Laboratory Technician

ACS International Schools; Cobham; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Group income protection

Employee Assistance Programme

Private medical insurance (optional, 


Discount dining

Free parking

Eye care

Job summary

ACS International Schools is seeking a proactive Laboratory Technician for the Cobham Campus High School Science Department. You will prepare resources, maintain equipment, and ensure safety and readiness for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics practicals and exams.

Role includes setting up experiments, assisting teachers, managing stock, and maintaining COSHH records. Experience in educational lab environments and strong organisation are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a laboratory, scientific, technical, or educational environment.
• Knowledge of laboratory health and safety procedures.
• Based in the UK/local to Cobham.
• Experience maintaining laboratory equipment and managing stock control systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment, chemicals, materials, and resources for practical lessons, demonstrations, assessments, and examinations.
• Set up and clear laboratory apparatus for teaching activities.
• Prepare standard solutions and specialist materials as required.
• Support teachers during practical activities and demonstrations.
• Assist with the organisation and preparation of practical examinations.
• Maintain laboratories, preparation rooms, and storage areas to a high standard.
• Manage departmental stock, including chemicals, consumables, and equipment.
• Monitor inventory levels and support purchasing processes.
• Carry out routine maintenance, testing, calibration, and minor repairs of scientific equipment.
• Maintain accurate records relating to stock control, safety checks, risk assessments, and purchasing.

Job description

Are you passionate about science and enjoy working in a practical, hands-on environment? We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Laboratory Technician to join our High School Science Department at our Cobham Campus.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the delivery of outstanding science education across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Working closely with teaching staff, you will ensure laboratories are fully prepared, safe, and equipped for engaging practical lessons and examinations.

The Role

As Laboratory Technician, you will provide technical and practical support to the Science Department by preparing resources, maintaining equipment, managing laboratory stock, and ensuring the highest standards of health and safety are upheld.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment, chemicals, materials, and resources for practical lessons, demonstrations, assessments, and examinations
• Set up and clear laboratory apparatus for teaching activities
• Prepare standard solutions and specialist materials as required
• Support teachers during practical activities and demonstrations
• Assist with the organisation and preparation of practical examinations
• Maintain laboratories, preparation rooms, and storage areas to a high standard
• Manage departmental stock, including chemicals, consumables, and equipment
• Monitor inventory levels and support purchasing processes
• Carry out routine maintenance, testing, calibration, and minor repairs of scientific equipment
• Maintain accurate records relating to stock control, safety checks, risk assessments, and purchasing.

Health & Safety

You will play a vital role in promoting a safe working environment by:

• Ensuring the safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals and laboratory materials
• Maintaining COSHH records and supporting compliance with relevant legislation
• Conducting risk assessments and routine safety inspections
• Monitoring safety equipment, including eyewash stations, fume cupboards, first aid supplies, and safety screens
• Keeping up to date with laboratory safety developments and best practice.

About You

• Experience working in a laboratory, scientific, technical, or educational environment
• Knowledge of laboratory health and safety procedures
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Based in the UK/local to Cobham.
• Experience working in a secondary school or educational setting
• Knowledge of COSHH regulations and laboratory risk assessment procedures
• Experience maintaining laboratory equipment and managing stock control systems.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• The opportunity to contribute to an outstanding science programme
• Professional development and training opportunities
• A varied and rewarding role supporting the next generation of scientists
• Benefits include: pension scheme, life assurance, group income protection, Employee Assistance, Programme, private medical insurance (optional, taxable), discount dining, free parking, eye care.

Location

ACS Cobham, KT11 1BL

Working hours

08:00-16:00, Monday-Friday, term time only (+ 2 non term time working weeks)

Safeguarding

ACS is committed to inclusion across race, gender, faith, identity and abilities. We believe that diversity helps us to fulfil our purpose, realise our vision and exemplify our values.

ACS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and employees of ACS are expected to share this commitment. This position is therefore subject to pre-employment compliance checks and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.