Swale Academies Trust
Science Technician
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Science Technician - Westlands School
£25,316 - £26,378 FTE - SAT B
£22,993 - £23,957 Pro Rata
37 hours per week, Term Time Only + 5 SDD + 10 days in the holidays (41 weeks)
Start Date – November 2026
Interview Date – w/c 19th October 2026
We have an opportunity for a Science Technician to join our team at Westlands School.
As a Science Technician you will work with the teachers to provide support to staff and students, setting up resources and equipment for lessons and supporting structured and practical activities. You will be ensuring the safe treatment and disposal of used materials including hazardous substances, undertaking maintenance and cleaning of equipment and ordering and maintaining sufficient supplies of materials.
The successful candidate will need:
- Knowledge of appropriate use of relevant equipment (including handling hazardous substances safely) and ability to communicate this knowledge to staff and students.
- Thorough understanding of Health and Safety procedures especially as they relate to work in the specific environment (e.g. Laboratory).
- The ability to use basic technology (computer, video/DVD, photocopier etc.)
- Knowledge of policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety, security, equal opportunities and confidentiality
Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.
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About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.
We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.
Benefits
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
How to Apply
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, Assistant Headteacher, Samantha.payne@swale.at or 01795 477475.
Applications should be made via UK Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to wssrecruitment@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.
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If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact Recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989 (option 2).
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.
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.
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.
UK Teach advert for application:
https://www.ukteach.com/job/150555/science-technician-at-westlands-school
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