Science Technician

The Windsor Boys' School; Clewer Village; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

Job summary

The Windsor Boys’ School invites applications for a Science Technician to support Biology, Chemistry and Physics in a thriving Science Department. You will prepare teaching areas and equipment, maintain lab resources and help ensure a safe, well-equipped learning environment for pupils.

Flexible hours are offered with both full-time and part-time arrangements considered, starting January 2027. Experience and training will be considered during recruitment.

Qualifications

• Physically fit and able to lift heavy/awkward items.
• Willingness to learn to operate, maintain and repair equipment used in a science setting.
• First Aid knowledge or qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and equipment for lessons as directed by subject teachers.
• Maintain stocks of materials and chemicals and place orders to keep supplies ready.
• Undertake regular checks and maintenance of equipment and safe storage of items.
• Assist in the classroom/laboratory to support student learning and safety.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Health & Safety

Teamwork

Education

A level or NVQ2

Job description

SCIENCE TECHNICIAN

Scale 3, Point 5

Full-time or part-time hours considered, TERM TIME ONLY

Salary: 20 hours per week, term time only £12,693 / 25 hours per week, term time only £15,866 / 30 hours per week, term time only £19,039

Start date:

January 2027

The Windsor Boys’ School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and reliable Science Technician to join our successful and supportive Science Department. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a thriving department, supporting the delivery of high-quality Science education across Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Working alongside our teaching staff, you will play an important role in preparing practical resources, maintaining equipment and ensuring that our laboratories provide a safe, well-equipped and stimulating learning environment.

We are looking for someone who is proactive, well-organised and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. A keen interest in Science and a willingness to support practical learning would be an advantage, although relevant experience and training will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

We are able to offer flexibility, with both full-time and part-time working arrangements available for the right candidate.

At The Windsor Boys’ School, you will join a committed team with a strong culture of collaboration and a shared ambition to provide excellent opportunities for our pupils.

Windsor Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service. CVs will not be accepted in place of an application form.

For further information about the role, please refer to the accompanying job description.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Purpose

To assist subject teachers in the delivery of the curriculum by preparing the teaching area and equipment for pupils.

Scope of Job (budgetary/resource control, impact)

• Operates within a specialised subject environment such as a laboratory or workshop.
• Works with a variety of materials, which require appropriate handling and application.
• Involved in moving equipment/materials.
• Will have contact directly with pupils and will be required to deal with them in a sympathetic manner
• Will spend majority of working time standing and undertaking physical activities.
• Due to the nature of the activities special attention must be paid to Health & Safety issues both for the environment and equipment/materials used.

Position within Unit Structure

Reports to Head of Department.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Physically fit, able to lift heavy/awkward items.
• Able to, or willingness to learn to operate, maintain and repair a variety of specialist equipment
• Must have manual dexterity.
• Knowledge of specialist products relevant to the subject area
• Able to remain calm in a busy environment.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of current developments in their specialist area.
• Qualified to A level or NVQ 2 or equivalent by experience in a specialist area eg biology, physics
• First Aid - appointed person or fully qualified?

Job Accountabilities

• In line with the instructions from the subject teacher prepare the specified materials and equipment in time for the specified lesson. This will include preparing complex equipment/experiments to enable the teacher to demonstrate experiments safely or preparing materials for pupils to use during lessons.
• Maintain sufficient supplies of materials, chemicals etc to enable teachers to deliver their lessons. This will include placing orders with suppliers and ensuring that items are purchased in a cost-effective way.
• Undertake regular checks of the more complex/sensitive equipment, ensuring annual maintenance/safety checks are completed.
• Undertake daily cleaning of used equipment and maintenance. Undertake periodic cleaning of equipment in line with Departments timetable.
• Ensure that all allocated equipment and materials are stored safely and securely to prevent unauthorised access and potential accidents/misuse.
• Under the direction of the subject teacher work with pupils in the classroom/laboratory/workshop supporting and encouraging their learning by explaining/demonstrating exercises/experiments etc.
• Perform duties in line with Health & Safety rules and to take remedial action where hazards are identified. Where hazards are serious report to the line manager immediately.
• Undertake First Aid duties in line with qualification/training received and act in line with the school’s accident/incident policy