Biology and Chemistry Science Technician - Reading School
| Posting date: | 16 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £22,201 to £24,422 per year |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 13 April 2026 |
| Location: | Reading, Berkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Reading Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SCH3364 |
Summary
Starting September 2026
We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified Science Technician to provide effective support to our Biology and Chemistry departments. Reporting to the Senior Science Technician (Biology and
Chemistry), you will ensure a safe and efficient laboratory technical service is provided for students and teaching staff in both departments.
What you’ll do:
• Support the departments in the promotion and observance of a healthy and safe working environment.
• Ensure the laboratories, storerooms and preparation areas are clean, safe and in an orderly condition.
• Ensure equipment is in good order including carrying out routine and non-routine checking, cleaning, maintenance, calibration, testing and repair to the required standard.
• Provide technical advice and support in the classroom.
What we’re looking for:
• An efficient and meticulous organiser.
• An excellent communicator.
• Experience of working in a relevant discipline within a laboratory or similar environment is desirable, but not essential.
At Reading School, we have a clear educational philosophy and a deeply rooted commitment to social mobility. In all we do we seek to nurture character and develop academic excellence, and we know that
what we do really matters. More than 10% of our Year 7 students come from disadvantaged backgrounds and we are proud of the difference that we make. In 2026, the school was rated the Sunday Times South
East State Secondary School of the Year.
We are a short walk from central Reading and close to transport links. Reading is a diverse place to live with arts, culture and heritage at the heart of the town.
Hours of work: 37 hours per week, term time only plus one week (to include INSET days). Flexible working arrangements, including part-time hours or job sharing, will be considered and can be discussed at
interview.
Grade: RS03 Point 5 -11 depending on experience. Full-time equivalent £25,583 – £28,142 per annum pro
rata. Actual Salary: £22,201 – £24,422.
Deadline for Applications: Monday 13th April 2026
Application Process
To conform with our Safer Recruitment process, all applicants must complete an application via our recruitment portal. Links to the portal can be found on our website: https://www.reading-school.co.uk/vacancies
If you have any queries regarding our current vacancies or the Safer Recruitment process, please contact: hr@reading-school.co.uk
or by telephone: 0118 901 5600
We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified Science Technician to provide effective support to our Biology and Chemistry departments. Reporting to the Senior Science Technician (Biology and
Chemistry), you will ensure a safe and efficient laboratory technical service is provided for students and teaching staff in both departments.
What you’ll do:
• Support the departments in the promotion and observance of a healthy and safe working environment.
• Ensure the laboratories, storerooms and preparation areas are clean, safe and in an orderly condition.
• Ensure equipment is in good order including carrying out routine and non-routine checking, cleaning, maintenance, calibration, testing and repair to the required standard.
• Provide technical advice and support in the classroom.
What we’re looking for:
• An efficient and meticulous organiser.
• An excellent communicator.
• Experience of working in a relevant discipline within a laboratory or similar environment is desirable, but not essential.
At Reading School, we have a clear educational philosophy and a deeply rooted commitment to social mobility. In all we do we seek to nurture character and develop academic excellence, and we know that
what we do really matters. More than 10% of our Year 7 students come from disadvantaged backgrounds and we are proud of the difference that we make. In 2026, the school was rated the Sunday Times South
East State Secondary School of the Year.
We are a short walk from central Reading and close to transport links. Reading is a diverse place to live with arts, culture and heritage at the heart of the town.
Hours of work: 37 hours per week, term time only plus one week (to include INSET days). Flexible working arrangements, including part-time hours or job sharing, will be considered and can be discussed at
interview.
Grade: RS03 Point 5 -11 depending on experience. Full-time equivalent £25,583 – £28,142 per annum pro
rata. Actual Salary: £22,201 – £24,422.
Deadline for Applications: Monday 13th April 2026
Application Process
To conform with our Safer Recruitment process, all applicants must complete an application via our recruitment portal. Links to the portal can be found on our website: https://www.reading-school.co.uk/vacancies
If you have any queries regarding our current vacancies or the Safer Recruitment process, please contact: hr@reading-school.co.uk
or by telephone: 0118 901 5600
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