Senior Science Technician
| Posting date: | 13 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £29,540 FTE (Actual £25,449) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 March 2026 |
| Location: | Chichester, PO19 8RB |
| Company: | TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 3298 |
Summary
Job Advert
Senior Science Technician
37 Hours, Term Time Only
Salary WSCC Grade 7 pt 14 £29,540 FTE (Pro rata Salary £25,449)
Chichester High School is a thriving and aspirational secondary school in Chichester West Sussex providing high quality education
from the ages of 11 through to our Outstanding Sixth Form. Are you passionate about science and ready to take the lead in a
thriving secondary school environment Chichester High School is seeking to appoint a Senior Science Technician who can bring
energy, precision and leadership to our dynamic science department. This is more than just a technical role; it's a chance to
shape the learning experience of young minds and support a team committed to excellence.
The successful candidate will be the backbone of practical science delivery. You’ll oversee the preparation of experiments,
maintain equipment and labs to the highest standards, and ensure health and safety protocols are not just met but championed.
You’ll also supervise another technician, guiding their development and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. From managing stock
and budgets to supporting lessons and providing first aid, your role will be central to the success of the department.
In return, we can offer you:
A varied and interesting role which has a positive impact on children’s education,
A supportive, hard-working and committed team of staff and governors
Free parking on school site
DAS Employee Assistance Programme
Free Eye Tests at Specsavers
Cycle to work scheme
TKAT Wider Wallet (our employee discount site).
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual
experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications
from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
Senior Science Technician
37 Hours, Term Time Only
Salary WSCC Grade 7 pt 14 £29,540 FTE (Pro rata Salary £25,449)
Chichester High School is a thriving and aspirational secondary school in Chichester West Sussex providing high quality education
from the ages of 11 through to our Outstanding Sixth Form. Are you passionate about science and ready to take the lead in a
thriving secondary school environment Chichester High School is seeking to appoint a Senior Science Technician who can bring
energy, precision and leadership to our dynamic science department. This is more than just a technical role; it's a chance to
shape the learning experience of young minds and support a team committed to excellence.
The successful candidate will be the backbone of practical science delivery. You’ll oversee the preparation of experiments,
maintain equipment and labs to the highest standards, and ensure health and safety protocols are not just met but championed.
You’ll also supervise another technician, guiding their development and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. From managing stock
and budgets to supporting lessons and providing first aid, your role will be central to the success of the department.
In return, we can offer you:
A varied and interesting role which has a positive impact on children’s education,
A supportive, hard-working and committed team of staff and governors
Free parking on school site
DAS Employee Assistance Programme
Free Eye Tests at Specsavers
Cycle to work scheme
TKAT Wider Wallet (our employee discount site).
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual
experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications
from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
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