Science Technician – Part Time

Grade B1, points 4-6

Salary £24,404 - £25,183, pro rata to hours and weeks worked

18.5 hours per week – flexible working days to be negotiated 

Term Time only + additional days for training as required

Required for 1 September 2025

Our school is a happy school, where relationships are positive, respect is prevalent, and expectations are high.  We challenge all members of our school community to “be kind, try your best and follow the rules” – our students are our greatest asset and never fail to inspire and impress staff and visitors.  Our staff work incredibly hard to ensure that our students get everything that they could possibly need in order to achieve and we have an active staff community with regular social events and outstanding support networks. 

Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated part time Science Technician.   This is an exciting position for an organised and proactive person.  You will work with the Science team to help support the smooth and efficient running of the department.  Duties will include preparation of materials for Science lessons at Key Stages 3 and 4 and clearing away after lessons. Previous experience in this field is desirable but not essential.  A good understanding of health and safety in a science environment is required.

This is an exciting time to join our happy, oversubscribed school and be part of a dynamic team who contribute to our school community.  If you can offer vision, drive and will share our commitment to improving the life chances of young people regardless of background, we would like to hear from you. 

Willingness to support the Catholic ethos of the school is essential.

Further details and our Catholic Education Service application form is available from the school website www.cardinalheenan.com.  If you would like any more information about the role or department, or would like to visit the school, please email recruitment@cardinalheenan.com.

Please note that covering letters are not required and will not be used as part of the shortlisting or selection process. There is a section of the application form where candidates can offer further information to support their application. This can take the form of a letter of no more than two sides of A4.

Closing date:   Friday 11 July 2025 at 9am

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought, along with other relevant pre-employment checks, for the successful applicant.

We promote equality, diversity and inclusion and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.  

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.

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