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SCIENCE TECHNICIAN
Esher
To commence April 2026 or September 2026
Permanent contract
Part-time or full-time applications welcome
We have an exciting opportunity for a Science Technician to join our team on a full-time or part-time basis. You will work alongside our existing team of four technicians, including a Senior Technician, and collaborate with thirteen teaching staff across the Science department.
The successful candidate will join a supportive, committed and experienced team of Technicians who work hard to ensure the efficient and safe delivery of innovative and enjoyable lessons, providing advice and support to the students and teachers. The role includes providing technical advice and support and ensuring the highest health and safety standards are adhered to. The job holder needs to be flexible and adaptable to support changing day to day requirements of the department and an enthusiastic team player willing and fully committed to work as part of a team who seek to offer the very best support to both the teaching team and the students.
The position is ideally 35 hours per week, term time only, Monday to Friday, 8.15am start; final details and working pattern can be discussed with successful applicant. We welcome part-time or full-time applications on the basis that part-time is a ‘whole day’, (i.e. the working day is the hours indicated), but the jobholder could work fewer days per week. The actual starting salary based on 35 hours per week, for 38 weeks per year is £20,118.
An enthusiasm for learning and a love of science are essential requirements of the job. Qualifications and previous experience are desirable, but full training and support will be given to the right candidate.
Candidates should enjoy working in the context of a busy team environment, and have:
* a good understanding of science;
* good communication skills;
* meticulous attention to detail; and
* a friendly approach and a calm manner.
About Us
Hinchley Wood School is an inclusive and high achieving school on the borders of SW London. We have over 1,400 students on roll including 275 in our Sixth Form and are one of the top 200 performing schools in England and Wales in terms of the progress our students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSEs. We are extremely proud of our students’ academic achievements, but we also celebrate student progress and development in all areas, and we enjoy outstanding sporting and creative achievements.
We take staff and student wellbeing very seriously and have invested time and money in ensuring that all members of our school feel supported and happy. As well as the opportunity to work in an Ofsted Outstanding school, we offer:
* A competitive salary and annual performance progression;
* Professional development support;
* Family friendly term time only working;
* Two-weeks’ autumn half term;
* Early close to students at 1.30 on Friday;
* Branded polo shirts provided;
* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution;
* Staff benefits, including a cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme and free onsite fitness suite
* 50% discount on wraparound provision fees for children of staff if they attend one of the trust schools (Thames Ditton Junior School or Hinchley Wood Primary School) TDJS or HWPS;
* Thriving staff enrichment programme;
We would welcome pre-application visits or further queries. Please contact the HR department
Closing date for applications: Monday 13th April 2026 (9am)
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert deadline.
Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. xkybehq The position advertised is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.