Science (Biology) Technician at Ferndown Upper School

Dorset Council UK; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Ferndown is seeking a Science Technician to support teaching staff in the Science Laboratories. The ideal candidate should have specialist knowledge in Biology and be willing to work across other science disciplines. The role includes ensuring safe laboratory practices and assisting with equipment use. Opportunities for professional development and healthcare support are available.

Benefits

CPD opportunities and training

Local Government Pension Scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Private Healthcare Cash Plan

Staff benefits and discounts portal

Qualifications

• Specific knowledge of Biology is essential.
• Flexibility to work within other sciences.
• Ability to use equipment and chemicals safely.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist technical support to teaching staff.
• Familiarize with the proper use of laboratory equipment.
• Support health and safety requirements in the lab.

Skills

Use of specialist equipment

Previous practical experience in science

Good interpersonal skills

Awareness of health & safety requirements

Willingness to learn new skills

Education

Vocational or academic qualification in Science at NVQ Level 3

Job description

Science (Biology) Technician

Job Ref: XS4.5a

Grade 5 SCP 5-6 - £13.26 to £13.47 per hour

37 hours per week

Term time plus 5 Staff Training Days

Required to start September 2025, a Science Laboratory Technician to provide specialist technical support to teaching staff within the Science Laboratories. A specific knowledge of Biology is essential, although a flexibility to work within our other Sciences would be required.

You will:-

• Be familiar with the safe and proper use of any specialist equipment and chemicals used in the laboratories
• Have previous practical experience in a Science work area
• Be willing to learn new skills
• Have an awareness of health & safety requirements
• Possess good interpersonal skills and able to work as part of a team
  
  

You will have:-

• A vocational or academic qualification in Science at NVQ Level 3 or above
• Specialist knowledge of Biology
  
  

What Ferndown Can Offer You

• CPD opportunities and training and development programmes.
• Personalised induction, supported by a mentor.
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• A tax efficient Childcare Scheme through salary sacrifice.
• Access to health and wellbeing support.
• Private Healthcare Cash Plan including 24/7 access to a GP by phone, gym discounts, cashback for optical, dental and other appointment expenses for employees and their children.
• Access to staff benefits and discounts portal through Dorset Council.
  
  

Application Form and Job Description available via Dorset Jobs or our school website. If you require any further information, please contact Andrea Baxter in the HR Office on 01202 871243 [e-mail]

Closing date: midnight Sunday 31st August 2025