Science Technician at Bedford School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/BS/54503

Location

De Parys Avenue, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2TU

Contract Type

Permanent/Fixed Term

Contract Term

Full-Time

Weeks Per Year

Term time only

Fixed Term End Date

Thu 31st Dec, 2026

Closing Date

9:00am, Tue 21st Jul, 2026

Start Date

01/09/2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

28th July 2026

Interview Date(s) 28th July 2026

About this Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Science technician to join the Science Department. The successful candidate will have a genuine passion for Science and a desire to support the teaching and health and safety requirements of the department. While strong subject knowledge of Physics, Chemistry and Biology is advantageous, full training will be given.

The successful candidate should bring enthusiasm, an ability to problem solve, as well as a willingness to share good practice and collaborate closely with an established team of Science technicians. They should demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues. Where appropriate, they will have the opportunity to contribute to the Department by supporting enrichment opportunities such as Science clubs.

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is essential, as is a willingness to engage fully in the school’s professional development opportunities.

The selection process will involve a lesson observation, a tour of the school and interviews. The Head of Science (Liz Palmer) would be happy to talk to prospective applicants and can be contacted through the main school reception on 01234 362200 or by email gelsby@bedfordschool.org.uk.

Hours of work will be Monday to Friday 8.30am – 1.00pm.

Closing Date: 21 July 2026

Interview Date: 28 July 2026

Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Bedford School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.

Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance. Short-listed candidates will be invited to the school for interview on the advertised date.

Bedford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Contact Details

  HR Services Team
  0123436943
  HR@harpurtrust.org.uk

Bedford School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

Interests and Co-Curricular Activities: Please give details of any interests or skills that you could bring to The Harpur Trust for the purposes of co-curricular and extra-curricular activity:
Supporting Statement: Please give your reasons for applying for this post and say why you believe you are suitable for the position. Study the job description and person specification and describe any experience and skills you have gained in other jobs or similar environments which demonstrate your ability and aptitude to undertake the duties of the post. Continue on a separate sheet if necessary.