Science Technician

Description:

Science Technician
Location: Norfolk
Salary: £18,406 - £19,967 per annum, including an allocation for holiday pay (FTE £26,403 - £28,142 pa)
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Term time plus one week (30hrs per week)
Closing Date: Monday 15th June 2026
Interview Date: Monday 22nd June 2026
Framingham Earl High School has over 100 staff dedicated to providing a First Class education. The School prides itself in delivering education through strong academic lessons and a nurturing ethos which encapsulates a wide range of community and co-curricular links. The School’s most recent Ofsted in 2022 resulted in a rating of “Good”. GCSE results in 2024 put us in the top schools in Norfolk with 79% gaining Grade 4 plus and 57% gaining Grade 5 plus in English and Maths
Framingham Earl High School is a member of the Sapientia Education Trust (SET). SET is an expanding multi-academy Trust with 13 Primary and 9 Secondary schools.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The personal competencies expected of all School support staff are:
* The ability to communicate clearly and tactfully using appropriate methods and
* an awareness of the impact of your own communication on others;
* Able to maintain positive relationships with all and able to work as an effective and
* flexible part of a team; willing to change methods of work and routines to benefit
* the team;
* Willingness to accept responsibility for your own actions; the ability to prioritise
* effectively, meet deadlines and accept challenges.
The professional competencies expected of a Science Technician are:
* Have a genuine and keen interest in Science;
* Possess a high degree of organisational ability;
* Resourcefulness and the ability to act on initiative;
* To be aware of COSHH regulations.
The qualifications and previous experience required for a Science Technician are:
* GCSE pass at C or above in Maths and English or equivalent.
* Be familiar with scientific equipment;
* Computer literate – able to use Word and Excel.
* Experience of working in a laboratory would be a benefit although full training will be given.
Specific Responsibilities
Planning and Preparation
* Prepare and assemble apparatus and components for demonstration, class practical work, assessments and examinations. To prepare solutions and materials.
* Install, test and calibrate both existing and new equipment.
* Construct and devise equipment to meet the changing needs of practical programmes, including the manufacture of teaching aids.
* Adapt apparatus and basic storage facilities.
* Construct and maintain the plug-in peripheral equipment for computers and electronic measuring devices.
Maintenance
* Ensure that equipment, materials and apparatus, including teaching aids, are maintained in a serviceable and safe condition.
* Undertake repairs when necessary and, where applicable, recommend or arrange outside repairs, replacement or maintenance.
* Ensure that any scientific debris or hazardous materials/spills are removed from the sinks, benchtops and other areas to provide a safe environment for cleaning staff and others.
* Deal with spillages/emergencies during practical activities.
* Ensure that gas and water taps are turned off, and that electrical connections, chemical solutions and other materials are left stored in a safe and secure condition, ready for re-use.
* Monitor the condition and stock levels of all apparatus, reagents and materials with regard to shelf life, safety and economy by undertaking regular checks.
* Diagnose faults and take necessary action accordingly, including proposing alternatives for damaged/faulty equipment.
* Ensure that appropriate levels of stock are maintained to meet the requirements of the department.
* Ensure that residues and outdated stock are disposed of in a safe, efficient manner.
To Apply
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