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Science Technician
Required January 2026
21 hours per week - days and times to be negotiated to fit candidate availability
38 weeks per year (term time only)
LG Scale 4 - Actual salary £12,847 - £13,046 (including fringe allowance)
We are looking to appoint a Science Technician to join a friendly and enthusiastic team who service a suite of 11 laboratories covering Years 7-13. Previous experience as a Science Technician in school and a recognised qualification are desirable but not essential as training will be given. Working days and times to be negotiated at interview, we are able to offer hours that will fit the successful candidate's availability around their commitments.
Information about the School
Mayflower High School is a happy, thriving and inclusive 11-18 comprehensive school which provides all students the opportunities with which to succeed. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share in this commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references. An online check will be carried out on shortlisted applicants.
Staff development, at all levels, is very important with an extensive programme of professional development which offers a whole range of opportunities for colleagues to develop their potential.
Further details are available on the school’s website at www.mayflowerhigh.essex.sch.uk. Please apply via the Application Form found under Vacancies and note that CVs alone are not acceptable.
We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.