Senior Science Technician
| Posting date: | 01 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,614 to £30,201 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £26,013 - £27,429 Pro Rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 September 2025 |
| Location: | ME10 1PF |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Swale Academies Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
We have an opportunity to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic Senior Science Technician. Experience in the methodology of standard practicals is essential, along with awareness of the Health & Safety requirements of the role.
The successful candidate will:
Be responsible for ensuring that a safe, effective and efficient laboratory technical service is provided for use by students and teaching staff.
Provide technical advice and assistance in the classroom to support students and to assist teaching staff.
Coordinate the use and development of practical resources and facilities within the science department.
Assist the head of department in the line management of all science technicians including their induction, training and performance management.
Ensure that health and safety requirements and other relevant regulations are in place and adhered to, including the completion and recording of necessary tasks.
The ideal candidate will be a team player with a forward thinking approach, have excellent organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and be receptive to change.
We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Join us to benefit from:
Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
Enhanced Maternity Pay
Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
Access to training and development
On-site Parking
Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
Cycle to Work scheme
Ready to join us?
If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Samantha Payne, at Samatha.payne@swale.at.
Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to wssrecruitment@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.
If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact Recruitment@swale.at.
We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.
In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.
Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.
Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure
Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.
The successful candidate will:
Be responsible for ensuring that a safe, effective and efficient laboratory technical service is provided for use by students and teaching staff.
Provide technical advice and assistance in the classroom to support students and to assist teaching staff.
Coordinate the use and development of practical resources and facilities within the science department.
Assist the head of department in the line management of all science technicians including their induction, training and performance management.
Ensure that health and safety requirements and other relevant regulations are in place and adhered to, including the completion and recording of necessary tasks.
The ideal candidate will be a team player with a forward thinking approach, have excellent organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and be receptive to change.
We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Join us to benefit from:
Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
Enhanced Maternity Pay
Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
Access to training and development
On-site Parking
Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
Cycle to Work scheme
Ready to join us?
If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Samantha Payne, at Samatha.payne@swale.at.
Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to wssrecruitment@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.
If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact Recruitment@swale.at.
We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.
In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.
Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.
Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure
Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.