Physics Technician

TES FE News; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Bristol Grammar School seeks a part-time permanent Physics Technician to start in September 2025. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting Physics education by managing equipment and laboratory activities, fostering a vibrant learning environment for students.

Benefits

Free lunch

Regular sports and social events

Cash health plan

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience relevant to supporting teaching or laboratory work.
• Ability to maintain and manage laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble apparatus for demonstrations and practical lessons.
• Conduct practical activities and maintain laboratory facilities.

Skills

Organization

Proactivity

Job description

Job Overview

Bristol Grammar School is seeking a part-time permanent Physics Technician to join our busy Science department, starting September 2025.

The Physics Technician plays a vital role in supporting the teaching and learning of Physics at Bristol Grammar School. The successful candidate will work proactively with a highly motivated team to ensure equipment is procured, maintained, and utilized effectively in the classroom.

Responsibilities include preparing and assembling apparatus, including equipment for demonstrations and practical lessons, conducting practical activities, and maintaining laboratory facilities.

We are looking for a well-organized individual with relevant experience, which could be gained through academic study or employment.

Benefits of working with us include free lunch, regular sports and social events, a cash health plan, pension, and more.

About Bristol Grammar School (BGS)

BGS is a large, thriving school with approximately 1,350 pupils aged between 4 and 18. We value our warm, vibrant, and positive learning community—a place where pupils are accountable for themselves, responsible for others, and empowered to participate in various activities that make our school unique and exciting.

School Mission

To provide an exceptional and well-rounded education to those who might benefit from it, regardless of their background and financial means.

Equal Opportunities

The School is an equal opportunities employer, committed to equality for all staff. Applications from individuals of all backgrounds are encouraged, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage/civil partnerships.

Safeguarding

Bristol Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Applications require a fully completed application form. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All convictions, cautions, and bind-overs, including spent ones, must be declared. Applications should include this declaration in a sealed, private envelope for the Headmaster. The successful candidate must obtain List 99 and DBS (Enhanced) clearance. This role involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children; it is an offence to apply if barred from such activity.