Science Technician

William Morris Sixth Form; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sixth form college in London is seeking a full-time staff member to support Science education. Key responsibilities include preparing practical activities, implementing curricula, and supporting students in various Science courses. The ideal candidate should have at least A level education in Science, excellent communication skills, and experience working with young people. This role offers a term-time position covering maternity leave and emphasizes professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Educated to at least A level, preferably with a Science degree.
• Experience working with young people in a multi-cultural environment.
• Keen to develop skills in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare practical activities for teaching staff and students.
• Implement agreed programmes of work with students in Science lessons.
• Support Science curriculum areas across A level and BTEC/CTEC courses.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Adaptability

Experience with young people

Willingness to develop skills

Education

A level, preferably with a Science degree

Job description

William Morris Sixth Form, situated in Hammersmith, was established as the country's first 16‑19 comprehensive school. We offer 850 students from West London and beyond an exciting range of academic and vocational courses from foundation learning through to advanced level. WMSF is an over‑subscribed, vibrant, inner‑city learning community that has the individual student at the heart of everything it does.

Responsibilities

• Prepare practical activities for teaching staff and students.
• Implement agreed programmes of work with individual and/or groups of students in Science lessons and/or supported study time.
• Support Science curriculum areas across all three Sciences at A level, BTEC and CTEC Level 3 in Applied Science, Medical Science and Health and Social Care.

Qualifications

• Educated to at least A level, preferably with a Science degree.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Flexible and adaptable approach.
• Experience working with young people in a multi‑cultural environment.
• Keen to develop your skills.

Terms and Conditions

This is a full‑time, term‑time role on a fixed‑term basis to cover maternity leave.

Professional Development

We aim to create a friendly, supportive and open culture in which staff can develop and thrive. Professional development for all staff is taken seriously, and many opportunities are offered both in‑house and externally.

Closing date: 17th November 2025
Interview date: 19th November 2025

We actively promote the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.