Science Technician

Capital City College; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading further education institution in the UK is seeking a full-time Science Technician. The role involves providing technical support in biology and microbiology, preparing materials for practical classes, and ensuring maintenance of laboratory services. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, effective communication abilities, and experience in a laboratory setting. This position offers a dynamic, inclusive work environment where contributions to the college community are valued.

Qualifications

• Reliable and motivated individual ready to deliver excellent service.
• Experience in biology and microbiology is essential.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare apparatus and materials for practical classes and assessments.
• Maintain and manage laboratory services and facilities.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Clear and professional communication

Experience in biology and microbiology

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Proactive attitude

Job description

About the Role

This role is offered on a full-time, permanent basis

To work as a member of a team providing technical support and expertise to the sciences with emphasis on biology and microbiology at the Angel. To assist and advice staff and students and actively participate in the maintenance, development and delivery of the science learning resources, equipment and maintain all facilities to the Colleges Health and Safety standards.

• Preparing apparatus, materials and setting up equipment and apparatus for practical classes, practical assessments, and individual investigations. Setting up and carrying out demonstrations. Retrieving and clearing up apparatus and laboratories etc.
• General maintenance (including cleaning) of apparatus and equipment and maintenance of laboratory services and facilities.
• Responsible for the safe storage and maintenance of stores in accordance with current legislations. Advising the chief science technician accordingly.

About the Team

You will join a friendly, professional team committed to delivering high‑quality support across the college. Working together, you'll help create a positive and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.

You will be joining a dynamic and supportive team of 10 colleagues who are committed to excellence. The team has a strong collaborative culture, sharing best practice and innovative approaches.

About You

We're looking for a reliable and motivated individual who takes pride in delivering excellent service. You should bring :

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy and efficiency
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Confident in collaborating with staff and students and delivering high‑quality practical lessons, with essential experience in biology and microbiology.
• A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn and adapt

Most importantly, you'll be ready to make a positive contribution to our college community.

About Us :

Capital City College (CCC), one of the UK's largest FE colleges in London. This influential group supports over 35,000 students based across 12 London campuses annually to develop the skills and knowledge to advance their career prospects or progress into higher education. This is done by an unrelenting commitment to curriculum innovation and an obsession with the quality of the student experience, which is underpinned by a resilient and prudent approach to financial management. Capital City College are widely recognised for their commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and educational excellence, positively impacting the lives of students across the capital and beyond.

Our Commitment to Equality and Safeguarding

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe and respectful working environment for everyone.

CCC is committed to the safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults. All roles require the successful candidate to undergo a DBS check — with some positions requiring an Enhanced Disclosure.

Our Values

To create a future that's uniquely yours.

As the largest further and higher education college in London, we offer the quality you deserve, state of the art facilities and a wide range of courses as unique as your interests and aptitude. Through partnerships with industry and academia, we open doors to your real‑world success.

Apply now for the Science Technician role if you're ready to contribute to the success of a dynamic education environment and make a real difference in the lives of our learners!

Safeguarding Statement

WKCIC is committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Equality & Diversity :

We value the diversity of our staff and learners who come from different cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds. This diversity is the source of our strength as our differences enable us to be innovative and creative in the way we work. Through our curriculum and employment policies, procedures and practices, we embrace equality and successfully celebrate the diversity of our staff and learners, who are encouraged and supported to share different aspects of their identity. We are proud to display the 'two ticks' symbol, to be a Stonewall Diversity Champion, and members of the Network for Black Professionals, and the Women’s Leadership Network. Our aim is to recruit the best staff possible and to deliver first class teaching to our learners. We are one of the few Colleges to employ an Equality & Diversity Manager whose goal it is to monitor and measure the steps taken to make sure we have an inclusive and safe learning and working environment. We are committed to equality and diversity, and expect our staff to share this commitment.