Science Technician

NCG; Newburgh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a General Science Technician to support Social Science and Health education programmes. This permanent part-time role involves ensuring practical sessions run smoothly and maintaining lab equipment. Candidates should be motivated and have knowledge of laboratory practices. Employee benefits include generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Working

Student Discount

Government Pension Schemes

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Knowledge of laboratory practice and equipment appropriate to a General Science Technician role.
• Motivated, detail-driven, and collaborative team member with a focus on learner outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Support Social Science, Health and Social Care, and Access to Higher Education programmes.
• Ensure smooth running of practical sessions and maintain specialist resources and equipment.
• Support innovative teaching and learning in a laboratory setting.

Skills

Knowledge of laboratory practice and equipment

Motivated

Detail-driven

Collaborative team member

Job description

Overview

Join Our School of Science as a General Science Technician! West Lancashire College is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic General Science Technician (0.5 FTE, permanent) to support our Social Science, Health and Social Care, and Access to Higher Education programmes. Based in our brand-new, bespoke School of Science, you\'ll work within a vibrant learning environment featuring a hi-spec laboratory, fully equipped preparation room, and dedicated external teaching space.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team in a facility designed in direct response to local industry needs. You\'ll bring your knowledge of laboratory practice and equipment expertise to ensure smooth running of practical sessions, maintain specialist resources, and support innovative teaching and learning. If you\'re motivated, detail-driven, and eager to help shape the future of our learners, we\'d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Support Social Science, Health and Social Care, and Access to Higher Education programmes.
• Ensure smooth running of practical sessions and maintain specialist resources and equipment.
• Support innovative teaching and learning in a laboratory setting.
• Operate within a hi-spec laboratory, preparation room, and external teaching space as part of a dedicated School of Science.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of laboratory practice and equipment appropriate to a General Science Technician role.
• Motivated, detail-driven, and collaborative team member with a focus on learner outcomes.

Employee Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave
• Flexible Working
• Student Discount
• Government Pension Schemes
• Cycle to Work
• Employee Assistance Programme

NCG Values

• Being both inclusive and diverse
• Trusting and respecting our communities
• Taking ownership whilst working collaboratively
• Inspiring excellence and curiosity

For further detail about our Values and Strategy, please visit our website - Values and Strategy