Science Laboratory Technician

Kelvinside Academy; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Kelvinside Academy in Glasgow is seeking a part-time Science Laboratory Technician starting August 2025. The role involves supporting the Science Department, requiring a relevant science qualification and a commitment to student welfare and safety. Candidates should embrace the inclusive aims of the school and contribute positively to its community.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting laboratory activities in an educational context.
• Willingness to contribute to school life outside of laboratories.
• Must undertake a PVG Scheme check through Disclosure Scotland.

Responsibilities

• Support learning in the Science Department for Senior Prep to Senior 6.
• Assist in maintaining laboratory equipment and materials.
• Promote a safe and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Relevant Science qualification

Job description

Rate: Salary commensurate with skills and experience

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 30 hours per week

PART TIME, TERM TIME

08:45-14:45 MONDAY TO FRIDAY

TENABLE FROM AUGUST 2025

Founded in 1878, Kelvinside Academy is an independent, HMC co-educational day school for around 600 pupils aged from 3-18 in the West End of Glasgow.

We seek a Science Laboratory Technician to undertake duties that support learning in the Science Department for pupils in Senior Prep (Primary 7) - Senior 6.

The Science Department comprises a team of seven staff members, including a Head of Faculty.

The school aims to bring out the best in every pupil, combining high standards of teaching and a superb extra-curricular programme within an inclusive and caring ethos. A willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school is essential.

Kelvinside Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undertake a PVG Scheme check through Disclosure Scotland.

How to apply:

The post is tenable from August 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter. In the first instance, please contact Ben FitzGerald, Head of Faculty, if you have any questions about the post – [e-mail] .

A completed application form, available from the School’s website , and letter of application should be emailed to the Rector, Mr D J Wyatt, by 12.00 noon on Friday 1 August 2025. Interviews will be held on Thursday 7 August 2025.