Thank you for considering St. Mary's Catholic Academy for the next stage in your career. We are seeking to appoint a Senior Science Technician. The post will involve technical support across KS3, KS4 and KS5 Science in our Academy. It is a great opportunity to shape this important provision for our Science Department.
St Mary’s is a highly regarded oversubscribed Catholic Academy in Blackpool in the Diocese of Lancaster. The school is very much a Catholic family where everyone works together to support and challenge one another to be the best they can be.
Please refer to the application pack for the person specification, job description and further details.
BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:
● DBS
● Medical clearance
● Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
● Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
● A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
● In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out.
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.
Closing date for applications: Monday 11th May 2026 – midday
Shortlisting date: Tuesday 12th May 2026
Interview date: Tuesday 19th May 2026
Post Details:
Grade: NJC pay Grade D - scale point range 7 to 11
Salary: £26,403.00 to £28,142.00 (pro-rata) (pay award pending)
Contract: Permanent, Term Time only
Hours: 37 per week
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Emma Hudson, Headteacher's PA
01253 396286
admin@st-mary.blackpool.sch.uk
St Mary's Catholic Academy would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:
