Science Laboratory Technician

TES FE News; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Science Laboratory Technician to prepare lesson materials and support students in a safe laboratory environment. Candidates should have NVQ Level 2 or equivalent and excellent communication skills. This part-time role offers a supportive team atmosphere and various benefits, contributing to the growth of students and staff alike.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Work Perks

Bike To Work Scheme

Use of fitness facilities

Qualifications

• Suitability to work with children.
• Broad experience in educational settings.
• High standard of personal presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up equipment and materials for Science lessons.
• Support students and teachers during practical sessions.
• Maintain a safe and clean laboratory environment.
• Monitor and manage stock levels of chemicals and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and inventories.

Skills

Good written and oral communication skills

Knowledge of relevant Health and Safety issues, particularly COSHH

Reliability and approachability

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

Position: Science Laboratory Technician

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 35 hours per week, Term time only + 5 TED days

Salary: Scale 2 (pts 3-4)

Start: October/November 2025

Trinity High School is a very special learning community. Our HEART values of Happiness, Excellence, Ambition, Respect and Tolerance underpin our day to day work and visitors are always impressed by the warm, friendly and highly positive relationships that exist between staff and students. We are a friendly and caring community where students are encouraged to aim high, embrace challenge and develop resilience so that they can realise their talents and create their futures. Our school motto, Excellence for All, encapsulates our vision for all students in our care. Our motto reflects both ambition and inclusivity and allows students to prosper because we have high expectations of their academic progress as well as their personal development. As they move through the school they grow into confident, articulate young adults who contribute selflessly to their families and their local communities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up equipment and materials for Science lessons
• Support students and teachers during practical sessions
• Maintain a safe and clean laboratory environment
• Monitor and manage stock levels of chemicals and equipment
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Maintain accurate records and inventories

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification
• Suitability to work with children
• Broad experience
• Knowledge of relevant Health and Safety issues, particularly COSHH
• Good written and oral communication skills
• High standard of personal presentation
• Reliable and approachable

Benefits

• Joining a strong and dynamic team of professionals
• Work in a school with high aspirations for all of its students and staff
• Be provided with excellent career opportunities
• Benefits including; Employee Assistance Programme, Work Perks, Bike To Work Scheme, use of fitness facilities

Additional information

Closing Date: Monday 22nd September 2025, 12 noon.

Interview Date: TBC

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Please follow the TES application instructions to apply.

For further information or to arrange a visit to school, please contact Nigel Ford, Headteacher at Trinity High School on 01527 585859 or on [e-mail].

Notes Only applications submitted via the TES portal will be considered. CVs and open references are not acceptable. The successful candidate must meet the person specification in full in order to be offered the post. Trinity High School is an equal opportunities employer.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and criminal background check via the disclosure procedures. Also as per The Department for Education Statutory guidance, in accordance with the “Keeping Children Safe in Education” legislation latest version that came into effect on 1st September 2022, shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence.

Trinity High School is committed to the protection, safety and welfare of its pupils and staff and we aim for the highest standards in safeguarding procedures. We expect all staff to share and promote this commitment.

Additional details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Book and Periodical Publishing

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