Job Description

Bede's Trust currently has a fantastic opportunity within our Senior School to join us as a Science Technician.

In this role, you would be supporting our Head Technician in the delivery of Science provisions, assisting in the creation and delivery of laboratory experiment orders, as well as assisting Teachers and Technicians with day-to-day requests.

You will be responsible for carrying out the preparation and cleaning of equipment for practical science, as well as the tidying and cleaning of the laboratory facilities, checking practical provisions, reporting any problems through the appropriate channels, carrying out periodic safety checks on specialist equipment, and dealing with emergencies in lessons such as breakages and spills.

We are looking for someone with a high regard for quality of work, and attention to detail, who also has the ability to follow a defined work flow, meet deadlines, and have the ability to multitask. For this role, we will be considering both experienced Technicians and Apprentices who we can train into the role.

This is a Permanent contract working Part-Time, 34.5 hours per week, 37 weeks per year. (Term-Time only, plus an additional 4 weeks) consisting of the following working hours:

Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 8:00 - 15:00 with an unpaid 30 minute break per day. Wednesday & Friday 8:00 - 17:00 with an unpaid 30 minute break per day
Offering an attractive salary of 17,002.98 plus holiday pay (27,781.26 Full-Time Equivalent) along with a range of staff benefits including:

A generous company pension with salary exchange options Employee Assistance Programme Retail Discounts Aviva Digital GP app - swift and convenient access to a GP via video consultation Free use of School gym & pool facilities/discounted nationwide gym membership, Eye care vouchers, Refer a Friend Scheme Beneficiary Nominations (Death in Service), Complimentary Lunch provided Free onsite parking at the Senior School.
We welcome applications from all sectors of the community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our community. We consider the most important factor to be the right skills, abilities and attitude for the job which will ultimately improve the well-being and education of the pupils.

To find out more about this role and how to apply, please visit our website here:

https://bedes.ciphr-irecruit.com/Applicants/vacancy/229/Science-Technician

Bede's cannot accept applications on Indeed and you must ensure to apply through our website via the link above before the closing date.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact recruitment@bedes.org. Please note that we are unable to accept CV's, applicants must add their full education and employment history to their application.

Application Closing Date:

Monday 6th October 2025 at 8am.

Bede's Trust is committed to building a truly inclusive school and cultivating a culture of equality, diversity and kindness. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our students and wider society. We are an equal opportunity employer and in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expressions, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

Bede's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.32 per hour

Expected hours: 34.5 per week

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking On-site gym On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Store discount
Work Location: In person