Science Technician (Biology and/or Chemistry specialism)

Forest; Greater London; Hybride; GBP 23 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Generous CPD budget

Comprehensive Professional Development

Outreach Programme involvement

Free hot lunch and refreshments

20% fee remission for Forest-attending

Sylvestrian Leisure Centre membership

Group Life Assurance scheme and P.A.

Private medical insurance contribution

Pension scheme

Résumé du poste

Forest School in Greater London is seeking a versatile Laboratory Technician to support the science curriculum. You will coordinate practical resources, manage facilities and provide expert technical assistance under the guidance of key science leaders.

The role requires collaboration across Biology, Chemistry, Physics and STEM teaching teams to meet practical requirements. We value proactive problem-solving, safeguarding awareness and a commitment to supporting pupils’ hands-on learning.

Description du poste

Working under the guidance of the Team Leader Technician, Head of Biology, Head of Chemistry, Head of Physics, and Associate Academic Lead (STEM), the Technician is responsible for coordinating the use of practical resources and facilities and for providing expert technical support, advice, and assistance to meet the practical requirements of the science curriculum. While the postholder may have a specialist responsibility for Biology or Chemistry, they will be expected to provide support across all areas of the Science curriculum as required.

Why work at Forest?

There are many benefits of working at Forest school as staff are our single most important asset. Key benefits include:

• Generous CPD budget
• Comprehensive Professional Development Review system
• Opportunities to contribute to the wider community via our extensive Outreach Programme
• Free hot lunch (takeaway sandwich lunch also available) and refreshments throughout the day
• 20% fee remission (pro-rata for part time staff) for children attending Forest which is applicable Y3-Y13
• Subsidised membership to the Sylvestrian Leisure Centre
• Membership of the School's Group Life Assurance scheme and Personal Accident Scheme
• Contribution towards private medical insurance fees
• Membership of a pension scheme

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.