Position Overview

Science Technician – Newcastle High School for Girls – a private independent girls' school, part of the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST). This role is part‑time, term‑time, 2 days a week (14.4 hours). The position starts 1 September 2026. The salary is Grade 3: £27,171 – £30,720 per year (pro rata £8,861 – £10,019).

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, set out, test and clear equipment, apparatus, chemicals and materials for lessons and practicals, including cleaning surfaces, floors, sinks, workspaces and storage areas, and resetting adjustable items to default settings.
• Provide practical assistance to teachers during lessons, especially where additional supervision is required or equipment/process malfunctions occur.
• Assist pupils in safely using equipment, chemicals and materials, give demonstrations, and support completion of practical work, particularly for required practicals and safe storage for external examin...