Ipswich High School Address: Woolverstone, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 1AZ Salary: Competitive Hours: 21.5 hours per week, 36 weeks per year* Contract: Fixed term contract ending 31 August 2027. Required from September 2026 Reference: 5044 *Term time, INSET days plus 10 additional days to be worked in the school holidays. One of the days to be worked must be a Thursday. Competitive renumeration, based on skills, knowledge and experience. Ipswich High School is seeking to appoint a part time Science Technician to work across our science department as part of a hard-working team. Most of the work will be as a Chemistry technician. Located on an idyllic 87-acre campus on the banks of the River Orwell, Ipswich High School enjoys an enviable reputation of delivering outstanding academic results whilst maintaining a warm, welcoming and happy community of over 500 pupils, aged 3 – 18. You should be reliable, well organised and have a working knowledge and interest in science. Previous technician experience is desirable as is a Science related degree, and A Levels in at least one science subject is essential for those without a degree. You will be required to provide a high level of technical assistance to teaching staff in the department, supporting them in being able to deliver the curriculum up to A Level. To find out more Please see the Recruitment Pack and Job Description to find out more about this role, this is located on the vacancies page on our website If you would like to discuss the job role in further detail or to arrange a tour of the school, please contact Linda Marsh, HR Manager on 01473 201075 or via email on recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk How to apply Please complete the application form on our website Please return your completed application form, enclosing a cover letter supporting your application to Linda Marsh, HR Manager at recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk Please note we are unable to accept CVs as the only form of application. A CV can be submitted in addition to the application form and cover letter. Closing date: 9 am, 9 June 2026. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we reserve the right to shortlist, interview and appoint before the closing date. Therefore, early applications are encouraged. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to pre-employment screening, which includes an enhanced DBS, reference check and online searches prior to appointment.