Senior Science Technician - Croydon, South London

Teaching Personnel; Croydon; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Une académie dynamique à Croydon recherche un Senior Science Technician pour un poste permanent à temps plein, à partir de septembre 2025. Le candidat idéal aura de solides compétences en sciences, une expérience en laboratoire, et sera capable de gérer l'équipe technique tout en assurant la conformité aux réglementations de sécurité.

Qualifications

• Expérience en laboratoire ou en milieu scolaire
• Capacité à gérer et former d'autres techniciens
• Sens de l'initiative et capacité d'adaptation

Responsibilities

• Préparer et maintenir l'équipement pour les cours de sciences
• Assurer la sécurité et la conformité H&S
• Gérer l'équipe des techniciens en sciences

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Connaissance des réglementations sanitaires

Education

Qualifications en sciences ou pratique de laboratoire

Job description

Senior Science Technician - Croydon, South London
Salary: Grade 4 (Outer London): £29,346-£31,074
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025
Location: Croydon, South London

About the Role:
Our client, a vibrant and high-achieving secondary academy based in Croydon, is seeking to appoint an experienced and motivated Senior Science Technician to join their dedicated team from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a thriving, inclusive, and Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' school that prides itself on academic success and community values.
As a Senior Science Technician, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the Science curriculum (Biology, Chemistry and Physics), ensuring that teaching staff and students benefit from a well-organised and safe practical learning environment. This role involves a blend of technical expertise, team management, and administrative coordination, making it ideal for someone with strong scientific knowledge and a proactive, collaborative approach.

Main Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain equipment and materials to support science lessons

• Assist in practical lessons and support enrichment activities

• Oversee the safe storage, handling, and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials

• Manage and coordinate the science technician team, including workload allocation and performance reviews

• Conduct safety checks, maintain risk assessments, and ensure Health & Safety compliance

• Keep accurate records and manage inventory for chemicals, resources, and equipment

• Support teaching staff with practical demonstrations and layout setup in laboratories

• Provide general administrative and resource support to the Science department

• Maintain the welfare of plants and animals used for scientific study

• Modify or create equipment as required from staff instructions or lesson needs

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Relevant qualifications and/or further training in science or laboratory practice

• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations related to science education

• Strong numeracy, literacy, organisational, and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Experience working in a laboratory or school science setting

• Ability to manage and train other technicians

• A flexible and proactive mindset with the capacity to adapt to changing priorities

Why Join Our Client's Academy?