Lead Senior Science Technician- Greenwich

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Senior Science Technician to join a vibrant secondary school in Greenwich. This full-time role is perfect for a passionate individual ready to support students and teachers in a dynamic learning environment. Responsibilities include managing technical operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and providing guidance to the science technician team. This opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact on the educational experience while working in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere. If you are dedicated and have the necessary technical skills, this could be the perfect role for you!

Qualifications

• Experience as a Science Technician or similar role in a school.
• Strong technical skills and ability to manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate health and safety procedures and manage the technical team.
• Standardize chemical management and conduct routine inspections.

Skills

Technical Skills

Health and Safety Procedures

Team Coordination

Chemical Management

Education

Relevant Technical Qualifications

Tools

DBS Check

Job description

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Lead Senior Science Technician - Greenwich, London

Client:

GSL Education

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

4

Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

Are you available and looking for a new role? We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Senior Science Technician to join a fantastic secondary school in Greenwich. This is a full-time, long-term role, ideal for a skilled and dedicated individual with a passion for science, ready to support both students and teachers in a dynamic learning environment. If you have experience working in a school workshop and strong technical skills, this is the role for you!

Role: Lead Senior Science Technician

Start Date: ASAP

Employment Type: Long Term, Full Time

Experience Required:

• Previous experience as a Science Technician or in a similar technical support role within a school.
• To coordinate the assessment, monitoring and review of health and safety procedures.
• To manage the technical team on a daily basis, co-ordinating the workload of the team so that it is fair and equitable.
• Lead and advise on the assessment, monitoring and review of both health and safety procedures and information resources as dictated by CLEAPPS advice and COSHH regulations. Liaise with the Local Authority where appropriate.
• To ensure that the chemistry storerooms are maintained in line with CLEAPPS and COSHH regulations.
• Standardise the management of chemicals and apparatus across the department, ensuring appropriate risk assessments are carried out for such items (including PAT testing).
• Organising the safe treatment and disposal of used materials including hazardous substances, chemicals/microbiological waste/animal carcasses in accordance with established guidelines.
• Support the Director of Science by meeting with them on a half-termly basis to discuss health and safety across the department.
• Liaise with the School Business Manager and G4S in ensuring that gas, electricity and water supplies are safe and that fume cupboards are maintained properly.
• Carry out in-department audits and routine inspection, making recommendations to the Science Technician team.
• Providing technical advice and guidance to the science technician team.
• A valid DBS registered on the update service.
• 2-3 professional references covering a minimum of 2-3 years of employment history.
• Must be available for an immediate interview and start date.

Compliance Requirements:

• A valid DBS registered on the Update Service (essential)
• References covering your past two years of employment or education
• Proof of right to work in the UK
• Proof of national insurance
• Proof of address (dated within the last three months)

How to Apply:

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this position, please send an updated CV with any gaps explained, along with a valid DBS registered to the Update Service and 2-3 professional references covering the past 2-3 years.

Due to the high volume of applications, we will only respond to candidates who meet the requirements of the role. Please only apply if you fulfill the criteria listed above.