Science Technician in Reading

The Role

We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic and energetic Science Technician to join our excellent Geology department from September 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Duties will be predominantly in the Geology department but may also entail supporting the other science subjects when required. They will include the organisation, preparation and setting out of apparatus and specimens for day-to-day teaching in the laboratories and for examination practicals.

This is a part-time, term-time role working 25 hours per week from 08:00 to 13:00, Monday to Friday.

About You

Applicants should have a keen in interest in science and/or geology; have good attention to detail; be equally confident working unsupervised and within a team; interact effectively with pupils; and have a qualification (preferably to at least A level or BTEC level 3) in a science subject.

Our School

Founded in 1646, Reading Blue Coat is a leading independent day school of circa 800 pupils from ages 11 to 18. The School is located on a beautiful 46-acre campus in the village of Sonning, just outside Reading.

The School employs more than 200 staff, of whom 50% are academic staff, and provides a stimulating, friendly and supportive atmosphere in which each pupil can realise his or her full intellectual, physical, and creative potential.

Reading Blue Coat offers an exceptional working environment and an attractive rewards package, including excellent benefits such as a pension scheme; free meals; extensive staff discounts; tax saving cycle to work and car leasing schemes; free sports and leisure facilities; Employee Assistance Programme; and a strong commitment to professional development.