Science Technician

The Methodist Church in Britain; Sefton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Up to 30 days annual holiday plus 1 WB

Employee Benefits Platform

Health Assured wellbeing portal

Free eye test voucher and flu vaccines

Interest-free travel loans

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

City of Liverpool College is seeking a part-time Science Technician to support Biology, Chemistry and Physics labs. The role involves preparing materials, solutions, and equipment, trialling experiments for safety, and maintaining stock across laboratories.

It also includes delivering small-group catch-up sessions and assisting teachers with practical lessons. The candidate should have a Level 3 qualification or relevant industry experience and proven wet lab skills.

Qualifications

• Proven wet lab skills and ability to work in a laboratory setting.
• Experience in education lab environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices in specialist areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up practical materials, solutions and equipment for Biology and Chemistry lessons.
• Trial experiments to ensure safety and classroom readiness.
• Maintain laboratory resources and move equipment between labs.
• Support teachers during practical lessons and with student needs.
• Deliver catch-up sessions for small groups.
• Assist with Physics resources and equipment.
• Check, clean, test and repair equipment; dispose of hazardous waste.
• Store chemicals and materials safely; keep stock records.

Skills

Wet lab skills

Laboratory techniques

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Level 3 qualification

Tools

Health and safety procedures

Job description

This permanent part-time Science Technician post sits in the Academic Studies department of The City of Liverpool College, supporting the Science Department for 21 hours a week. The work centres on preparing practical materials, chemical solutions and equipment for Biology and Chemistry lessons, trialling experiments for safety and keeping laboratory stock in order. The role also covers Physics resources and small-group practical catch-up sessions for students, which adds direct student-facing support. Fit depends on a Level 3 qualification or relevant industry experience, plus proven wet lab skills.

What the job involves

• Prepare, organise and set up practical materials, chemical solutions and equipment for Biology and Chemistry lessons
• Trial practical activities to ensure they are safe, effective and ready for classroom use
• Maintain organised laboratory resources and move equipment to and from laboratories
• Work with teachers to support practical lessons, helping staff and students as needed
• Deliver practical catch-up sessions for small groups of students
• Assist with preparing, organising and transporting Physics resources and equipment
• Check, clean, maintain, test and repair equipment, and arrange safe disposal including hazardous waste
• Store chemicals, drugs and other materials appropriately
• Keep stock records, check stock and order replacements as necessary
• Undertake risk assessments and take proactive responsibility for health and safety
• Resolve problems, diagnose faults and respond to complaints or queries
• Carry out maintenance tasks, including complex equipment that may need a licence to operate

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification or relevant industry experience

Experience

• Significant, proven experience in a lab-related position, preferably in education
• Specialist experience in laboratory techniques
• Knowledge and experience of health and safety for specialist areas, including keeping H&S records

Skills & knowledge

• Knowledge of Biology and Chemistry for wet lab working
• Detailed understanding of science across various levels
• Excellent computer literacy on the College's current IT programs
• Ability to design and test practical activities
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills
• Accuracy and reliability, including working to tight deadlines and competing priorities

Other

• Understanding of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
• Self-motivated and committed to own CPD
• Innovative and creative, with proven expertise in the field of the role

What’s offered

• Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 20.20%
• Up to 30 days annual holiday plus 1 wellbeing day, and 5 to 7 days statutory closure plus 2 days at Easter
• Employee Benefits Platform with discounts, Cycle to Work and salary sacrifice options
• Health Assured employee assistance programme and wellbeing portal
• Free eye test voucher scheme with Specsavers and free flu vaccinations
• Interest-free loans for Merseytravel and Merseyrail annual travel passes
• Flexible working options depending on business need
• Formal and informal professional development opportunities