Science Technician

The Dean Trust is seeking to appoint a Science Technician. In this role, A you will provide practical and technical support across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics for students in Years 7–13. The role involves preparing and setting up equipment, materials, and resources for lessons, maintaining laboratories and equipment, and supporting teachers in the safe and effective delivery of practical work. The technician will ensure compliance with health and safety procedures, assist with demonstrations when required, and contribute to the smooth running of the Science department. Ashton on Mersey School is in the central hub of The Dean Trust and serves the community of Sale and beyond. As part of our team you can contribute, collaborate and lead on many established areas that shape our school culture. Our school vision has been shaped by every member of our school community.

The school has:

• An ambitious co-produced curriculum at Key Stages 3 and 4 leading to a full A-Level and vocational qualification offer in Key Stage 5 at our thriving sixth form.
• A reputation for securing year on year examination results that are consistently strong.
• Modern, high-quality facilities with the latest technology solutions accessible to all staff and pupils and with sports facilities that rank alongside some of the best in the country.
• An exceptional character and personal development programme which involves a renowned provision of extra-curricular activity with specialism in Sport and Performing Arts.
• A dedicated group of teaching and support staff that lead excellent pastoral care in an inclusive school which maintains a traditional expectation with regards to standards of behaviour.
• Direct access to the Believe Learning Institute (The Dean Trust’s centre for professional learning including leadership development), Turing NW Maths Hub and SCITT; all based on site.
• World class opportunities and partnerships forged with national and international partners including Manchester United Football Club with whom we have provided an educational package for youth players for over 25 years.

We are looking for an individual who possess:

• Relevant Science qualification
• Basic IT skills
• Two to three years relevant work experience
• Assist with ordering, procuring, storing and maintaining items
• Setting up resources, equipment and materials for lessons
• Experience of practical laboratory activities
• Procedures for preparation, use and maintenance of materials and equipment
• Awareness of health and safety issues relating to school science (an aware of CLEAPSS and/or COSHH regulations would be an advantage)
• Working knowledge of secondary school science curriculum up to and including A Level Sciences
• Able to demonstrate experiments and techniques to colleagues and students
• Able to work on own initiative and to organise and prioritise tasks
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexibly as part of a team and be available for occasional out of hours work
• Willingness to undertake training and keep abreast of current issues relevant to own area of work through networks, conferences and other meetings
• Good health, attendance and punctuality record

To apply for this vacancy please visit our recruitment page careers.thedeantrust.co.uk.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to book a place on a school tour as scheduled below, please contact Maxine Mills HR Assistant on 0161 973 1179 Option 6 or email recruitment@thedeantrust.co.uk.

Application closing date:    Friday 26^th September 2025 – 8:00 am

Interviews:                            Date To Be Confirmed



Thank you again for your interest in working for The Dean Trust. We look forward to hearing from you.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates including those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics.