Science Technician

Derbyshire County Council is hiring a Science Technician for New Mills School, a secondary school in Derby, UK. The role involves preparing resources, maintaining supplies, and providing technical support to teachers and students. Candidates should be organized and proactive; previous experience is preferred but not required. The position is full-time, and applications should be sent to the school directly, not through the council's website.
Closing date: 23 April 2025

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW

New Mills School is a rapidly improving 11-16 secondary school in the stunning High Peak, close to the Peak District and within easy reach of Stockport, Manchester, and East Cheshire.

Our strong results reflect our commitment to an ambitious and inclusive education, driven by our core values—Think Big, Do the Right Thing, and Team Spirit.

We are seeking a flexible and hands-on Technician to work in our Science Department. The role will involve working directly with the Senior Science Technician and Science teaching staff to prepare resources, maintain and order resources and provide technical assistance and advice to teachers and students as required.

You should be highly organised and have a positive and proactive outlook. Experience of working in a Science Technician role would be an advantage, but not a necessity.

You should be a strong team player, looking forward to joining our school at an important time in its development.

Application packs can be obtained from, and should be returned to Pete Eckersley, Office Manager, New Mills School, Church Lane, New Mills High Peak, SK22 4NR, or via email to jobs@newmillsschool.co.uk or from the school website www.newmillsschool.co.uk

Informal visits to the School are welcomed; to make arrangements or for further details about this vacancy please contact Pete Eckersley, on 01663 423125, or via email jobs@newmillsschool.co.uk

New Mills School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

New Mills School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including references and a Disclosure and Barring check.