SENIOR SCIENCE TECHNICIAN

Grade: H4.6 - H4.9 (FTE £25,989 - £27,254)

Actual Salary £20,557- £21,557 (based on 35 hrs/wk) depending on experience 

30-35 Hours per week,  Mon-Fri, Term Time + 

SCIENCE TECHNICIAN

Grade: H2.3 – H3.5 (FTE £24,796 - £25,989)

Actual Salary £16,811 - £17,620 depending on experience 

30 Hours per week, Mon-Fri, Term Time only

Hitchin Boys’ School (HBS) is an outstanding and over-subscribed comprehensive school with a mixed sixth form, which forms part of the highly successful Hitchin Schools’ Consortium.  We have a history that stretches back nearly 400 years but embrace fresh thinking and a modern, vibrant curriculum. We have high expectations, excellent standards of behaviour and pride in our extra-curricular activities that lead to academically successful and well-rounded students who are well equipped for life beyond school.

We are seeking a conscientious and enthusiastic Science Technician or Senior Science Technician to support the Science Department.   

The main purpose of the Science Technician role is to provide equipment and resources for class practical work, demonstrations, assessments and examinations and supporting teaching staff.  No prior knowledge of science syllabus, curriculum and specifications is necessary since full external and on the job training will be provided

 Responsibilities include:

• carrying out preparatory work for science classes
• clearing away apparatus, materials and equipment after use and returning items to store
• disposing of waste (including hazardous waste) as appropriate
•  supporting teaching staff to carry out their roles especially with regard to departmental procedures, including Health & Safety issues.

Additional responsibilities (Senior Science Technician) include:

• to lead and manage the standards of work of the other laboratory technician staff and for the suitable allocation of tasks and areas of responsibilities to ensure the support services for science teaching in school.
• actively lead and coordinate the assessment, monitoring and review of both health & safety procedures and information resources and advise science teachers of CLEAPSS/COSHH recommendations.
• operate and administer stock control and ordering procedures, preparation of requisitions, obtaining quotations, checking deliveries and coordinating common stock between sections. 

Person Specification:

• Knowledge of COSHH and CLEAPSS (desirable) to maintain compliance with H&S Regulations
• A level standard Science qualification
• Team-worker with ability to build effective working relationships with staff and pupils.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• IT Literate
• Quick to learn, flexible and able to work effectively using own initiative
• Applications from those wishing to contribute to other aspects of school life outside the classroom are particularly welcome.

Applications should be submitted via My New Term

Application deadline:  9:00am, Monday 16th March 2026

Interviews:  w/c 16th or 23rd March

Previous applicants need not apply.

Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is identified.

HBS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS check will be carried out for all posts. 

HBS welcomes applications from all applicants who meet the requirements for the position.  However, we are especially keen to receive applications from those in minority groups, as we celebrate diversity and thrive on the benefits it brings.

Please visit the school website https://www.hitchinboys.co.uk. for further information on our school