Senior Science Technician
Brookfield Community School · Chesterfield · Derbyshire
Job description
The Role
Brookfield Community School is seeking to appoint a motivated and experienced Senior Science Technician to play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality science education.
Working closely with the Head of Science and teaching staff, you will support the work of staff and students in the school’s laboratories and classrooms, ensuring that practical lessons are well-prepared, safe and efficient.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone organised, proactive and passionate about supporting science education.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Work closely with science teachers to support teaching and learning across Key Stages
- Prepare, set up and clear away equipment, chemicals and materials for practical lessons
- Ensure laboratories, prep rooms and classrooms are safe, organised and well-maintained
- Oversee stock control, ordering and storage of equipment and resources
- Maintain accurate records, including health and safety documentation
- Support the development of practical activities, including testing and preparing experiments
- Lead on health and safety requirements (e.g. COSHH, CLEAPSS guidance)
- Provide guidance and support to other technicians where appropriate
- Liaise with science staff to ensure resources meet curriculum needs
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience working in a school laboratory or similar environment
- Has strong organisational and time management skills
- Demonstrates a good understanding of laboratory health and safety
- Is able to work independently and as part of a team
- Has a proactive, flexible and solution-focused approach
- Is committed to supporting students and staff to achieve the best outcomes
Why Join Us?
- A supportive and collaborative Science department
- A well-resourced learning environment
- Opportunities to develop skills and contribute to wider school life
- Part of a forward-thinking and inclusive school community
The Brookfield Community School ispart of Redhill Academy Trust. The School is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities for further information please visit the website.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Brookfield Community School
Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–18
- Pupils
- 1,168
- Avg teacher salary
- £47,049
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18.1:1
- Academy trust
- REDHILL ACADEMY TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 3NS
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- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Part time
- Posted
- 17 June 2026
- Closing date
- 25 September 2026
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