Science Technician - Woodford County High School

Redbridge London Borough Council; Ilford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodford County High School seeks a Science Technician to support the Science Department, maintaining laboratories, assisting teachers, and ensuring a safe, orderly learning environment. The role requires strong IT skills, reliable time management, and the ability to work well in a team.

This is a full-time, term-time only post with a competitive salary scale for the school sector. The successful candidate will contribute to smooth operations, assist with stock control, and help students develop

Qualifications

• Strong IT competency with Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to self-manage time and meet deadlines.
• Good teamwork and communication within a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Support science teaching and the department to run smoothly.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and assist with stock ordering.

Skills

IT competency (Word/Outlook/Excel)

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Tools

Word

Outlook

Excel

Specialist software

Job description

Science Technician - Woodford County High School

Reference SB 694748

Category School Support (non-teaching)

Location Woodford County High School, High Road, IG8 9LA

Job Type Permanent

Job Hours Full-time

Job hours notes Full Time (36 hours per week) - Term Time Only

Description

Science Laboratory Technician

We are looking to appoint a Science Technician as soon as possible to contribute towards the efficient and smooth running of our Science Department.

Person Specification

• Strong IT competency [Word, Outlook, Excel, and specialist software where needed].


• Ability to engage with internal systems for ordering, reporting issues, etc.


• Ability to self-manage time and workload and adhere to deadlines.


• Strong organisational skills, communication skills and an ability to work within a team.


• A willingness to learn and to be flexible and adaptable, to meet the needs of the department and curriculum.

Closing date for applications: Monday 12th October 2026 at 9am

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 21st October 2026

Additional salary information

Scale: LBR4, SCP 7 - SCP 10

Salary: £31,290 - £32,655 per annum FTE, £26,596.50 - £27,756.50 pro rata (actual salary)