Senior Science Technician

St Bernadette Catholic Secondary School; West of England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St Bernadette Catholic Secondary School is seeking a Senior Science Technician to organise and deliver technical assistance and support activities to teaching staff and the Head of Faculty. The role supports teaching, guidance and learning across the science curriculum, with a focus on safe laboratory practices and effective resource management.

The successful applicant will prepare and maintain science equipment, manage stock, liaise with suppliers and ensure calibration and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Committed to supporting high-quality teaching and learning within the Science Faculty.
• An organised and knowledgeable science technician with a strong understanding of laboratory procedures, equipment management and health and safety requirements.
• Proactive, adaptable and able to manage competing priorities while ensuring resources and facilities are prepared to a high standard.
• An excellent communicator and supportive team player who works effectively with staff, students and external suppliers.
• Committed to continuous improvement and maintaining best practice in science education and laboratory safety

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance and practical support to teaching staff and the Head of Science to enable effective curriculum delivery.
• Prepare, maintain and manage science equipment, materials and practical resources. Promote a safe working environment through effective health and safety procedures, risk management and technical advice.
• Support the day-to-day organisation of the Science Faculty, including stock control, ordering resources and liaising with suppliers.
• Ensure equipment is maintained, calibrated and fit for purpose, resolving issues where appropriate.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, supporting its ethos, values and safeguarding responsibilities.

Job description

Governors of this outstanding Catholic 11-16 school wish to appoint a Senior Science Technician to organise and deliver technical assistant and support activities to teaching staff and the Head of Faculty to support the teaching, guidance and learning that is necessary to deliver the curriculum.

You are:

• Committed to supporting high-quality teaching and learning within the Science Faculty
• An organised and knowledgeable science technician with a strong understanding of laboratory procedures, equipment management and health and safety requirements.
• Proactive, adaptable and able to manage competing priorities while ensuring resources and facilities are prepared to a high standard.
• An excellent communicator and supportive team player who works effectively with staff, students and external suppliers.
• Committed to continuous improvement and maintaining best practice in science education and laboratory safety

You will:

• Provide technical assistance and practical support to teaching staff and the Head of Science to enable effective curriculum delivery.
• Prepare, maintain and manage science equipment, materials and practical resources. Promote a safe working environment through effective health and safety procedures, risk management and technical advice.
• Support the day-to-day organisation of the Science Faculty, including stock control, ordering resources and liaising with suppliers.
• Ensure equipment is maintained, calibrated and fit for purpose, resolving issues where appropriate.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, supporting its ethos, values and safeguarding responsibilities.