Biology and Chemistry Science Technician - Reading School
| Posting date: | 17 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 April 2026 |
| Location: | Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5LW |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | d79e51b7-8127-4048-aaf8-68c0d74b1283 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
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.
What the school offers its staff
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 prorata. Actual Salary: £22,201 – £24,422.Deadline for Applications: Monday 13th April 2026Application 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/vacanciesIf you have any queries regarding our current vacancies or the Safer Recruitment process, please contact:hr@reading-school.co.ukor by telephone: 0118 901 5600
Commitment to safeguarding
Reading School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS Disclosure and complete relevant pre-employment checks in line with our Safer Recruitment policy. Full details of our Safeguarding - Staff Recruitment Policy can be found on our website.
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.
What the school offers its staff
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 prorata. Actual Salary: £22,201 – £24,422.Deadline for Applications: Monday 13th April 2026Application 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/vacanciesIf you have any queries regarding our current vacancies or the Safer Recruitment process, please contact:hr@reading-school.co.ukor by telephone: 0118 901 5600
Commitment to safeguarding
Reading School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS Disclosure and complete relevant pre-employment checks in line with our Safer Recruitment policy. Full details of our Safeguarding - Staff Recruitment Policy can be found on our website.