Senior Science Technician

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This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our science team working across the IKB and Wellsway campus as a senior technician.

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and experienced person to carry out a range of duties that will contribute to the effective delivery and development of excellent practical lessons in science, whilst coording the technician team and overseeing key aspects of the department such as health and safety.

The successful applicant will be expected to work flexibly and efficiently and able to work to deadlines. The post will involve physical activity that includes lifting and carrying as well as basic IT tasks.

IKB Academy's excellent STEM facilities and Wellsway School's science department are located within a few yards of one another, making for a true cross campus curriculum team. Teachers from IKB and Wellsway School work across both schools under the strategic direction of the Curriculum for Science and Deputy Curriculum Directors for KS3 and 5, with teachers from both schools working closely together as one curriculum team with the support from three part time science technicians.

Our Culture and Offer

We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At Wellsway campus you'll find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.

All colleagues benefit from a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments.

How to Apply

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Closing date: 11:59pm on Sunday 8th March 2026

Interviews: soon after the closing date

PLEASE NOTE: Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement.

Safeguarding Statement:

Futura 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. Your suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. For this post, prior to appointment Futura Learning Partnership will apply for a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, a Children's Barred list check, two satisfactory references, one of which must be from your existing/most recent employer and completed by a Headteacher/appropriate senior manager/HR Lead, satisfactory pre-employment health screening, online searches and for Teachers, a Prohibition Check in relation to the children's workforce. In some settings a Declaration will be required in order to meet our obligations under the 'Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006.

Equal Opportunities:

At Futura Learning Partnership, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is treated fairly. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to supporting our staff to achieve