Suffolk County Council

Science Technician

Suffolk County Council  •  Ipswich, GB (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

  • Ipswich High School
  • Address: Woolverstone, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 1AZ
  • Salary: Competitive
  • Hours: 21.5 hours per week, 36 weeks per year*
  • Contract: Fixed term contract ending 31 August 2027. Required from September 2026
  • Reference: 5044

*Term time, INSET days plus 10 additional days to be worked in the school holidays. One of the days to be worked must be a Thursday.

Competitive renumeration, based on skills, knowledge and experience.

Ipswich High School is seeking to appoint a part time Science Technician to work across our science department as part of a hard-working team. Most of the work will be as a Chemistry technician.

Located on an idyllic 87-acre campus on the banks of the River Orwell, Ipswich High School enjoys an enviable reputation of delivering outstanding academic results whilst maintaining a warm, welcoming and happy community of over 500 pupils, aged 3 – 18.

You should be reliable, well organised and have a working knowledge and interest in science. Previous technician experience is desirable as is a Science related degree, and A Levels in at least one science subject is essential for those without a degree.

You will be required to provide a high level of technical assistance to teaching staff in the department, supporting them in being able to deliver the curriculum up to A Level.

To find out more

Please see the Recruitment Pack and Job Description to find out more about this role, this is located on the vacancies page on our website

If you would like to discuss the job role in further detail or to arrange a tour of the school, please contact Linda Marsh, HR Manager on 01473 201075 or via email on recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk

How to apply

Please complete the application form on our website

Please return your completed application form, enclosing a cover letter supporting your application to Linda Marsh, HR Manager at recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk

Please note we are unable to accept CVs as the only form of application. A CV can be submitted in addition to the application form and cover letter.

Closing date: 9 am, 9 June 2026.

Applications will be considered on receipt, and we reserve the right to shortlist, interview and appoint before the closing date. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to pre-employment screening, which includes an enhanced DBS, reference check and online searches prior to appointment.

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About Suffolk County Council

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As one of the largest employers in Suffolk, we have a huge variety of exciting careers to offer people as keen to make a positive impact on the world around them as we are.

As a modern, flexible, and effective council, we’re driven to make a difference to the environment, the communities we serve, and the careers of our people. We explore innovative ways to encourage, respect, and enable everyone to be the best they can be.

By creating meaningful connections with our people and our partner organisations, we’ve built a culture of mutual collaboration, trust, and respect where everyone is supported to be their authentic selves.

We aim to inspire and empower. To improve and evolve. To develop and innovate. To take pride and ownership of the world around us and ensure that we leave a positive and lasting legacy. That’s why it’s time to reimagine a career with the council and take a fresh look at what we can offer you.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Ipswich, GB
Year Founded
1974
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