Senior Science Technician
Location: Rochdale Sixth Form College, College Road, Rochdale OL12 6HY
Salary: Sixth Form Colleges Support Staff Pay Spine, Scale Points 36 £24,759 £25,558 per annum (Actual salary £21,939 £22,646, term time + 5 days)
Plus RA1 £792 (fixed term) for mentoring a Science Technician Apprentice
Contract: Full-time, permanent (37 hours per week, term time + 5 days) Flexible or part-time working may be available for the right candidate
Start date: As soon as possible
About the role
This is a key role supporting the delivery of high-quality practical science across A Level Biology, Chemistry and Applied Science at Rochdale Sixth Form College. You will work closely with teaching staff to ensure practical lessons run smoothly, safely and efficiently, enabling students to achieve their full potential.
You will also line manage and mentor a Science Technician Apprentice, supporting their professional development with guidance from the faculty leadership team.
Key responsibilities
* Coordinate and manage practical resources and laboratory facilities
* Prepare equipment, chemicals and materials for practical lessons and demonstrations
* Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements, including COSHH and risk assessments
* Maintain, test, calibrate and repair specialist scientific equipment
* Manage stock control, ordering and safe storage of chemicals and equipment
* Provide technical advice and in-class support to teaching staff
* Construct or modify apparatus where required
* Line manage and mentor a Science Technician Apprentice, including liaison with training providers
About you
We are looking for someone who:
* Has experience working as a science technician, ideally in an educational setting
* Has strong subject knowledge and excellent practical laboratory skills
* Is highly organised with strong time management and ICT skills
* Communicates effectively with both staff and students
* Demonstrates initiative, flexibility and a positive, proactive approach
* Shares our commitment to safeguarding and to the values and ethos of Rochdale Sixth Form College
* Enjoys working as part of a team and contributing to the wider life of the college
Why join Rochdale Sixth Form College?
* Work in a supportive, collaborative and high-performing environment
* Be part of an ambitious organisation dedicated to transforming life chances
* Access excellent facilities and resources
* Make a genuine difference to the lives of young people
How to apply
Please apply via My New Term through our website: Our Vacancies - Altus Education Partnership
Closing date: Thursday 29 January 2026 (12.00 midday)
Interviews: Week commencing 2 February 2026
Altus EDUCATION Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates.
Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.