Job Ref No. ECC4008-479S Position Type: Technicians Pay Range: Scale 5, Points 8 - 11
Position Start Date: 02/11/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 14/09/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: To be confirmed
At The Ramsey Academy we have a clear aim for our students and staff to 'Achieve Excellence Together'. We strongly believe that staff, students and parents working together will lead to excellence academically, personally and socially.
We want to work with colleagues who put the students at the centre of everything we do, but also take the opportunities we can offer them to develop their careers and fulfil their own aspirations.
The Ramsey Academy is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE & ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child's journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy. Bridge Academy Trust is committed to its people strategy and prioritises staff's development to ensure they too can enjoy, enrich, achieve and aspire.
About the role:
The Trust is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Senior Science Technician to provide efficient and reliable support to the teachers in the Science Faculty delivering all aspects of the curriculum.
We are looking for a flexible and well organised individual. The successful candidate will need excellent planning and time management skills to efficiently carry out the duties listed in the job description.
The responsibilities include:
- The operation and maintenance of the preparation rooms.
- Timely and effective preparation and delivery of substances, equipment and resources.
- The controlling of stock and placing orders to ensure all teaching and learning needs are met.
- To provide support during lessons with practical demonstrations when needed.
Experience of working in a laboratory setting is essential.
Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Work Schedule:
30 hours per week,
Permanent
Closing Date: Monday 14th September 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Further details are available from: t: 01787472481 e: office@ramseyaccademy.com w: ramseyacademy.com
This trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful, an enhanced DBS check would be sought. The Bridge Academy trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.
Information about the School
The Ramsey Academy is a popular over-subscribed secondary school in the heart of the Halstead community.
Our focus is to ‘Achieve Excellence Together’. We work hard to support students in their educational journey and provide them with the skills and knowledge they need for their future.
The Ramsey Academy is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.
This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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Mrs Downes
Colne Road, Halstead
Essex, CO9 2HR Telephone: 01787 472481
Email: cdownes@ramseyacademy.com
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