Job description
Science Technician
22.5 hours per week, Term Time plus Inset days
Grade 3 points 5 – 7 £25,583 - £26,403 per annum, pro rata
Actual salary £13,366- £13,794
Permanent - Start date: September 2026
An exciting opportunity has emerged for a Science Technician to join our esteemed Science Department, delivering outstanding technical support to the science team and enhancing teaching and learning throughout the science curriculum. The perfect candidate will assist both teachers and students during practical activities, manage inventory, coordinate equipment maintenance, and handle various administrative duties related to the department. While a chemistry background and experience in a school setting are preferred, they are not essential.
The successful candidate will:
- A practical, methodical approach with good planning and effective organisational skills.
- Ability to cope with competing demands and strict deadlines.
- Work effectively and confidently with young people.
- Work effectively as part of a team, with strong organisational and communication skills.
- Have a great sense of humour and a positive ‘can do’ attitude.
About this school
Frome Community College
Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 13–18
- Pupils
- 1,284
- Avg teacher salary
- £46,302
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 17.6:1
- Academy trust
- MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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Location
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Frome, Somerset, BA11 2HQ