Biology Laboratory Technician – School Science Support

Fernup; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Health & wellbeing support

Private Healthcare Cashback Plan

Staff benefits portal

Job summary

Ferndown Upper School is recruiting a Science Biology Technician to provide specialist technical support to teaching staff in the Science Laboratories. The role covers Biology with flexibility to work across other sciences, on a 37-hour week with a salary of £13.70–£13.92 per hour.

You will ensure safe use of laboratory equipment and chemicals, support teaching staff, and contribute to a safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3+ in Science or equivalent required.
• Specialist knowledge of Biology essential.
• Experience in a Science work area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be familiar with the safe and proper use of specialist equipment and chemicals in laboratories.
• Have previous practical experience in a Science work area.
• Be willing to learn new skills.
• Have an awareness of health & safety requirements.
• Possess good interpersonal skills and work as part of a team.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Lab safety

Practical science experience

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Health & safety awareness

Education

Science NVQ Level 3+

Job description

Ferndown Upper School is recruiting a Science Biology Technician to provide specialist technical support to teaching staff in the Science Laboratories. The role covers Biology with flexibility to work across other sciences, on a 37-hour week with a salary of £13.70–£13.92 per hour.

You will ensure safe use of laboratory equipment and chemicals, support teaching staff, and contribute to a safe learning environment.