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Senior Science Technician

Direct from school

Recruiting organisation: Fernwood School

East Midlands

Salary
£27,452.00 - £29,537.00 Annually (FTE) Term Time Only - Actual salary £24073 (F4-1) - £25901 (F4-4).
Applications close
11 September 2026

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Job details

Salary
£27,452.00 - £29,537.00 Annually (FTE) Term Time Only - Actual salary £24073 (F4-1) - £25901 (F4-4).
Location
East Midlands
Applications close
11 September 2026

Job description

We are an 11-16 School enjoying an excellent reputation for high standards of achievement and behaviour.  Our governors and staff are committed to continuous improvement and welcome candidates with drive and determination to work in an environment that inspires and challenges students of all abilities and backgrounds. We warmly welcome prospective applicants to visit our school prior to submitting an application. A visit will give you the chance to experience our ethos first-hand, meet our dedicated team, and see our learning environment in action. To arrange a visit, please do not hesitate to contact Linda Sheppard on 0115 928 6326. By joining our School, we can offer you: Professional Development & Excellence An ethos of ‘High Achievement with Care and Discipline for All’ Excellent CPD Opportunities An Outstanding Ofsted Judgement A strong Progress 8 score Leading Edge Status Wellbeing & Support Mental health and wellbeing services such as access to a 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme Healthcare schemes such as Specsavers Eyecare vouchers for DSE users Cycle to Work Scheme Financial Benefits Incremental Pay Progression Generous Occupational Pension Scheme Blue Light Card The Fernwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Therefore, this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process, and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview. Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.

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Where this vacancy came from

Job reference
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Original source
Teaching Vacancies (Department for Education)
Employer type
Direct from school
Posted by the original source
22 May 2026
Last checked by SchoolJobs.uk
14 August 2026

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