Science Laboratory Technician

Kensington Park School; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious independent school located in Westminster is seeking a highly qualified Science Lab Tech to enhance Science teaching in Chemistry, Biology, and Physics for students aged 11-18. The role involves contributing to a dynamic education environment, engaging with a rich co-curricular programme, and committing to safeguarding the welfare of students. The ideal candidate will join a supportive department focused on imaginative teaching practices and student development.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to consolidating and developing excellence in the delivery of Science teaching across Lower School and Sixth Form.
• Join a forward-thinking and high-achieving department and deliver imaginative, varied and challenging courses.
• Engage with the school’s extensive co-curricular programme.
• Support the daily operations of the Science department.

Job description

Overview

Kensington Park School is seeking to appoint a highly qualified, inspirational and enthusiastic Science Lab Tech from November 2025 to help to consolidate and develop excellence in the delivery of Science teaching (Chemistry, Biology and Physics) across both Lower School and Sixth Form.

Kensington Park School is a co-educational independent school (11-18) situated in the heart of cosmopolitan London with a commitment to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. The School combines a rigorous academic education with an emphasis on developing the whole student by giving them a broad educational experience and strong pastoral care. The small class sizes ensure that a personalised and individual education is delivered to each student. The School has an extensive and thriving co-curricular programme to which a contribution will be expected. The successful applicant will join a forward-thinking and high-achieving department and be committed to delivering genuinely imaginative, varied and challenging courses. Each year its leavers take up places at Oxbridge and other top universities in the UK, Europe, North America and around the world. The salary will reflect individual experience. Early applications are encouraged as they may be reviewed upon receipt and interviews may be scheduled in advance of the closing date. Kensington Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to consolidating and developing excellence in the delivery of Science teaching (Chemistry, Biology and Physics) across Lower School and Sixth Form.
• Join a forward-thinking and high-achieving department and deliver imaginative, varied and challenging courses.
• Engage with the school’s extensive co-curricular programme as part of a broader educational experience.
• Support the daily operations of the Science department to enhance student learning outcomes.

Requirements

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
• Salary will reflect individual experience.
• Early applications are encouraged as they may be reviewed upon receipt and interviews may be scheduled in advance of the closing date.