Science Facilitator

Richmond upon Thames College; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond upon Thames College is recruiting a Science Facilitator to support chemistry, biology and physics teaching. The post holder will work with lecturers and students, helping drive the subject both within and outside the curriculum to make science engaging and valued.

The role involves assisting the Science team in practical lessons and setup, to maximise practical time and achieve high results; prior practical science skills including preparing chemicals and procedures are preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven record of practical science skills.
• Ability to assist with experimental delivery in classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Work with lecturers and students of Chemistry, Biology and Physics.
• Help drive the subject within and outside the curriculum to make science engaging.
• Support and assist the Science team in practical lessons and setup to maximise practical time and results.

Skills

Practical science

Classroom support

Job description

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Salary: £26,461 to £29,218actual salary per annum, inclusive of London Weighting

Hours: 36 hours per week. Term time only 42 weeks per year

ContractType: Permanent contract

PostType: Full Time

ClosingDate: Tuesday 15 September 2026

InterviewDate: To be confirmed

Reference: 100358

We are looking to recruit a Science Facilitator preferably with specialisms in Chemistry or Physics. The post holder will work with both lecturers and students of Chemistry, Biology and Physics. The post holder will actively help drive the subject both within and outside of the curriculum to make science engaging, stimulating and valued. The role involves supporting and assisting the Science team in practical lessons and set up, to ensure the students can maximise their practical time and achieve the highest possible results.

The post holder should have a proven record of practical science skills, ideally including preparing chemicals and chemistry procedures, as well as working directly with the students in the classrooms to assist with experimental delivery and be a professional advocate of the specialism.

Richmond upon Thames College is part of the Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge College Group (HRUC) and is one of London’s most successful Further Education Colleges providing education and training to 16-19 year old’s and adults from across Richmond, London and Surrey, for over 80 years. We have opened a new building in 2020 and a brand-new technology-focused STEM Centre in 2024.

This exciting and innovative new learning environment is located within the grounds of the current college site, so remains convenient for public transport links – it is adjacent to the A316 and just a short walk from Twickenham rail station and a number of regular London bus routes.

Please note: For individuals who start a term time only role after 1st September, the salary will be pro-rated from the start date to the end of this academic year (31 st August 2026). This ensures that the correct entitlement to pay and holiday pay relative to the portion of the year worked.

We unfortunately so not offer sponsorship for this vacancy.

HRUC is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all people, irrespective of disability, race, gender, age, sexual orientation, transsexual or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, religion/faith or pregnancy and maternity leave.

Disclosure and Barring Service checks

HRUC (Harrow, Richmond & Uxbridge Colleges) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. To ensure that we meet our safeguarding commitments we will carry out all necessary pre-employment checks, including undertaking an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check for all successful candidates.

Where references are taken up by the College, it is our policy not to disclose references to candidates.

Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders

Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge College (HRUC) is committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, employees, learners, and volunteers, including those with criminal records. We actively promote equality of opportunity and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including ex-offenders. Our approach is in line with all relevant and current safeguarding and equality legislation.