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Senior Science Technician - Kensington and Chelsea Full Time Position | September 2026 Location: Kensington and Chelsea, West London Pay: £90 - £150 per day, dependent on experience Hours: 08:00 - 16:00 most days, with two later finishes (16:30) per week to support after-school clubs We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for an experienced and confident Senior Science Technician to join and help lead the Science department of a large, co-educational academy secondary school with sixth form, based in Kensington and Chelsea. Part of a well-established multi-academy trust, the school was recently praised by Ofsted for exceptional leadership, governance and pupil behaviour and serves around 1,300 pupils aged 11-18 with a strong and popular sixth form. This is an excellent opportunity for a Science technician who enjoys responsibility and variety, someone who is confident supporting practical delivery at the highest levels (including A Level), comfortable mentoring less experienced colleagues and happy to take on the full range of duties that come with a busy, high-achieving science department, including care of the department's small animals. About the Role: Working at the heart of the Science department, you will take a lead role in supporting practical delivery across Biology, Chemistry and Physics, from KS3 through to A Level, while also leading and developing a small team of technicians. Key Responsibilities:
Deliver all responsibilities expected of a Senior Technician within the department
Lead, support and train a team of two technicians, including a new starter who will need guidance on delivering A Level Chemistry practicals
Personally lead and deliver A-Level Biology practicals, as well as KS3 and KS4 (AQA) required practicals
Prepare, set up and clear away equipment and materials for practical lessons across all science disciplines
Support teaching staff during practicals and demonstrations
Care for the department's small animals as part of day-to-day duties
Maintain laboratories, prep rooms and storage areas to a high standard of organisation and safety
Order, manage and monitor stock of laboratory materials, chemicals and equipment
Ensure compliance with CLEAPSS guidance and school health and safety policies
Use Lablogger to manage departmental stock, bookings and technician workflows
Support with after-school science clubs on two days per week
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Blocking: Occupation is not eligible for Skilled Worker
Occupation code 3119 (Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.) is not eligible for the Skilled Worker route, and is on no shortage list still in force on 11 Sept 2026.
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Aspire People Limited is on the register with an active Skilled Worker route (Worker (A rating)).
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Against: Estimated salary is below the going rate
No salary is stated, so this uses an estimate of £35,710 from ASHE estimate (low end of the senior band) (1 Apr 2025). It falls £5,990 short of the general Skilled Worker salary threshold of £41,700. Because that salary is estimated rather than stated, this rule counts half.
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Science-related degree, A-Level or equivalent laboratory experience
Previous experience as a Senior Science Technician, or a Science Technician ready to step up (essential)
Confident delivering A Level practical work, ideally Biology and/or Chemistry
Experience leading, training or mentoring junior colleagues
Familiarity with Lablogger (desirable)
Strong understanding of laboratory health and safety procedures, including CLEAPSS guidance
A positive, solutions-focused team player who is approachable, polite and reliable
Comfortable with a varied role, including the day-to-day care of the department's animals
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all pupils
Who are Aspire People? Aspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency, specialising in providing teaching and support staff to schools across England. We work closely with primary, secondary and SEN schools across London to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, therapists and administrative staff. We are fully committed to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise and a people-first approach in the education sector. Why join Aspire People?
Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
The opportunity to join a large, well-resourced secondary school with sixth form in Kensington and Chelsea
Competitive pay at £90 - £150 per day, dependent on experience
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Access to free CPD and training opportunities
Next Steps: Get in touch with Kane directly with an up-to-date CV: Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.