Laboratory Technician

The West Bridgford School; West Bridgford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in West Bridgford is seeking a Laboratory Technician to provide practical support within all Sciences. This position offers flexible working hours and the opportunity to be part of a large Science Department. The ideal candidate should have a scientific background and basic ICT skills. Experience in a school environment is preferred but not required. The closing date for applications is 9am on Friday 26th September 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school environment is not essential, but flexibility and personality are key factors.
• Must meet the person specification to be offered the post and undergo a full enhanced DBS check.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical support within all Sciences as part of a large and supportive Science Department.
• Work hours and days to be negotiated at interview.

Skills

Scientific background

Flexibility

Basic ICT skills

Job description

Overview

Laboratory Technician – Full-time or part-time considered (Term Time Plus 10 Days).

Scale 3 Points 6 to 8 £25,989 - £26,824 pro-rata. (Salary based on 37 hours full-time will be £23,621 - £24,380 per annum.)

The West Bridgford School requires a Laboratory Technician to become part of a team, working in a large and supportive Science Department. Technicians are required to provide practical support within all Sciences. The hours and days worked can be negotiated at interview.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical support within all Sciences as part of a large and supportive Science Department.
• Work hours and days to be negotiated at interview.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Scientific background and flexibility; basic ICT skills (spreadsheets and word processing).
• Experience in a school environment is not essential, but flexibility and personality are key factors.
• Must meet the person specification to be offered the post and undergo a full enhanced DBS check.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.
• The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process, which may include online searches.

How to Apply

An application pack with further information about the role can be downloaded by clicking on the apply button. Applications must be made on an EMET application form. CVs will not be accepted. No agencies.

Equality and Inclusion

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.

Important Dates

• Closing date for applications is 9am on Friday 26th September 2025
• Interviews will be held shortly after the closing date.