Senior Science Technician

Senior Science Technician

Required for April 2026

Kent Scheme Salaries KSE £24,526 per annum

Full-time 37 hours per week term time plus 1 week and 2 days directed time

8am-4.00pm Monday-Thursday and Friday 8am-3.30pm  

We are seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic and innovative colleague to lead and manage our team of committed Science Technicians and support our teaching staff within the Science Department.  The post holder will also be responsible for overseeing practical work for either Biology or Physics. The post would be equally suitable for an experienced Science Technician or for a graduate Scientist.  

The Science Technician team consists of four colleagues.  The core purpose of this position is to co-ordinate the use and maintenance of practical resources and facilities within the Science department and provide assistance and advice in the practical needs of the Science curriculum.  Give advice to teachers, students and other technicians and support staff.  

Science is a highly popular subject within the school, with strong uptake and outcomes at A-level and many students progressing to scientific degrees and careers. The department is firmly focused on effective teaching and learning, underpinned by research-informed pedagogy, including clear explanations, strong modelling and regular, purposeful retrieval practice.

Practical work is central to the curriculum, and every Science lesson is taught in fully equipped laboratories. This includes 5 brand new laboratories opened in January 2026. The department is supported by specialist technicians for Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Key Stage 3, ensuring practical work is both ambitious and well supported.


The postholder is required to work for 39 weeks and 2 days per year and will receive a payment in respect of their pro rata entitlement to Annual Leave appropriate to their grade, Bank Holidays and the KCC concessionary day which is included in the salary above. 

Application forms and full details can be found on our Vacancies page on our website.  Applicants should complete the application form and email it to Ms Starns, PA to the Headteacher. Applicants are strongly encouraged to also complete our Equal Opportunities &  Recruitment Monitoring Form.  


Applications will be considered in the order in which they are received. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Maidstone Grammar School for Girls reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.


Closing Date: 8am on 25th March 2026


Our School and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children.  This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.  The School will undertake an online check of shortlisted candidates in accordance with the requirements of the current edition of Keeping Children Safe in Education. For more information please see our Safeguarding Policy.


The post is exempt from section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (2013 and 2020)).  It is not, therefore, in any way contrary to the Act to reveal any information concerning convictions which would otherwise be considered as “spent” in relation to the applicant’s suitability for employment. Any such information will be kept in strict confidence and only used in consideration of the suitability of the applicant for such a position where such an exemption is appropriate. 


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