Science Technician

Science Technician

Salary: NJC Grade D (scp 8-14, £26,824 - £29,540 FTE) Actual Salary £21,732

Basis: Permanent

Hours: 35 hours per week x 39 weeks per year (term time plus 1 week)

Location: Across the Trust (based at Hele’s School currently).

Required to start on: 1st September 2026

The Science Technician supports the effective operation of the trust and works to uphold and promote its vision and values. To contribute to the achievement of the School’s Mission and strategic objectives by working as a member of the Science Team, providing effective, flexible and efficient practical support to the Science Department.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Hele’s School and Westcountry Schools Trust. Hele’s is a supportive, friendly and oversubscribed learning community with a very good reputation. We wish to appoint an exceptional candidate, who possesses energy and creativity. If you are motivated by the prospect of being part of ‘Team Hele’s’ and by working alongside others who share a passion and determination to provide the very best opportunities of our young people, then we would very much welcome your application.

If you would like to join us and feel you could thrive in a collegiate and positive atmosphere, then we’d love to hear from you!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and have ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of young people.

We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications irrespective of race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation and/or age. We value the individuality and creativity that every worker potentially brings to the workforce.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references - references will be sought prior to interview. Proof of qualifications is compulsory.