Role: Senior Science Technician
Academy: Outwood Academy Shafton
Start Date: 01/09/2026
Salary (Actual Salary): £25,492.92 to £26,787.10
Working Pattern: 37 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, Term Time Plus 10 days
Are you a meticulous and experienced science professional ready to lead the technical service provision for an entire science department? Do you possess the organisational skills needed to manage resources, ensure stringent safety compliance, and supervise technical staff to support excellent practical science teaching? This pivotal post requires you to organise, deliver, and develop technical services to the science department, supporting the teaching of a range of science subjects.
Our Science Department is a diverse and experienced team, comprising both Early Career Teachers and colleagues with decades of teaching experience. We are committed to maintaining high expectations and aspirations for every student while delivering engaging, enjoyable, and inspiring lessons. These lessons are facilitated by our technician team who prepare all practical resources for lessons and assist with the set up of specialist equipment.
The department consists of a Head of Science, a Second in Department, and eight additional teaching staff. The pillar of the department is our technician team, who strive to ensure the needs of teachers and students are continually met. We benefit from four well-equipped laboratories, with most teachers having access to their own dedicated teaching space. Our technician team have their own dedicated workspace and work closely with the team of team of teachers and Head of Science to ensure that we have everything required for our science lessons to elicit the best outcomes for our students.
Collaboration and mutual support are at the heart of our department, creating a welcoming environment where new staff quickly feel valued and included. We have consistently achieved strong outcomes and continually seek innovative and creative approaches to teaching and learning. We are committed to supporting professional growth and provide high-quality CPD opportunities to help all colleagues develop and succeed in their careers.
We are seeking a motivated and dedicated individual who is committed to making a positive impact on students' lives and shares our core belief of putting students first.
Welcome from the Principal
Thank you for taking the time to find out more about our current vacancy at Outwood Academy Shafton.
As Principal, I am thrilled to have the opportunity to introduce you to our academy. Situated in Shafton, Barnsley, our academy is a place of belonging.
Kindness and compassion, high standards and the highest quality teaching and learning are our core business every single day.
I have been lucky enough to be part of the full journey of the school and was appointed as a senior leader when the school originally joined the Outwood family. I have worked in our school community for 26 years starting my teaching career as a teacher of English from one of our predecessor schools. I feel absolute pride seeing our students flourish everyday. Every member of staff at Outwood Academy Shafton is committed to providing the very best opportunity for our students. For us this is about our students’ life chances. Many other colleagues have also been part of our journey since we opened the doors for the first time and we are unbelievably proud of the transformation we bring about to our young peoples’ lives and the whole community.
We are proud to be part of the Outwood Family, a Trust renowned for its commitment to transforming lives and raising standards. If you share our passion and dedication for making a real difference in the lives of young people, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team.
I look forward to meeting you.
Closing date: Monday 22 June 2026 @ 12:00 noon.
Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).
What will we do for you?
We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work-life balance:
Secure Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Training & Progression: Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications.
Flexibility & Leave: Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays for non-term time staff. (Holiday for part-time staff is calculated on a pro-rata basis)
Wellbeing & Perks: Dedicated mental well-being strategy, free on-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
If you are looking for a rewarding, supportive role where you can truly make an impact, we encourage you to apply now.
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Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date, or sooner if required.
Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.
