Science Laboratory Technician
Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre
Worcestershire
- £20,153 - £20,926 per year
- Expiring soon
- Salary:
- NJC Scale 2, points 3-4
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2026
- Apply by:
- 8 May 2026
Job overview
Position: Science Laboratory Technician
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week, Term time only
Days: Monday - Friday (8am - 3:30pm - 30 minute unpaid break)
Salary: Scale 2 (pts 3-4) Approximately £20,153 - £20,926 per year
Start: September 2026
Trinity High School is a very special learning community. Our HEART values of Happiness, Excellence, Ambition, Respect and Tolerance underpin our day to day work and visitors are always impressed by the warm, friendly and highly positive relationships that exist between staff and students. We are a friendly and caring community where students are encouraged to aim high, embrace challenge and develop resilience so that they can realise their talents and create their futures.
Our school motto, Excellence for All, encapsulates our vision for all students in our care.
Our motto reflects both ambition and inclusivity and allows students to prosper because we have high expectations of their academic progress as well as their personal development. As they move through the school they grow into confident, articulate young adults who contribute selflessly to their families and their local communities.
Trinity High School is seeking a committed and hardworking Science Lab Technician to join our vibrant Science Department. We are looking for someone who is cheerful, enthusiastic and energetic, with a passion for supporting Science education and helping students thrive in practical learning environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and set up equipment and materials for Science lessons
Support students and teachers during practical sessions
Maintain a safe and clean laboratory environment
Monitor and manage stock levels of chemicals and equipment
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
Maintain accurate records and inventories
The ideal candidate will have:
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification
Suitability to work with children
Broad experience
Knowledge of relevant Health and Safety issues, particularly COSHH
Good written and oral communication skills
High standard of personal presentation
Reliable and approachable
In return, you will have the advantage of:
Joining a strong and dynamic team of professionals.
Work in a school with high aspirations for all of its students and staff.
Be provided with excellent career opportunities.
Benefits including; Employee Assistance Programme, Work Perks, Bike To Work Scheme, use of fitness facilities.
Closing Date: Friday 8th May 2026, 12 noon
Interview Date: To be confirmed
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Please follow the TES application instructions to apply.
For further information or to arrange a visit to school, please contact Mandy Martin on office@trinity.bmat.co.uk
NOTES:
Only applications submitted via the TES portal will be considered. CVs and open references are not acceptable. The successful candidate must meet the person specification in full in order to be offered the post. Trinity High School is an equal opportunities employer.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and criminal background check via the disclosure procedures. Also as per The Department for Education Statutory guidance, in accordance with the “Keeping Children Safe in Education” legislation latest version that came into effect on 1st September 2022, shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence.
Trinity High School is committed to the protection, safety and welfare of its pupils and staff and we aim for the highest standards in safeguarding procedures. We expect all staff to share and promote this commitment.
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About Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre
- Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre
- Easemore Road, Redditch
- Worcestershire
- B98 8HB
- United Kingdom
Location
Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre is located in Redditch, Worcestershire, close to Junction 2 of the M42. The school is easily accessible from across Worcestershire and South Birmingham (approximately 7 miles), making it a highly commutable location for staff.
About Us
Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre is a thriving, non-selective 13–18 school serving around 950 pupils. As the final stage in a well-established three-tier system, Trinity plays a crucial role in shaping young people at a pivotal point in their education and preparing them for successful futures.
We are a school with strong foundations and a clear sense of direction. There is a genuine warmth in our community—relationships between staff and pupils are respectful, positive and built on high expectations. Visitors consistently comment on the calm, purposeful atmosphere and the pride pupils take in their school.
As we move forward, our focus is clear:
- ensuring all pupils are ready to learn
- creating classrooms where teachers can teach without disruption
- and securing consistently strong outcomes for every child
We are building a school where clarity, consistency and culture enable both staff and pupils to thrive.
Leadership
Headteacher: Stephen Kearns
Our Vision and Culture
At Trinity, we believe that great schools are built on simple, consistently applied principles.
Our expectations are clear:
Be Ready. Be Kind. Be Responsible.
These are underpinned by our HEART values:
- Happiness
- Excellence
- Ambition
- Respect
- Tolerance
These values are not just words—they are lived daily through strong routines, positive relationships and a shared commitment to doing things well.
We are creating a culture where:
- pupils feel a strong sense of belonging
- staff feel valued, supported and able to focus on teaching
- high expectations are matched with strong support and clear systems
Teaching and Learning
We are committed to delivering a knowledge-rich curriculum supported by a clear and consistent approach to teaching.
Across the school, staff work within a shared learning framework that ensures:
- lessons are structured and purposeful
- knowledge is carefully sequenced and revisited over time
- all pupils are supported to succeed, regardless of starting point
Our priority is simple: great teaching in every classroom, every day.
Behaviour, Attendance and Personal Development
We believe that pupils must be ready to learn in order to succeed.
We are strengthening systems and expectations so that:
- behaviour is calm, consistent and disruption-free
- attendance is prioritised and relentlessly improved
- pupils develop the character, confidence and experiences needed for life beyond school
This work is central to our improvement journey and is already creating a stronger, more focused learning environment.
Sixth Form
Our Sixth Form offers a supportive and ambitious environment where students are prepared for university, apprenticeships and employment. Students benefit from strong guidance, high-quality teaching and a growing range of opportunities that support their next steps.
Ofsted
Trinity High School is currently judged GOOD, with OUTSTANDING Leadership and Management.
The report highlights the strength of leadership, the positive school culture and the quality of relationships across the school.
We are proud of this recognition—but we are equally clear that this is not the destination. Our focus is on building on these strengths to deliver consistently strong provision across all areas of the school.
Why Join Trinity?
This is an exciting time to join Trinity.
We are a school with:
- a clear direction and strong leadership
- a commitment to reducing workload and improving consistency
- a culture where staff are supported to do their best work
- a genuine opportunity to make a lasting difference
We are looking for professionals who:
- believe in high expectations for all pupils
- value teamwork and consistency
- want to be part of a school that is improving with purpose and pace
View Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre’s latest Ofsted report
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