Science Technician

Activate Learning; Worplesdon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A pioneering education group in the UK seeks a part-time Science Laboratory Technician to support science labs. Responsibilities include ensuring a clean and safe environment, preparing materials for lessons, and assisting teachers. Candidates must have a Level 4 qualification in a relevant science subject and experience in laboratory work. The role offers flexible working arrangements and a supportive community.

Benefits

Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards

Wellbeing & Resources Groups

Free eye tests and will writing

Access to Health Cash Plan

Continuous professional growth opportunities

Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff

Teacher pension scheme

Up to 6 weeks paid leave

Hybrid and flexible working options

Competitive salaries

Free parking at all campuses

Qualifications

• Experience of laboratory work is essential.
• Experience in writing risk assessments and COSHH assessments is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for the Science Laboratory facilities.
• Ensure the environment is clean, safe, and well-stocked.
• Support the teacher in delivering teaching programmes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

IT literacy

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 4 qualification in Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or Animal Science

Job description

About the role: Science Laboratory Technician

Activate Learning are looking for a Science Laboratory Technician to join our team in Merrist Wood.

You will be responsible for providing technical support for the Science Laboratory facilities which include, ensuring the teachers and our learners fully equipped in preparation for their lessons, making sure the environment is clean, safe and well stocked in-line with Health and Safety requirements. In addition, you will be required to support the teacher in the delivery of all teaching programmes and be present during the lessons to offer additional support learners if required.

This is a permanent, part-time position working one day per week during term time (0.20 FTE) at our Merrist Wood College campus.

What do you need to be a successful Science Laboratory Technician at Activate Learning?

• Level 4 qualification in one of the following science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Animal Science
• Experience of laboratory work
• Experience in writing risk assessments and COSHH assessments

The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and be IT literate.

In addition, you will need to have a flexible approach, coupled with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. You will demonstrate the ability to engage and develop students and role model the attributes that we develop within our learners.

Who we are:

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
• Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.

Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.

Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.

Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the adverts should we receive a sufficient level of interest!