Science Technician

School Details

• Ipswich High School
• Address: Woolverstone, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 1AZ
• Salary: Competitive (based on skills, knowledge and experience)
• Hours: 21.5 hours per week, 36 weeks per year*
• Contract: Fixed term contract ending 31 August 2027 (required from September 2026)
• Reference: 5044

* Term time, INSET days plus 10 additional days to be worked in the school holidays. One of the days to be worked must be a Thursday.

Located on an idyllic 87‑acre campus on the banks of the River Orwell, Ipswich High School enjoys an enviable reputation for delivering outstanding academic results whilst maintaining a warm, welcoming and happy community of over 500 pupils, aged 3 – 18.

We are seeking to appoint a part‑time Science Technician to work across our science department as part of a hard‑working team, with most of the work as a Chemistry technician.

• Provide a high level of technical assistance to teaching staff in the department, supporting them in delivering the curriculum up to A Level.

• Reliable, well‑organised and have a working knowledge and interest in science.
• Previous technician experience desirable.
• Science‑related degree desirable.
• At least one science A Level essential for those without a degree.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to pre‑employment screening, which includes an enhanced DBS, reference check and online searches prior to appointment.