Assistant Science Technician

The Methodist Church in Britain; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Bramcote College, part of the White Hills Park Trust, seeks an Assistant Science Technician to support science teaching across all key stages. The role starts December 2026 or January 2027 and offers a 37-hour week, Monday to Friday, with full training provided.

You will prepare and supervise specialist equipment, handle chemicals, and help teachers create resources while keeping laboratories safe for students.

Qualifications

• DBS check required and up-to-date
• Not barred from regulated activity involving children
• Full training and support for new starters
• Commitment to maintaining a safe laboratory environment

Responsibilities

• Prepare and supervise equipment for lessons across key stages
• Handle chemicals safely
• Prepare resources and materials for lessons
• Support science teachers in the department
• Maintain a safe working environment in the labs

Skills

Innovative thinking

Flexible

Personable

Willingness to learn

Interest in science education

Job description

Assistant Science Technician in the Science department at Bramcote College, a school in the White Hills Park Trust, starting December 2026 or January 2027. The post supports science teaching across all key stages by preparing and supervising specialist equipment, handling chemicals, making resources and supporting teachers while keeping labs safe. It is a 37-hour week, Monday to Friday, and suits people new to the role as well as experienced technicians, with training given. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the successful candidate needs an enhanced DBS check.

What the job involves

• Prepare and supervise specialist equipment for lessons across all key stages
• Work with chemicals
• Prepare resources and materials
• Support teaching staff in the Science department
• Maintain a safe working environment

What’s required

Skills & knowledge

• Innovative, flexible and personable approach
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
• Interest in supporting science education

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Not barred from regulated activity relating to children, where the role involves it

What’s offered

• Full support and training for new starters
• Professional development for all staff
• Support for staff wellbeing and career aspirations