Science Technician
The Whitby High School · Ellesmere Port · Cheshire West and Chester
Job description
Grade 5
35 hours Per Week
39 Weeks Per Year
Pro Rata: £21,216 to £23,480
Full-Time Equivalent: £25,989 to £28,142
We are seeking someone to provide a practical, daily technician service to members of the teaching staff in the Science Department through the preparation and provision of equipment, apparatus and chemicals to enable students to carry out laboratory experiments, projects and examination work.
To view the Person Specification and Job Description for this role, follow this link - Application Pack
We would like to hear from candidates who are:
- Committed to High Quality Inclusive Practice
- Committed to Safeguarding and the Wellbeing of our school community
- Able to motivate and inspire students to achieve their full potential
- Energetic with a can-do attitude
- Able to communicate effectively with students, staff and other stakeholders
- Committed to contributing to the personal development of every child.
In return, we will offer you:
- High quality induction
- Friendly and supportive staff
- Commitment to support your professional development
- Attractive pension plan
- Opportunity for additional paid duties
- Flexible start / finish times and negotiation around hours considered
- Free Gym facilities
- Active and well-funded staff wellbeing group
- Ample free onsite staff parking facilities
You are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time, once we have received sufficient applications. References can be requested after appointment if requested.
Our school community places the highest priority on keeping our children safe. Applicants for all posts will be subject to stringent vetting including online searches for shortlisted candidates.
The Whitby High School is an equal opportunities employer.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
The Whitby High School
Foundation school · Secondary · Ages 11–18
- Pupils
- 1,477
- Avg teacher salary
- £48,549
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 15.5:1
- Academy trust
- Seahorse Educational Trust
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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Location
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Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West and Chester, CH66 2NU
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- Salary
- £21,216.00 - £23,480.00 Annually (Actual) Full-Time Equivalent: £25,989 to £28,142
- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Part time
- Posted
- 10 August 2026
- Closing date
- 30 September 2026
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