Science Technician Chemistry

The Independent Schools Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Science Technician Chemistry within a leading educational institution. You will play a key role in supporting the Chemistry department by preparing materials, undertaking risk assessments, and ensuring the smooth operation of the science facilities. This full-time position offers a chance to be part of an expanding Science Department, emphasizing safety and quality in education.

Qualifications

• Assist with the preparation of materials for teaching.
• Undertake risk assessments as part of daily tasks.
• Support Chemistry department operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide support primarily to the Chemistry department.
• Cover in Biology or Physics as required.
• Manage day-to-day running of the Chemistry Prep room.

Skills

Preparation of scientific materials

Risk assessment

Health and Safety knowledge

Support for teaching staff

Education

Scientific qualifications

Job description

The Science Department is split by subject, Chemistry, Physics and Biology, each with its own Head of Department and teaching staff. A team of technicians support the teaching staff providing technical support to each of the departments, as well as assisting each other across within the whole science faculty.

This role will provide support primarily to the Chemistry department but there may be the requirement to cover in Biology or Physics as part of the wider team of technicians. The Science Technician Chemistry takes instruction from the Senior Technician in the Chemistry department for all day-to-day matters and reports to the Team Leader Technician. The successful candidate will assist with preparation of all materials used for teaching as well as the day-to-day running of the Chemistry Prep room. This includes the preparation of practical’s, undertaking risk assessments and associated Health and Safety issues throughout the department.

This is an exciting time to join the Science Department as the school is expanding and Science is at the forefront of this.

The salary is based on the KGS Support Staff scales and will be dependent upon experience and scientific qualifications.

This is a full time permanent position. The hours are 40 per week from 8.30am - 4.30pm, working 36 weeks of the year including term time.

The closing date for this role is 9am on Monday, 23rd June 2025. The school reserves the right to close this vacancy and appoint at anytime, therefore early applications are encouraged.