FULL TIME, TERM TIME PLUS 3 WEEKS 

PERMANENT 

Grade 6 £27,514 - £30,015 (£24,445 - £28,318 pro rata) 

Pay award pending 

Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive? Do you have the resilience, initiative, and compassion to make a difference every day? Huntington School is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Senior Science Technician to join our outstanding science department.  

‘This is a school full of opportunities. The school opens doors to new experiences and broadens pupils’ horizons. Pupils are polite, friendly and highly motivated to do their absolute best’ Ofsted 2023 

As a Senior Science Technician, you’ll be at the heart of daily school life, ensuring every student receives the practical science support they need to succeed. Under the guidance of the Subject Leader, you will: 

• Support a team of Science Technicians to prepare and maintain laboratory equipment and materials for science lessons and experiments. 

• Ensure all health and safety regulations are adhered to within the laboratory environment. 

• Support teaching staff in the delivery of practical science lessons. 

• Manage the inventory of chemicals and equipment, ensuring stock levels are maintained. 

• Provide technical support and guidance to students during laboratory sessions. 

• Assist in the development and implementation of new experiments and practical activities. 

• Maintain accurate records of laboratory activities and equipment maintenance. 

Qualifications and Experience: 

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs or equivalent proficiency, including English and Maths. 

• Previous experience working as a science technician, preferably in an educational setting. 

• Strong knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and procedures. 

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal 

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Beth Mottram (Assistant Headteacher in charge of Science) b.mottram@huntington-ed.org.uk  

The school is also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  We require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. 

We are unable to accept CVs in place of application forms. Please download a job description and an application form from the links below . Completed application forms should be returned either by email to vacancies@huntington-ed.org.uk. or by post to Vacancies, Huntington School, Huntington Road, Huntington, York, YO32 9WT.   

We are an equal opportunities employer. If you require any additional support to enable you to make an application, please contact Paula Edwards, PA to Senior Leadership Team: by email to p.edwards@huntington-ed.org.uk. 

Closing date: 9.00am, Thursday 17th July 

Interviews will be held on Monday 21st July.