (bench surfaces and fixed equipment)

Organising and storing chemicals and equipment

Stocktaking chemicals and/or equipment

Disposing of waste materials

Caring for plants and/or classroom animals

Trialling practical activities

Checking and repairing textbooks

Obtaining materials by local purchase

Keeping up to date with developments in practical science

Keeping up to date with Health and safety requirements

Carrying out Health and Safety checks on Laboratories, prep rooms, and stores.

Carrying out routine safety checks

In return we recognise your skills and commitment to us:

- A supportive learning environment

- The opportunity to make a difference

- A strong and extensive CPD programme

- The benefit of being part of a multi-academy trust offering the support of experienced colleagues across our schools and greater opportunities for career progression

- Amazing students and Wonderful colleagues

Please note the daily hours outlined include a 35 minute unpaid daily lunch break.

If you feel you have the right skills for this post please visit our website (https://www.costelloschool.co.uk/about/vacancies/) for an application form. Please submit your application to Jana Niebauerova, HR Assistant, The Costello School, Crossborough Hill, Basingstoke, RG21 4AL, Tel: 01256 321263, (HR@costello.hants.sch.uk). For your information please note CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications:

Monday 20th October 2025 9.00am

We reserve the right to invite suitable applicants to interview prior to the application deadline.

Bohunt Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships . The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS checks (including a self-disclosure form), online/social media checks and satisfactory references.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.05-13.60 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 20/10/2025