Dorset Council UK
Science (Biology) Technician - Ferndown Upper School
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Science (Biology) Technician
Job Ref: XS4.5a
Grade 5 SCP 5-6 - £13.26 to £13.47 per hour, £22,103 - £22,453 pro rated per annum (pay award pending).
37 hours per week
Term time plus Staff Training Days
Required to start as soon as possible in September 2026, a Science Laboratory Technician to provide specialist technical support to teaching staff within the Science Laboratories. A specific knowledge of Biology is essential, although a flexibility to work within our other Sciences would be required.
You will:
- Be familiar with the safe and proper use of any specialist equipment and chemicals used in the laboratories
- Have previous practical experience in a Science work area
- Be willing to learn new skills
- Have an awareness of health & safety requirements
- Possess good interpersonal skills and able to work as part of a team
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You will have:
- A vocational or academic qualification in Science at NVQ Level 3 or above
- Specialist knowledge of Biology
What Ferndown Can Offer You
- CPD opportunities and training and development programmes
- Personalised induction, supported by a mentor
- Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Access to health and wellbeing support
- Private Healthcare Cashback Plan including 24/7 access to a GP by phone, gym discounts, cashback for optical, dental and other appointment expenses
- Access to staff benefits and discounts portal through Dorset Council
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Application Form and Job Description available via Dorset Jobs or our school website. If you require any further information, please contact Andrea Baxter in the HR Office on 01202 871243 andreabaxter@fernup.dorset.sch.uk
Closing date: Midnight Monday 31st August 2026.
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