Senior Laboratory Technician — Science Lab & Safety Lead

South & City College Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

South & City College Birmingham is seeking a technical support role in the BTEC Science Department to assist practical science delivery across science courses including A-levels and Access to HE.

You will assemble apparatus, prepare materials, support teachers and students, and help manage lab stock and safety compliance across campuses, contributing to a safe, efficient and well-equipped learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Make up solutions and assemble apparatus for practical sessions and prepare materials for other lab technicians to meet deadlines.
• Provide technical assistance to teachers, new technicians and students, suggesting alternative procedures or equipment where applicable.
• Support teachers on open days and other important extra-curricular events.
• Keep laboratories and prep rooms clean and tidy and maintain stock control and monitor expenditure.
• Coordinate safety tasks including risk assessments, COSHH records, PPE, and safety audits across campuses.
• Attend divisional meetings and health and safety meetings and monitor health and safety in the science laboratories.

Job description

South & City College Birmingham is seeking a technical support role in the BTEC Science Department to assist practical science delivery across science courses including A-levels and Access to HE.

You will assemble apparatus, prepare materials, support teachers and students, and help manage lab stock and safety compliance across campuses, contributing to a safe, efficient and well-equipped learning environment.