Science Laboratory Technician

The Palmer Catholic Academy; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

A comprehensive school in London is seeking a Science Laboratory Technician for a 25-hour term-time position. The role involves supporting teaching staff and maintaining laboratory protocols. Applicants should have a science background and relevant laboratory experience. The position offers a salary range of £18,071-£18,861 Actual. Apply via the academy's website before the deadline on 13th October 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory setting and ability to assist with practical lessons.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff in delivering lessons through equipment preparation.
• Maintain laboratory protocols and assist in setup for practical lessons.

Skills

Laboratory experience

General protocol skills

Education

Science background

Job description

Overview

Science Laboratory Technician role, 25 hours per week, term time only. Salary: LBR4, Spine points 7-10 (£30,285-£31,610 FTE; £18,071-£18,861 Actual). Start date: as soon as possible.

About The Palmer Catholic Academy

The Palmer Catholic Academy believes in setting the highest standards in all areas of academy life and is seeking a purposeful and committed individual to join and enhance our strong team. The academy is an over-subscribed 11–18 mixed, voluntary aided, comprehensive school in the London Borough of Redbridge. Although Catholic, we welcome applicants from Catholic and non-Catholic backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Support the teaching staff in the delivery of lessons through equipment preparation under the direction of the Senior Science Laboratory Technician.
• Maintain general laboratory protocol and assist with setting up practical lessons.

Requirements

• Science background with appropriate laboratory experience.
• General protocol skills and the ability to set up practical lessons.

Safeguarding

The Palmer Catholic Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks. References will be sought, and the successful candidate will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Shortlisted candidates will also be subject to online social media checks.

How to Apply

Full details of the post and application forms are available from the academy’s website at https://www.tpc.academy/. The closing date for completed applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 13th October 2025. Completed application forms should be emailed to Headteacher’s PA, Mrs Bolton, at [e-mail].

Additional notes

Please note that we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. If you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.