Science Technician

The Boarding Schools' Association; Henley-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A co-educational independent school in Henley-on-Thames seeks a Science Technician to assist in practical and project work in the science department. Applicants should have a background in science and knowledge of laboratory health and safety protocols. This part-time role offers a competitive salary and excellent working conditions in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent free lunches

Contributory pension scheme

Access to gym and sporting facilities

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a science background with knowledge of health and safety protocols.
• Proactive and approachable with good communication skills.
• Previous experience in a school setting is advantageous, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assistance in practical and project work within the science department.
• Support teaching in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
• Ensure health and safety in the laboratory environment.

Skills

Science background

Knowledge of health and safety in a laboratory

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Science Technician to provide specialist assistance in the delivery of practical and project work within the science department. We have ten main teaching laboratories and two well-equipped prep rooms, supporting the teaching of Biology, Chemistry and Physics. A Biology specialism would be an advantage but applications are welcomed from all interested candidates.

Role details

Salary: Competitive salary with benefits

Employment Term: Part Time

Working times: Monday to Friday, term time plus INSET

Hours: 8.00am to 3.30pm

Starting October 2025

Responsibilities

Provide specialist assistance in the delivery of practical and project work within the science department. Support the teaching in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Ensure health and safety within a laboratory environment. Work as part of a team, use initiative, be approachable and have good communication and organisation skills. Full training will be provided.

Requirements

Science background; excellent knowledge of health and safety in a laboratory; able to work as part of a team; be proactive, approachable, with a sense of humour. Experience in a school is advantageous, but applications from those outside an education setting are welcomed.

About Shiplake College

Shiplake College is an independent boarding and day school for around 580 pupils aged 11 to 18. There has been a co-educational Sixth Form since 1998 and since September 2023 girls have been welcomed into Year 7 as the College became fully co-educational. Situated in 63 acres of countryside near Henley-on-Thames, we offer an outstanding education based on small class sizes, excellent facilities and dedicated teaching staff.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, excellent free lunches and a contributory pension scheme together with access to our gym and sporting facilities and an excellent working environment.

Contract details

Closing Date: Tuesday 30 September

Interviews: Friday 3 October

Location: Co-educational boarding and day for ages 11-18

Application A candidate pack and application form cannot be accessed from this description.

Safeguarding

Shiplake College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Shiplake College is also committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.