Technician - Health and Sciences

eTeach UK Limited; Walthamstow; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in East London is seeking a knowledgeable Health and Science Technician to support the health and safety in the laboratory and assist students in practical skill development. The ideal candidate will have experience in a science environment and a relevant curriculum specialism. This role provides opportunities for skill enhancement, a pension scheme, and various employee benefits, fostering a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Career average pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced sick pay

NUS Employee discount

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Sodexo benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience of supporting in the industry or a science environment, ideally within FE.
• Relevant curriculum specialism.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the health and safety of the specialist ward and laboratory.
• Manage inventory and support teaching staff.
• Support learners with practical skills.
• Lead operational areas and stock management.
• Enhance learner's participation and achievement.

Skills

Supporting in industry or a science environment

Relevant curriculum specialism

Job description

Health and Science Technician

Location: East London
Hours: 36
Salary range: £27,750 - £29,522 pa

About Waltham Forest College

Waltham Forest College has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious ‘Outstanding’ rating.
Waltham Forest College has been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, a testament to its exceptional employee experience and organisational culture.
Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, Waltham Forest College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state‑of‑the‑art industry‑standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future‑ready and equipped for success.

Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for the health and safety of the specialist ward and laboratory.
• Manage inventory, stock control and issuance of classroom materials to support teaching staff.
• Support small groups of learners with practical skills and progress.
• Lead and manage the relevant areas and stock, ensuring smooth operation.
• Support the department with learner’s progress, experience and practical skills, leading to wider participation and excellent achievement in various vocational courses offered in the department.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of supporting in the industry or a science environment, ideally within FE.
• Relevant curriculum specialism.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to develop skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment.
• Career average pension scheme, employee assistance programme, enhanced sick pay, NUS Employee discount.
• Free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme and Sodexo benefits scheme.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the wider community we support.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students and expect everybody working for the College to share this commitment.
We actively seek DBS clearance checks for applications of employment as part of our safeguarding procedures.
In line with KCSIE 2025 and Safer Recruitment principles the college reserves the right to conduct online searches of shortlisted candidate.

Closing Date: 5 January 2026
Interview Date: w/c 12 January 2026
*Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt; we reserve the right to interview before the closing date*.