HEAD SCIENCE TECHNICIAN
Salisbury
Required : Negotiable
Hours : 37 hours per week, 8:30am to 04:30pm, Monday to Thursday, and 8:30am to 4:00pm on Fridays
Weeks: 39 weeks per year (44.66 paid weeks)
Salary : BWS Support Staff pay scale Grade | Points 29 —31 (£33,011- £36,587)
Actual pay : (£28,273- £31,336)
Pension : Local Government Pension Scheme
Deadline for Application : Sunday 12 April 2026
Bishop Wordsworth’s School is seeking an experienced and forward thinking Head Science Technician to lead and develop our Science Technician team and ensure the highest quality technical support for teaching and learning across the Science Department. This post arises following a vacancy in Chemistry and offers an opportunity for an experienced technician, ideally with experience in Chemistry, to bring fresh perspective, leadership and expertise to a large and successful department. The successful candidate will lead a team of technicians supporting Physics, Biology, Key Stage 3 and Chemistry, alongside a Assistant Laboratory Technician. The role is both strategic and hands on, with responsibility for managing people, systems and resources in the best interests of students and the curriculum.
Key responsibilities include:
* Line managing and developing the Science Technician team
* Leading on Chemistry practical provision and continuity
* Working closely with teaching staff to align technical support with curriculum priorities
* Leading health and safety practice across the department COSHH and CLEAPSS compliance
* Attending relevant staff meetings and acting as the professional voice of the technical team
What we Offer:
* Term-time working, ideal for work-life balance
* A supportive and welcoming team environment
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Access to onsite sports facilities and gym
The role would suit an experienced technician looking to step into a senior leadership position, or an established Head Technician ready to lead change, improve efficiency and model best practice
For further details and an application pack please click "Apply on our website"