Science Technician
Ladybridge HighBolton, North West
AI insight: this role at a glance
This Science Technician role at Ladybridge High School involves coordinating the use of practical resources and providing technical assistance to the Science Department. The ideal candidate will have practical knowledge of science equipment and resources, experience working with children, and strong interpersonal skills. This role suits someone who is organized, able to work under pressure, and has excellent communication skills.
Key points
- Actual salary £21,731.10 to £23,531.34
- Full-time, term-time only contract with 37 hours per week
- Location: Bolton
- Permanent contract with option for part-time or job share
- Enhanced DBS clearance required
- Closing date: Aug 31, 2026 (but application deadline is Sep 10, 2026)
You'll need
- Practical knowledge of science equipment and resources
- Experience working within a science-related environment or background in science
- Experience working with children or young people
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Excellent verbal and written communication
Helps to have
- Previous experience in a similar post
How to stand out
- 1Review the school's website and recruitment pack to understand the school's ethos and approach
- 2Tailor your application form and letter to the person specification, highlighting relevant experience and skills
- 3Emphasize your ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines, as well as your strong interpersonal skills
- 4Consider visiting the school before applying to get a sense of the school community and atmosphere
- 5Ensure you have a full employment history with no unexplained gaps, as safer recruitment practice will be followed
- 6Be prepared to discuss your experience working with children and young people, and how you can contribute to the school's mission
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Job description
Science Technician
Grade D SCP 06 to 11
37 hours per week, term time only
Actual salary £21,731.10 to £23,531.34
(part-time and job share will also considered)
Permanent contract
Ladybridge High School is a happy and successful school with a clear mission and agreed beliefs that are shared as a school community. We are focused on enabling our learners to achieve excellent academic progress whilst developing personal qualities that enable them to thrive in the future. A film about our distinctive ethos and approach can be seen through this link.
The wonderfully diverse population of learners, the emphasis on professional learning for staff and the friendly atmosphere make Ladybridge an interesting and enjoyable place to work.
We strongly believe in allowing our staff to carry out their role to a high standard, whilst having a genuine work life balance which is why our full time technicians have the option of a compressed working pattern which offers a ‘flexi afternoon’ once a fortnight, where they are free to leave school site at lunchtime which is an option available for this post. We will also consider part-time and job share options.
We are seeking to appoint two suitably skilled Science Technicians to co-ordinate the use of practical resources and provide technical assistance to the Science Department. We are looking for exceptional candidates with:
- A practical knowledge of the use of equipment, chemicals and science resources
- Experience of working within a science-related environment or with a background in science
- Experience of working with children or young people
- Strong interpersonal skills with a friendly helpful manner
- The ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Excellent verbal and written communication
Previous experience in a similar post would be an advantage but is not essential as full training will be provided for the right candidate.
Interested colleagues should complete an application form, which can be downloaded from the school’s website http://www.ladybridgehigh.co.uk/latest-vacancies/ and submit with a letter of application to outline how your experiences to date prepare you for this role.
Deadline for application: Thursday 10th September 2026 at 8.00am
Shortlisting: Thursday 10th September 2026
Interviews will be held: Thursday 17th September 2026
Please send completed applications via email to Miss M Johns, HR & Cover Manager at HR@ladybridgehigh.co.uk
Ladybridge High School is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to enhanced clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Supporting Documents
↗ Recruitment Pack - Science Technician
↗ Application Form
How this role compares
We hold 135 school vacancies in North West that publish a salary, and their median advertised starting figure is £25,163. This role pays less than about 76% of them.
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