Support the next generation of scientists and innovators as our new Physics Technician at The Bulmershe School.

We are seeking an organised, adaptable and team-oriented professional to join our large Science Department and ensure the smooth running of our practical curriculum. You will step into a diverse, vibrant community that prioritises staff wellbeing. Whether you are an experienced technician or looking to enter the field, you will find a team that values your expertise, offering you training to help you confidently develop your skills.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Lesson Preparation: Prepare, assemble and deliver specialist equipment, materials and solutions for practical science lessons across all key stages including A-level.
• Health and Safety: Maintain excellent standards of safety across prep rooms and laboratories, enforcing COSHH regulations, executing risk assessments and safely managing hazardous substances.
• Stock and Resource Management: Handle departmental ordering, maintain accurate inventories, liaise with suppliers for cost-effective procurement and coordinate equipment repairs.
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside teachers and other technicians to trial practical ideas, assist in classrooms and design or repair apparatus to support learning.

You must have an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, excellent communication skills and the ability to follow strict safety guidelines. Experience working with laboratory resources or a strong willingness to undergo specialist technical training is highly desirable.

If you are an adaptable, resilient and positive team player, who is confident working in an environment with children, we'd love to hear from you. Please take the time to look through our vacancy pack to find out more details about our school and this position. We look forward to receiving your application.

 Why join The Bulmershe School

The Bulmershe School is a heavily oversubscribed school which sits at the heart of our community. We are a mixed Corvus Learning Trust Academy school of 1,500 students,  who come from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We work closely with our parents, partners and feeder schools to achieve the best outcomes for all of our students. 

We believe that The Bulmershe is a school where you can really make a difference. If you’d like to find out more about role, the school, or to talk to us about options for flexible working – call: 0118 935 3353 or email vbagley@bulmershe.wokingham.sch.uk to arrange to meet us for coffee and a chat.

The Bulmershe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory employment references. Note: This job description is not your contract of employment or any part of it. It has been prepared only for the purpose of school organisation and may change either as your contract changes or as the organisation of the school is changed. Nothing will be changed without consultation.