Science Technician
About This Role
We are seeking
to appoint a Science Technician to join us on a permanent basis as soon as possible. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in the science
department of our highly successful academy.
The core purpose
of the role is to provide full technician support to teaching staff
particularly in the preparation of equipment, chemicals, specimens and other
resources for class practical work, demonstrations, assessments and
examinations. Supporting the wider functioning of the faculty and physics,
chemistry and biology subject areas. Consult with teaching staff across
the faculty to ensure delivery of the necessary support to facilitate
high-quality teaching and learning in science. Support a collaborative and
supportive ethos across the faculty and more widely across the academy.
Personal
Qualities
The successful
applicant should have qualifications in Maths and English at minimum C grade
GCSE (grade 4) or equivalent Level 2 qualification. It is also essential that
the applicant is educated to A level standard of education or equivalent.
Applicants
should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have a high level of commitment and
ability to focus on fostering the teaching and learning and personal
development of Year 7 to 13 students.
Responsibilities
of the Post Holder
Responsibilities
of the post holder will be in accordance with the Science Technician job
description.
Remuneration
and Working Time
The hours of
work required for the role are 37 hours per week, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (Monday –
Thursday) and 8.00 am – 3.30 pm on (Friday) with 30 minutes unpaid lunch, term
time only.
Annual salary
will be in accordance with the Academy’s Support Staff Pay Scale, which for
appointment for a full-time post currently involves a salary of Band 3, Point
17 in the range of point 17–25 with an actual starting salary of £20,818.29 per
annum (2026/27 pay awards pending).
Application
Process
If you are
interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application,
please email Mrs Dorcas Ologunde, Director of Human Resources, at d.ologunde@plume.essex.sch.uk, to arrange a telephone conversation.
We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our team.
The Director of Human Resources will be pleased to discuss the post and provide
further information about the academy.
To apply please
complete the Online Plume Academy application form (https://plumetrust.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-PT-0140
). This must be completed and
submitted to HR@plume.essex.sch.uk by the closing date stated
(unaccompanied CVs or third-party application forms will not be accepted).
Closing
Date: 12:00 on Monday 27 April 2026. Interviews may be held sooner upon receipt
of application.
Interviews
are likely to take place during that week commencing Monday, 27 April 2026.
Plume
Academy remains fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers, and trustees to
share this commitment.
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