Go to job search

Science Technician

Ullswater Community College

Science Technician

£23500

Ullswater Community College, Penrith, Cumbria

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 17 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 8aaecedccd044b259b6583135549be39

Full Job Description

If so, we'd like to hear from you. We're looking for an enthusiastic technician to join our Science Department to support the practical and technical aspects of the science curriculum. Under the instruction/guidance of the Head of Science and Senior Science Technician, the successful candidate will provide general support across the science curriculum. This will include:

  • supporting the work of teaching staff and students

  • liaising with teaching staff over equipment requirements

  • checking stock and order resources

  • preparing and maintaining science equipment, chemicals and other resources

  • following health and safety procedures


    • A science background is important; relevant experience is desirable but not essential as appropriate training will be provided.,
  • A welcoming and supportive community, where staff really do matter - our Staff Wellbeing group is an integral part of the school culture

  • Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

  • Membership of our employee assistance programme

  • Access to the latest technology to support all staff roles

  • Cycle-to-work salary sacrifice scheme

  • Access to comprehensive training and development and the best equipment and systems available in schools

  • A chance to contribute to the future development and direction of the school and our wider community

    UCC is a larger than average 11-18 comprehensive school serving the biggest catchment area in England. We received an Ofsted Good rating in April 2023 and were recognised as 'Best Secondary School in Cumbria' at the annual NewsQuest Educational awards in October 2023.


    • This is an exciting time to be joining UCC. We have been named in the school rebuilding programme and planning and project works will begin in the very near future. We will soon have some of the newest and best-resourced school buildings in the country.

    UCC is a friendly, supportive employer with a lot to offer its employees. Our Staff Wellbeing group and approachable leadership team work hard to maintain a responsive and professional working environment. Benefits to employees include but are not limited to

    Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week), term-time + 2 weeks (a total of 45.8 weeks/year)

    Salary: Grade 4. £23,500/year; the pro rata salary for 45.8 weeks is £20,658
  • Do you have an interest in science?

  • Are you keen to play a role in the education of the scientists of the future?