Lab Technician (Maternity Cover)

South and City College Birmingham; Hall Green; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Birmingham is seeking a Lab Technician for a full-time maternity cover position. The successful candidate will provide technical support for science courses, handle inventory management, and ensure health and safety compliance in lab settings. This role requires a relevant science qualification and experience in a technical support role. Applications close on 15th October 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing technical support for science courses.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices in laboratory settings.
• Ability to maintain accurate inventory of laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials for practical sessions.
• Maintain cleanliness of laboratories and clinics.
• Support senior technician and lecturers with practical activities.
• Conduct daily equipment checks to ensure safety.

Skills

Technical support

Health and safety knowledge

First aid certification

Inventory management

Education

Relevant science qualification

Job description

Lab Technician REQ1727 (Maternity Cover - FTC 12 Months)

Full Time 36.5

Location: Hall Green

Closing Date: 15th October 2025

Interview Date: 24th October 2025

Aims of Job/Job Purpose

We are looking to hire a Lab Technician to work at our Bordesley Green Campus on a full-time fixed-term contract. The post-holder will provide technical support for science courses based in the Science and A-Level programme area, including supporting the science team to ensure effective and efficient curriculum delivery and keeping an accurate inventory of equipment and consumables.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Prepare materials for practical sessions.
• Keep laboratories and clinics clean and tidy and maintain the prep room in an orderly condition.
• Work alongside and support the senior technician and lecturers in all practical activities.
• Advise lecturers as to alternative procedures where required.
• Complete and update risk assessments for practical activities and COSHH records for all procedures.
• Liaise with the local fire service and other relevant external parties in relation to radioactive materials.
• Check equipment daily to ensure it is in safe working order; have a sound knowledge of health and safety in the lab.
• Attend and contribute to the Divisional meetings and health and safety meetings; monitor health and safety in the science laboratories.
• Undertake first aid duties and maintain updating of first aid qualifications as required.
• Monitor and maintain stock control.
• Support college open days and taster sessions.
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and nature of the post.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Comply with internal and external quality standards and contribute to the College's strategic objectives.
• Comply with college policies, procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Support safeguarding and the promotion of students' welfare.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding College information and comply with Data Protection.
• Participate in the College's appraisal scheme and undertake training as required.
• Support and actively participate in the implementation of the College's Equal Opportunity policy.

How to Apply

For further details about the role and how to apply, please click onto the "Apply Online" button.

South and City College recognises that personal safety is fundamental to effective teaching and learning and can only be felt in a safe learning environment that promotes well-being, safety and security for all students, staff and visitors. Safeguarding is a core element of all aspects of college activity.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020).

Candidates should be aware that if shortlisted, an online search will be conducted as an additional safeguarding check. We will carry out an online search about you for information publicly available online. This will only be carried out on shortlisted candidates prior to interview. This processing of data will be conducted under the legal basis of Article 6(e) public task in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCiSE) 2022. Any data collected during this search will be retained in line with our retention schedule, which is available on request.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016), and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential part of the role.

The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS, Prohibition checks, Childcare Disqualification (where applicable), qualifications (where applicable), medical fitness, identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide a minimum of two suitable references covering a 5-year period. An online search will also be carried out as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. Safeguarding is our top priority; review our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy for our commitment to learner safety and wellbeing. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.

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