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Science Technician

Daubeney Academy · Bedford · Bedford

Job description

Science Technician

Location: Daubeney Academy, Bedford

Contract Type: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term time only + training days)

Salary: Level 2 Point 4-5 £22,513 - £22,869

Closing Date: Monday 9th November 2026

We are looking for a hard working individual to provide and prepare all equipment, chemicals and specimens for practical sessions and examinations including constructing, setting up and dismantling equipment as required by the teaching staff.

Main duties will include advising and supporting teaching staff in the safe and proper use of equipment and contributing to demonstrations as required. You will contribute to the maintenance of the laboratories and equipment in a clean, safe and tidy condition at all times and assist with the racking, storage and control of stock in accordance with health and safety guidance and school policies.

Full training, support and induction will be provided.

If you have an unwavering commitment to safeguarding young people, high levels of personal resilience and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, then we want to hear from you.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are unable to accept CVs

We thank you for your interest in this role.

For further information, please contact Taniform Ayunifor, Associate Leader For Science, email; tayunifor@daubeneyacademy.co.uk

We offer a range of employee benefits:

A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training
Exceptional CPD and development / promotional opportunities
Refer a friend scheme
Generous pension schemes
Employee assistance programme
Employee of the month scheme
Diverse workplace

The closing date for applications is Monday 9th November 2026

Visit our website: https://www.daubeneyacademy.co.uk

Follow us on Twitter: @DaubeneyAcademy

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About this school

Daubeney Academy

Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–16

Not rated

Pupils: 561
Avg teacher salary: £48,924
Pupil:teacher ratio: 18.7:1
Academy trust: CHILTERN LEARNING TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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