About this role
The Abbey School is seeking to appoint a highly effective Science Technician to join the Science Department, to start from September 2026.
We are seeking a reliable and organised Science Technician to support the delivery of practical science lessons. The role involves preparing equipment, maintaining laboratory resources, and ensuring a safe and effective learning environment for students.
This is a part time, term time only, permanent role, paid on the Kent Scheme Range grade KSB (FTE £26,822 - actual salary calculated on a pro rata basis which equates to £20,009 per annum).
The working pattern will consist of 32.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday, with a 30-minute unpaid break each day.
The successful candidate will have an attention to detail, will work to a high standard, and will seek to ensure a positive educational environment through their work. In return, The Howard Academy Trust offers a wide variety of benefits, details of which are outlined below.
What can we offer you?
The successful candidate will be someone who has high expectations and is passionate about education. In return, we can promise an investment in you and your future, offering a competitive remuneration package, providing first class professional development and career opportunities.
We value our staff and actively support their professional development and have redesigned our working week to place even greater emphasis on employee development. You will have access to ongoing professional development including accredited courses. If you are looking to extend your experience and would be interested in joining our team, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Benefits of Working with The Howard Academy Trust
We care about the personal and professional wellbeing of our staff, and are pleased to offer:
Health Assured - Employee Assistance ProgrammeAccess to Benenden HealthcareFree Flu JabsFree Health Checks Access EarlyPaySkills Network of 30 Free Level 2 8 - 12 week coursesDiscounted gym membership CPD afternoonsAccess to Mental Health First AidersFree parking on all our sitesIf you require any further information or you wish to organise a tour of the school, please contact the Associate Assistant Principal, Steve Brock, via email to [email protected]
We reserve the right to alter our interview dates and close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.