Science Technician - 36

At Co-op Academy Swinton, we are dedicated to delivering an exceptional science education to our students. Our well-equipped science department supports a range of practical learning experiences across biology, chemistry, and physics. We are looking for a skilled and organised Science Technician to join our team and help ensure our labs run smoothly, supporting both teachers and students in their scientific endeavors.

As a Science Technician, you will be responsible for preparing equipement, materials, and chemicals for practical lessons, maintaining laboratory spaces, and ensuring that all health and safety protocols are followed. You will play a key role in supporting the science department and facilitating practical learning experiences for students.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Science Technician with a passion for supporting scientific education. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of laboratory procedures, and the ability to support both students and staff in practical lessons.

Why us?

We are proud to be part of the Co-op Academies Trust and work closely with all academies to achieve the shared goals, values and ways of being. The ‘Ways of Being’ are embedded in all that we do within the academy and the community. We have very high expectations of our staff and students and have a culture built upon trust and respect. Be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking school with a strong focus on science education. Work in a supportive and collaborative environment where your contribution is valued and help inspire the next generation of scientists by facilitating exciting and engaging practical lessons.

All our values are based upon the values of the Co-op Group, which will inform our behaviours.

Self-help: We do not expect to be spoon fed – we will try to do things for ourselves in the right way and at the right time.

Self-responsibility: Everyone should act in a responsible way around the academy site and in the local community. We take responsibility for our own learning; we want to become independent learners.

Equality: We are proud to be part of a very multicultural academy, with students from all over the world; it is important that we treat each other with respect and accept that others may be different from ourselves. We should all of us have equal chances to succeed.

Equity: We want to look for the best in each other. Rewarding others fairly to encourage all types of achievement.

Democracy: We will contribute our ideas to make the academy a success.

Solidarity: We can achieve more by working together, rather than as individuals.

Our Values

Being part of the Co-operative Group, we are both guided and driven by the Co-op values which are embedded in everything that we do within our Academy - We strive to demonstrate the following ethical values in everything we do - they are our ‘Ways of Being’:

Succeed together

Do what matters most

Be yourself, always

Show you care

So, if you believe in our values, we would love to hear from you! 

We offer a wide range of benefits and rewards to recognise the part you play in our success:

Benefits include:

Our employee benefits package includes:

1. As well as 5% cash-back you’ll get being a Co-op member, you’ll get a Co-op colleague discount card. This gives you a 10% discount in our Co-op Food stores. Staff also receive double discounts every month!
2. Co-operative flexible benefits (discounted line rental and broadband package, family care advice and cycle to work scheme)
3. Discounted gym membership and leisure activities which includes discounts on Merlin Entertainments (Sea Life, Legoland etc), Virgin Experience Days, SuperBreak and many more!
4. Co-operative Credit Union: save directly from your salary and receive a competitive dividend. Borrowers can benefit from very competitive interest rates & terms (in comparison with other high street lenders)
5. Co-op Funeralcare benefit
6. Season ticket and rental deposit loans

And More! 

How to Apply

Please follow the online application process to be considered. Interviews will take place in school, week commencing 19th October 2026.

For more information about the Co-op Academies Trust, please visit: www.coopacademies.co.uk

For more information about Co-op Academy Swinton please visit: https://www.swinton.coopacademies.co.uk/

The Trust is also committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnerships.

Incomplete application forms will not be shortlisted.

Please be advised, as part of due diligence checks, online searches will be carried out on shortlisted candidates.