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Laboratory General Assistant

Whitgift School

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GBP 32,000

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6 days ago

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Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Laboratory General Assistant to support the Chemistry and Biology departments. This full-time, term-time position involves essential duties such as cleaning equipment, maintaining stock, and preparing solutions for practical lessons. The role is perfect for individuals looking to start their career in a supportive environment that values collaboration and responsibility. With a generous salary and benefits package, this opportunity promises a rewarding experience in a vibrant academic setting. Join a team committed to excellence and the welfare of students.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Employee Discount Club

Discounted School Fees

Qualifications

Assist in the preparation of Chemistry and Biology lessons.
Responsible for cleaning glassware and maintaining stock.

Responsibilities

Support the Science Department with laboratory preparations.
Collaborate with the technical team for efficient operations.

Skills

Laboratory Techniques

Chemical Handling

Stock Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Relevant Laboratory Experience

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Permanent, Full-Time, Term-Time Only

We are seeking to appoint a Laboratory General Assistant for the Chemistry and Biology Preparation rooms to undertake general duties to assist in the smooth running of resourcing and preparation for lessons for the Science Department.

The Laboratory General Assistant will have responsibility for the cleaning of glassware and equipment that has been used for practical lessons. Basic stock maintenance of the Chemistry/Biology Preparation Rooms and labs. We would aim to develop greater responsibility in preparing stock solutions of chemicals for Chemistry and Biology use. Working collaboratively with the rest of the technical team and form an integral part of the of the Whitgift Science Department.

The Laboratory General Assistant is supervised by the Team Lead Technician.

The salary range for this post will be Point 18-20 on the Whitgift Foundation Support Staff Salary Scale. The full-time salary will be between £31,247 gross pay per annum (at Point 18) to £32,902 gross pay per annum (Point 20) depending on qualifications and relevant experience. The Pro-rata salary range for this post will be £24,997 gross pay per annum to £26,321 gross pay per annum to reflect Term Time only.

In return we offer a generous salary and benefits package including a money purchase pension scheme (plus Life Assurance Cover), Employee Discount Club, discounted school fees for the Foundation Schools (permanent posts only and upon successful completion of the probationary period).

We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our student intake.

Applications will be reviewed daily, and interviews may occur at any stage after applications are received so we invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

For any queries, please telephone Human Resources on 020 8688 9222 or e-mail SchoolHR@whitgift.co.uk.

Applications will be reviewed daily, and we invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Whitgift School (part of the John Whitgift Foundation) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers, the Disclosure & Barring Service and online media checks (including personal, professional and other online activities).

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