SENIOR SCIENCE TECHNICIAN (Physics Specialism)

FINCHLEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL NOR. 1160 (300 in 6th Form) REQUIRED FOR September 2026 (or as soon as possible) SENIOR SCIENCE TECHNICIAN (Physics Specialism)

36 hours a week, five days a week, term time plus one week

Salary SCP 10-13 £31,611 - £33,012 FTE (Pro-rata actual salary £27,038- £28,236)

Our school is very highly regarded and heavily oversubscribed. It has a unique community ethos and enjoys extremely strong examination results, both in terms of attainment and progress.

We are seeking a Senior Science Technician to become a valuable member of our support team. The core role will be to lead the technician team in supporting the high-quality teaching and learning, and monitoring the health and safety of practical work that takes place in the department on a daily basis. They will also lead on the management of resources and equipment.

We require a colleague who is:

• - committed to working collaboratively with staff and students and would like to have a real impact on their school experience on a daily basis
• - enthusiastic, with a talent for motivating and inspiring young people to achieve the best they can
• - patient and flexible, with an understanding of the range of needs that staff students will have
• - keen to play a full role in the wider life of the school

We will offer:

• - an outstanding opportunity to be part of a successful, committed, collegiate and dynamic department
• - a well-resourced department with established systems and processes
• - A warm, welcoming and inclusive school community where students are enthusiastic about Science and are eager to learn
• - A culture of innovation, reflection and continuous improvement where ideas are valued and supported
• - A school that prioritises staff development, wellbeing and career progression
• - a 'wellbeing day' for all staff after one year of service

This organisation is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as such all candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Candidates may be invited for interview as they apply.

Applications from non-Catholic teachers who are willing to support the values and ethos of a Catholic school are warmly invited.