Senior Science Technician - Experienced Lab Prep & Safety

Lincroft Academy; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship & CPD opportunities

ITT support team

Mental health & wellbeing resources

Cycle to work scheme

Pension scheme

Job summary

Lincroft Academy is seeking a Senior Science Technician to provide high‑quality practical and technical support across the science curriculum. The role is term-time, Grade 6, 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, and focuses on preparing equipment, maintaining labs, and ensuring safe, effective lessons.

You will coordinate technical support, manage stocks, assist with sourcing and calibration, and work closely with teachers to enable engaging, safe practical learning for students.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating the technical support for the department.
• Preparing and maintaining practical teaching areas, equipment and resources.
• Ensuring appropriate stock levels and assisting with sourcing, costing and ordering materials.
• Maintaining accurate records and maintenance plans.
• Checking, cleaning, maintaining, calibrating, testing and arranging repairs to equipment.
• Providing technical guidance and practical support to teachers and students.
• Working alongside teachers during lessons and supporting demonstrations of practical skills and processes.
• Promoting safe working practices, including the safe storage, use and disposal of materials and hazardous substances.
• Supporting specialist subject events, trips, workshops and visiting speakers.
• Keeping your technical knowledge and skills up to date through relevant training and professional development.

Job description

Lincroft Academy is seeking a Senior Science Technician to provide high‑quality practical and technical support across the science curriculum. The role is term-time, Grade 6, 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, and focuses on preparing equipment, maintaining labs, and ensuring safe, effective lessons.

You will coordinate technical support, manage stocks, assist with sourcing and calibration, and work closely with teachers to enable engaging, safe practical learning for students.