Health and Science Technician

eTeach UK Limited; Walthamstow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Walthamstow is seeking a Health and Science Technician to ensure health and safety in labs and support teaching staff. Responsibilities include inventory management and assisting learners with practical skills. The position offers a term-time contract with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment. Competitive salary of £26,205 - £27,784.

Benefits

Career average pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced sick pay

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting in the industry or a science environment.
• Ideally within Further Education.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for health and safety of the specialist ward and laboratory.
• Manage inventory and stock control.
• Issue classroom materials to support teaching staff.
• Support small groups of learners with practical skills.

Skills

Experience in a science environment

Health and safety management

Inventory management

Education

Relevant curriculum specialism

Job description

Job Title: Health and Science Technician

Location: East London

Hours: 36

Salary: £26,205 - £27,784

Contract Type: Term Time Only

Waltham Forest College has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious ‘Outstanding’ rating.

Waltham Forest College has been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, a testament to its exceptional employee experience and organisational culture. Survey results revealed staff engagement and confidence in leadership to be significantly above the national average, underlining the College’s focus on wellbeing, inclusivity, and professional growth.

Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, Waltham Forest College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state-of-the-art industry-standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future-ready and equipped for success.

We are looking for a technician coach to join the Health team. As a technician coach, you will be responsible for the health and safety of the specialist ward and laboratory, inventory management, stock control, and issuing classroom materials to support teaching staff. You will also support small groups of learners with practical skills and progress.

You should have proven experience supporting in the industry or a science environment, ideally within FE, along with a relevant curriculum specialism.

What’s in it for you?

We offer opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, along with benefits including a career average pension scheme, employee assistance programme, enhanced sick pay, NUS Employee discount, free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme, and Sodexo benefits scheme.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the wider community we serve.

Safeguarding

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students. We seek DBS clearance checks for employment applications and may conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates as part of our safeguarding procedures, in line with KCSIE 2024 and Safer Recruitment principles.

Closing Date: 14 August 2025

Interview Date: TBC. Please apply as soon as possible, as applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview before the closing date.