Job Title: Science Technician
E-ACT North Birmingham Academy |Preparing for the Future
We are seeking a skilled Science Technician to support practical lessons, prepare equipment, and maintain laboratory resources to safety standards. You will assist teaching staff, manage stock, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Key responsibilities:
- Assist teachers with preparation of resources and equipment for lesson delivery on a daily basis
- Assist in lessons as required during practical sessions
- Develop apparatus and equipment for use in practical sessions and provide technical advice and assistance to teaching staff as required regarding resources for practical work and demonstrations
- Carry out practical demonstrations in the classroom as required
- Construct and modify apparatus as required, at the request of teachers in the faculty
Pay range:
NJC 12 – 17: £25,152.73 – £27,284.70 (FTE: £28,598 – £31,022)
37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Permanent
Qualifications and Skills:
- 5 GCSEs including Maths and English (minimum grade 4 or equivalent)
- Working knowledge of health and safety including COSHH
- Experience of working within a Science department
- Working knowledge of relevant policies, procedures and codes of practices
Benefits:
Financial and Lifestyle
We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year‑round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.
Professional Growth and Development
We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9‑point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part‑time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.
Culture and Wellbeing
Our people‑first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.
How to apply:
Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.
E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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