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Job Title: Senior Science Technician
Location: Akeley Wood School, Buckingham, MK18 5AE
Salary: £13,480.92 per annum (not pro rata)Hours: 20 hours per week
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: January 2027
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the School
Akeley Wood School is a warm, vibrant and welcoming community set across three beautiful rural campuses near Buckingham. We are proud of our strong relationships, inclusive ethos and commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for every student and family who walks through our doors.
Role Purpose
As a Senior Science Technician, you will be responsible for the preparation, organisation and maintenance of equipment, resources and materials used across Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Working closely with teaching staff, you will ensure practical lessons run smoothly while maintaining the highest standards of health and safety.
Your work will be essential in helping students develop their scientific knowledge through hands-on learning and practical experimentation.
What you will be doing
- Prepare, set up and clear away equipment and materials for practical science lessons and demonstrations.
- Manage chemical storage, stock levels and departmental inventory, ensuring safe handling and compliance with regulations.
- Support teachers with practical activities, classroom resources and technical assistance during lessons where required.
- Assist with risk assessments, COSHH records and health and safety compliance, following current CLEAPSS and ASE guidance.
What you will bring
- Experience working as a Science Technician or within a laboratory, educational or scientific environment.
- Has strong practical knowledge of laboratory procedures and health and safety regulations.
- Is highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Has excellent attention to detail and record-keeping skills.
- Can work independently while building positive relationships with teaching and support staff.
- Is confident handling scientific equipment, chemicals and laboratory resources safely.
- Shares a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.
About Blenheim Schools
Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools committed to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centres on truly understanding each child, their talents, character and aspirations by providing a personalised, ambitious education that helps every child to thrive.
We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential.
Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and by a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.
We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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