Science Technician

Ark Schools; Wembley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salaries 2.5% higher than main paycale

Twice as many training days as std.

Generous pension scheme.

Access to Ark rewards - savings from 3

Interest-free loans - up to £5,000 for

Gym discounts - up to 40%

Employee Assistance Programme - free,

Job summary

Ark Elvin in London Brent is seeking a Science Technician to support the Science Department during term time. You will monitor classroom standards, prepare teaching materials, and help maintain stock and equipment.

Reporting to the Head of Department, you will ensure health and safety standards, assist with practical demonstrations, and contribute to improving teaching practices across science lessons. The role also offers professional development within the Ark network and access to staff

Qualifications

• Monitor classroom standards and communicate improvements to teaching practices.
• Maintain Health and Safety standards incorporating Cleapss codes.
• Prepare teaching materials and learning booklets for the Science department.
• Assist inventory and stock control of equipment for teaching use.

Responsibilities

• Experience working in a laboratory in a school or similar setting is desirable.
• Demonstrate key scientific concepts through practical demonstrations.
• Be up-to-date with COSHH procedures and CLEAPPS requirements.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety risk assessment and basic first aid.

Skills

Communication skills

Health & Safety awareness

Interpersonal skills

Education

A-level science (C or higher) or equivalent

Science degree (preferred)

Job description

Reports to: Head of Department Working Pattern: Term time only, 36 hours per week,

Responsibilities:

• To monitor standards and practices within the classroom and identify and communicate improvements to working practices to ensure the highest standards are achieved
• Ensure lofty standards of Health and Safety are always maintained Cleapss codes
• Prepare (and where appropriate manufacture) teaching materials as required to ensure effective support for teaching staff in the Science department and specific learning booklets delivered
• Support the Senior technician inventory of equipment and administrating stock control to maintain a supply of equipment for teaching use, We're proud to share that our school has been recognised as a top-performing secondary school nationally, receiving a top 5% badge in Employee Line Management in the Spring 2026 census with The Engagement Platform (TEP). Minimum of A Level Grade C or above (or equivalent) in a science subject, ideally qualified to degree level
• Health and Safety qualification or training or commitment to work towards
• First Aid qualification or training or commitment to work towards (desirable)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children and adults We are a large non-selective secondary school in the London borough of Brent, with excellent transport links to central London. We are proud of the excellent education we offer each of our pupils. Our team of enthusiastic, high expectations staff have transformed our school and we are just as excited about the next step in our school improvement journey, as we work together to deliver the outstanding education our community need and deserve. We are deeply committed to our mission: "To ensure that every pupil leaves Elvin confident, articulate, and culturally aware; able to pursue careers they are passionate about, contribute to society and live happy, healthy and fulfilled lives." Here at Ark Elvin, we understand that being a teacher is tough and we are committed to working together to help reduce workload where possible. This includes clarity around roles and responsibilities allowing you to plan daily, weekly and termly tasks, reducing ineffective or inefficient work such as report writing and parents' evenings and above all, listening to and acting on feedback. We are also committed to ensuring teachers can focus on teaching and have the opportunity to refine and develop their practice in the classroom and develop their leadership skills. You will also become part of a close-knit professional community of enthusiastic colleagues who benefit from the training, guidance, and support from the Ark network, one of the country's top performing school groups. Visit to learn more about us. Diversity and inclusion: We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone - staff and students - can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark's diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this. Safeguarding statement: Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend on the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, please click this.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Experience of working in a laboratory in a school or other industry (desirable)
• Experience, knowledge or a keen interest of key practical demonstrations that demonstrate key scientific concepts and engage students
• Up-to-date knowledge of COSHH procedures and CLEAPPS requirements
• Knowledge of Health & Safety risk assessment, able to deal with minor incidents including first aid

Benefits:

• Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
• Twice as many training days as standard.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to Ark rewards - a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
• Interest-free loans - up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
• Gym discounts - offering up to 40%.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme - providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.