Science Technician

Teaching Vacancies; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Portsmouth is seeking a technician to support the Science Department. The ideal candidate will have some interest in Science and eagerness to learn. You will be involved in delivering supplies across multiple laboratories, which may require physical tasks. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Local Government Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Retail and other discounts

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of or interest in Science.
• Desire to learn and willingness to tackle various tasks.

Responsibilities

• Delivering supplies and equipment to laboratories.
• Lifting, carrying, and stair climbing as necessary.

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a new member of staff to join our technician team, to help meet the needs of a busy school Science Department.

Responsibilities

• Some knowledge of, or interest in, Science is needed, but thorough training, in all aspects of the job, will be available.
• The ideal candidate will possess a desire to learn and a willingness to tackle a variety of tasks.
• The Science Department has nine laboratories - this accommodation is spread over three floors in two separate buildings. As the job involves delivering supplies and equipment to these rooms, some lifting, carrying and stair climbing will be necessary.

Benefits

• Working in a small, highly motivated team of colleagues
• Competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme, retail and other discounts

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.