Job role: Science Technician Apprentice

Salary: £8.00 per hour (NMW for Apprentices)

Hours: 37 hours per week

Monday – Thursday: 8.00am-4.30pm | Friday: 8.00am-4.00pm | 1-hour unpaid lunch each day

Contract Status: 2-year fixed term contract

Contract Start Date: September 2026

Closing date: 14th July 2026

Interviews: 21st July 2026 (fixed date)

We reserve the right to withdraw the advertisement early and to interview candidates during the
advertisement window; candidates are therefore encouraged to apply at their earliest
convenience. Previous applicants need not apply.

Fulston Manor School is seeking to appoint an Apprentice Science Technician to join our Multi Academy Trust and support the delivery of an engaging and successful Science curriculum.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual looking to begin a career in laboratory science or education support. Working alongside an experienced team of Science Technicians, the successful candidate will receive on-the-job training while studying towards a relevant apprenticeship qualification.

The Apprentice Science Technician will assist in the preparation and maintenance of equipment and materials for practical science lessons, help maintain a safe and organised laboratory environment, and provide support to teaching staff and students across the Science Department.

We are looking for someone who has a genuine interest in science, is keen to learn new skills, and can demonstrate good organisational and communication abilities. Applicants should have a good standard of education, including GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science (grade 5 or above). The ability to work effectively as part of a team, follow instructions carefully, and maintain a professional approach at all times is essential.

What Fulston Manor School can offer you:

• Encouragement to develop your career
• A friendly, strong and supportive team
• A family atmosphere with welcoming staff and students
• A caring environment with well-being and work/life balance at its core.
• To be part of a whole school team – working together to achieve and valuing every individual’s contribution

Fulston Manor is consistently one of the highest performing non-selective schools in Kent, this success is based on the quality of our staff and the excellence of our induction and support programmes. The school offers an outstanding learning environment for all its students.

Fulston Manor is focused on developing students into young citizens capable of making a difference. Here, at Fulston, we have a strong pastoral system at our core and we pride ourselves on being about strong traditional family values. All staff and students, who join us, are joining the Fulston family and we look forward to welcoming you to this community.

If you are interested and would like to apply please complete the school’s application form and send this in to Suzanne Francis, Trust HR & Business Director with a covering letter (email acceptable) to [email protected].

Applications by CV or from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted.

For any further information or an informal discussion about the role please do not hesitate to contact the Trust HR & Business Director on 01795 412600.

A job description is attached for further details.

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