Lead Science Technician (Chemistry Specialism)

CLAREMONT FAN COURT SCHOOL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Claremont Fan Court School is seeking a proactive Lead Science Technician to enhance Science education, focusing on Chemistry. Responsibilities include managing practical lesson preparations, chemical inventories, and technician workflow. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Defined contribution pension scheme

Life assurance

Generous discount on school fees

Cycle to work scheme

Onsite parking

Complimentary lunches

Qualifications

• Strong chemistry background required.
• Experience in a school or lab setting preferred.
• Calm, adaptable, and efficient under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage resources and equipment for Science practicals.
• Oversee chemical inventories and conduct risk assessments.
• Support staff and students with practical setups.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

NVQ level 2 in Laboratory Technical Skills

Science degree

Job description

Claremont Fan Court School is seeking a proactive and experienced Lead Science Technicianto support the delivery of outstanding Science education. With a specialism in Chemistry, you will manage the preparation and safety of practical lessons and oversee day-to-day technician operations across the Science department.

Key responsibilities of this role include preparing and managing resources and equipment for Science practicals (KS3 to A level); overseeing chemical inventories, ordering and safe storage; conducting risk assessments; monitoring technician workflow and departmental expenditure and supporting staff and students with practical set ups and equipment use. Dependent on skills and experience there is also the option for line management responsibilities for the technicians.

The successful candidate will hold an NVQ level 2 in Laboratory Technical Skills or Science degree, a strong chemistry background and experience in a school or lab setting. You will have excellent organisational, communication and IT skills and be calm, adaptable and efficient under pressure.

In return, Claremont Fan Court School offers a welcoming and supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer all the benefits of working in a thriving independent school including a defined contribution pension scheme, life assurance, a generous discount on school fees (for eligible staff), cycle to work scheme, onsite parking as well as complimentary lunches and refreshments during term-time.

Further details of the role can be found under the ‘Working at Claremont’ section on our website:www.claremontfancourt.co.uk

To apply, please complete our application form.

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Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 2 June 2025.

Interviews will be held w/c 2 June 2025.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are fully committed to creating and sustaining a positive and supportive working environment free from discrimination where staff feel valued and respected. We value individuality and diversity and believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.

Claremont Fan Court School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). All staff at the school share responsibility for safeguarding and you will be required to undergo appropriate safeguarding training.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the school is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) to assess their suitability to work with children.