Science Technician (x2 posts)

Connected Local Government; North East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority is seeking dedicated Science Technicians for a full-time role in North East England. The successful candidate will support teachers in delivering hands-on learning experiences, maintain teaching resources and ensure adherence to safety regulations. This permanent role includes working term time only plus a number of additional days, with a salary range of £25,185 to £25,989. Applications must be submitted by 19th January 2026.

Benefits

Annual leave and public holidays

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment for disabled individuals

Qualifications

• Experience in providing technical assistance in educational settings.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations in a school environment.
• Ability to maintain and prepare scientific resources and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and delivery of practical learning activities for students.
• Maintain and manage specialist resources for science education.
• Ensure safe storage and usage of materials and equipment.

Skills

Technical assistance

Health and safety adherence

Resource management

Education

Relevant technical qualification

Job description

Science Technician (2 posts)

Grade 3 (SCP4 – 6)

£25,185 - £25,989 pro‑ra

Permanent, Full Time, Term time only plus 10 days

37 hours, Monday to Thursday 7.30am – 3.30pm, Friday 7.30am – 3.00pm (including 30 minutes unpaid for lunch)

Required to start as soon as possible

Job Purpose

To work with teachers as part of a professional team to support learning by providing technical assistance through working with pupils in the delivery / demonstration of practical learning activities and the preparation and maintenance of teaching areas and equipment for pupils.

Main duties and responsibilities

1. Plan, prepare and set up specific resources / materials / equipment for lessons, as directed by the class teacher.
2. Contribute to the development of lesson and work plans by trialling new practical procedures.
3. Implement structured and agreed practical learning activities for groups or on a one-to‑one basis, as prepared by, and under the direction of, the class teacher.
4. Develop, prepare and maintain specialist resources as required.
5. Ensure the safe and secure storage of allocated resources / materials / equipment to prevent unauthorised access / misuse.
6. Clean and undertake maintenance of equipment as needed to ensure it is clean and in good working order.
7. Update records, including production of reports and analysis of information, maintain accurate records of stocks of chemicals and oversee ordering for the department with the supervision of the Subject Lead.
8. Contribute to planning and development of systems, policies and procedures for their technical area.

Additional responsibilities

1. Ensure the adherence to health and safety regulations by technical support staff within the school.
2. Supervise the training and development of other technical support staff, demonstrate the use of equipment to technical and other staff.
3. Provide clerical and administrative support to the classroom teacher as directed.
4. Order and maintain resources within an agreed budget.
5. Ensure the safe treatment and disposal of used materials, including hazardous substances, and respond to actual or potential hazards.
6. Other similar activities at the direction of the Subject Lead for Science.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

Term time only plus two additional weeks’ pay is calculated on the basis of the following:

• Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 38 weeks;
• Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days);
• Two additional weeks, inclusive of CPD – 2 weeks;
• Individual leave entitlement – 5.4 weeks (27 days) or 6.4 weeks (32 days)

Individual leave entitlement is calculated on the length of continuous service. Employees with less than 5 years’ service will receive 27 days annual leave. Employees with more than 5 years’ service will receive 32 days annual leave. For example: calculation for employees with less than 5 years’ service: 40 weeks (term time plus 2) + 27 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 47 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments.

Closing date: 19th January 2026 at 12.00 noon

Interview date: TBC

Application forms must be returned to the school.

Further information is available on the school website.

Contact details

Durham Johnston Comprehensive School
Crossgate Moor
Durham
DH1 4SU

Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.durhamjohnston.org.uk

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