Senior Science Technician - Part-time

The Malling School, East Malling

• Ref:KCC886-5425-601S
• Posted:14/07/2025
• Pay:Kent Scheme (KSE)
• Start Date:September 2025
• App Close Date:29/08/2025 at 10:00
• Interviews:TBC

Advert

Senior Science Technician

Permanent
KSE £27,852 per annum, pro rata to an actual salary of £20,996.43 per annum 
32 hours per week, Term-Time Only + 5 development days
Start Date: September 2025
Application Closing Date: 29^th August 2025.

We are seeking a proactive and well-organised Senior Science Technician to join our dedicated science department at The Malling School. You will lead lab support for KS3–KS5 science, ensuring safe, efficient preparation and delivery of practical lessons.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality science education in a forward-thinking and inclusive school environment.

Main Responsibilities Include:

• Preparing and maintaining equipment and materials for practical lessons
• Assisting students and staff during experiments
• Leading on health and safety compliance (including COSHH and risk assessments)
• Managing science resources, budgets, and stock control
• Supervising and supporting science technician

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working in a science lab (ideally in a school)
• Good scientific knowledge and awareness of lab safety procedures
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently
• Confidence supervising staff and liaising with teaching teams

Why Join Us?

• A supportive and collaborative staff community
• Opportunities for CPD and professional growth
• A school that values both academic and pastoral excellence

Safeguarding Statement
The Malling School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure, Occupational Health check, two satisfactory references, an online search, and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and amendments 

Apply Now
Apply via the Kent Teach website
Deadline: 29th August

Interviews: Ongoing (we may appoint early if a strong candidate is identified)

We politely request that candidates apply directly via Kent Teach, no assistance is required from recruitment agencies in filling this role.

Information about the school

A mixed 11-19 co-educational High School of 1,000 pupils serving the historic market town of West Malling and surrounding villages. The school is set in pleasant rural surroundings and has its own lake and extensive grounds.

West Malling is close to the county town of Maidstone and has excellent rail links to London and Ashford

This is an exciting time to be joining the staff of The Malling School.

We are dedicated to providing a holistic education, nurturing the complete student. Our strong culture, robust behaviour systems, and Ofsted-rated "Good with Outstanding Features" provides a solid foundation for our students success.

We provide a very supportive environment in which staff can further develop their skills and we ensure every new member of staff has access to a trained coach. With close teams of teachers and non-teachers working together we take a collaborative approach to school improvement and have a shared aim of providing the very best education for our pupils.

Visit our website at www.themallingschool.kent.sch.uk for further information

Job Contact Information

• Name:HR
• Address:The Malling School, Beech Road , East Malling, Kent, ME19 6DH
• Telephone: 01732 840995
• Email: hr@themallingschool.kent.sch.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
• Employment of Ex-Offenders policy
• TMS Recruitment Pack