Biology Technician

George Watson's College; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Edinburgh is seeking a Biology Technician for a temporary, full-time position. The role requires providing support to the Biology Department by preparing equipment, maintaining lab resources, and assisting teaching staff. Ideal candidates will have related qualifications and laboratory experience, with a commitment to fostering a safe and productive learning environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Enhanced sick pay

Access to swimming pool and fitness room

Membership of ESMS Discount and Benefits Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous technician experience or background in Biology is ideal.
• A good understanding of safe lab practices is essential.
• Experience in education as a Biology Technician is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the Biology department.
• Prepare equipment and materials for lessons.
• Maintain and clean laboratory resources.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Understanding of safe lab practices

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Degree in Biology or relevant qualifications

Job description

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Job Reference: schooltalent/TP/11693/1900

Number of Positions: 1

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract - Full Time

Working Hours: 36.25

Location: Edinburgh

Closing Date: 16/06/2025

Department: Teaching Support

Region / Division: ESMS

Job Role: Operational/Professional Services

The Role

Erskine Stewart’s Melville Schools are currently recruiting for a Biology Technician to join the Biology Department on a temporary part-time basis from August 2025 until August 2026 (subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks). This is a temporary, full-time, term-time-only post (plus an additional week during the summer holidays), working 36.25 hours per week. The pro-rata salary range is £23,162 - £25,056 per annum, based on qualifications and experience.

The role involves providing technical support to the Biology department, including preparing equipment and materials for lessons, maintaining and cleaning laboratory resources, and ensuring health and safety procedures are followed. The postholder will also support teaching staff by organizing resources for practical work, managing stock and orders, assisting with assessments and data recording, and supporting department trips and initiatives like the Young STEM Leader Award.

This role suits someone with previous Technician experience or a background in Biology, supported by relevant qualifications or a degree. The candidate should have a good understanding of safe lab practices, be confident using Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), and possess strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and build positive relationships is essential. Experience in an educational setting and as a Biology Technician is desirable. A flexible, professional approach and commitment to ESMS values are required.

To learn more about this role, please access the detailed job description.

ESMS cannot sponsor international workers for this role. International applicants must demonstrate legal right to work in the UK.

Staff benefits include: generous holiday allowance, enhanced sick pay, family policies, access to the schools’ swimming pool and fitness room outside school hours, and membership of the ESMS Discount and Benefits Scheme with discounts at 130,000 retail and entertainment locations.

Values

We seek individuals embodying ESMS values of Kindness, Confidence, Resilience, Integrity, and Curiosity, and who promote our pillars of Ambition, Innovation, and Community.

All staff undergo safeguarding checks, including child protection screening and Disclosure Scotland. Posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

The closing date for applications is 12pm on Monday, 16 June 2025. Interviews are expected later that week.

About ESMS

ESMS is a vibrant family of independent schools in Edinburgh, offering co-educational nursery and junior schools, single-sex secondary education, and a co-educational sixth form. We emphasize holistic education, with over 300 clubs and activities in sports, music, drama, outdoor education, trips, and community involvement, fostering talents and interests.

Our Vision

To empower learners through innovative, transformative experiences, cultivating creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration, inspiring students to achieve their full potential and lead successful lives.

Our Mission

To develop resilient, accomplished, values-driven students equipped with the skills and mindset to lead fulfilling lives and positively impact the world.

Aims

• Offer outstanding, well-rounded education to a diverse student body
• Build strong relationships to ensure students feel happy, safe, and supported
• Provide extensive extracurricular opportunities to discover and develop talents
• Inspire high academic achievement
• Encourage students to embrace challenges
• Inspire a love of learning and innovative thinking
• Develop students' confidence to express themselves
• Embed character and good decision-making through our values