Science Technician

Teaching Vacancies; Stroud; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

25 days annual leave

Professional development

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Teaching Vacancies seeks a dedicated Science Technician to provide high-quality technical support across Biology, Chemistry and Physics. You will help prepare practical lessons, maintain equipment and uphold stringent health and safety standards across multiple courses.

You will work with staff and students, develop demonstrations, manage resources and support department activities, including open days and field trips, in a collaborative, student-centred college environment.

Qualifications

• A Levels or degree qualification (or equivalent) in scientific subjects.
• Experience working in a technician role within education or industry.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory health and safety procedures.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Strong IT and technological skills.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with staff and students.
• Confidence working independently and managing your own workload.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Experience supporting health and safety risk assessment processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratories, equipment, chemicals and materials for practical lessons.
• Support the delivery of Biology, Chemistry and Physics practical activities.
• Ensure the safe storage, handling and disposal of chemicals and biological waste in line with CLEAPSS and government guidance.
• Maintain laboratories and preparation areas to a high standard.
• Develop, test and prepare practical demonstrations when required.
• Manage laboratory inventories, stock control and ordering processes.
• Arrange equipment servicing and undertake minor repairs where appropriate.
• Support lecturers, students and project work during practical sessions.
• Maintain and review risk assessments for practical activities, field trips and events.
• Assist with open days, field trips and other departmental activities.
• Provide health and safety advice within laboratory environments.

Skills

Tech skills

Health and safety

Organisational skills

IT skills

Relationship building

Independent work

Problem solving

Team player

Workload management

Risk assessment experience

Education

A Levels or degree in science subjects

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Beneficial Skills and Qualifications

• A Levels or degree qualification (or equivalent) in scientific subjects.
• Experience working in a technician role within education or industry.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory health and safety procedures.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Strong IT and technological skills.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with staff and students.
• Confidence working independently and managing your own workload.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Experience supporting health and safety risk assessment processes.

What the college offers its staff

Financial Rewards and Benefits:

• Opportunity to make a positive impact within the community and on learners’ lives
• Competitive Pension Scheme- Corporate and support roles have access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), a flexible and pension accessible from the age of 55, with generous employer contributions of 16%.
• Generous Annual leave entitlement plus the 8 bank holidays- 25 days corporate and support functions, increasing to 30 days after 5 academic years’ service (Full-Time Equivalent).
• Two weeks leave during the Christmas closedown period largely supported by the discretionary closure days provided by the College.
• Extensive professional development with ongoing support for your personal & professional development, including 25% tuition discount for immediate family of SGS employees.
• Family friendly policies and a proven commitment to supporting flexible working practices
• Access to ‘My Lifestyle’ discounted shopping benefits, cycle to work scheme and a Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• All staff members can buy a TOTUM card(formerly known as NUS Extra cards), as part of being an affiliate member of the Students' Union
• Staff have access and supported to be part of inclusive or sustainable staff networks and communities
• Free car parking at all campuses (Except Queens Road Art School)
• Access to a wide variety of external health and wellbeing resources
• Subsidised onsite catering services including Costa Coffee

Further details about the role

Are you passionate about science and committed to creating outstanding learning experiences? We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Science Technician to provide high-quality technical support across our Biology, Chemistry and Physics provision.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving Science team, supporting practical teaching and learning across A Levels, GCSEs, Access to HE and Applied Science programmes.

As our Science Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, effective and efficient operation of our laboratories and preparation areas. You will work closely with teaching staff to prepare practical lessons, maintain specialist equipment, manage laboratory resources and uphold the highest standards of health and safety.

The role supports a busy department with specialist Chemistry, Biology and Physics laboratories, preparation rooms and a wide range of scientific courses.

You'll be part of a supportive and collaborative team committed to delivering exceptional science education. This role offers the opportunity to use your technical expertise to inspire the next generation of scientists while maintaining a safe and engaging learning environment.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratories, equipment, chemicals and materials for practical lessons.
• Support the delivery of Biology, Chemistry and Physics practical activities.
• Ensure the safe storage, handling and disposal of chemicals and biological waste in line with CLEAPSS and government guidance.
• Maintain laboratories and preparation areas to a high standard.
• Develop, test and prepare practical demonstrations when required.
• Manage laboratory inventories, stock control and ordering processes.
• Arrange equipment servicing and undertake minor repairs where appropriate.
• Support lecturers, students and project work during practical sessions.
• Maintain and review risk assessments for practical activities, field trips and events.
• Assist with open days, field trips and other departmental activities.
• Provide health and safety advice within laboratory environments.

Commitment to safeguarding

SGS College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, and additional checks and online searches in accordance with KCSIE guidance.

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