Technician - Laboratory

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group is looking for a part-time Laboratory Technician to support teaching at the Berkshire College of Agriculture. The role involves managing laboratory resources and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Applicants should have a Level 3 qualification in a scientific area and relevant laboratory experience. The position offers various benefits and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Subsidised leisure courses

Defined benefit pension schemes

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family-friendly policies

On-site café and coffee shop

Health and wellbeing benefits, including gym discounts and staff counselling

Qualifications

• Experience in setting up and dismantling scientific equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage laboratory resources and ensure safety compliance.
• Support teaching and learning across laboratories.

Skills

Health and Safety

Laboratory Equipment Maintenance

Education

Level 3 qualification in Biology or Chemistry

Job description

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is seeking a Technician – Laboratory to join our Berkshire College of Agriculture team, starting in September 2025. This is a permanent, part-time, term-time only role, working 20 hours per week for 38 weeks annually.

Role Overview

As a Laboratory Technician at WFCG, you will support teaching and learning across laboratories on the BCA campus. Your responsibilities include preparing and managing laboratory resources, such as equipment, chemicals, materials, apparatus, and samples. Ensuring laboratory safety and maintenance compliance is essential, requiring a good understanding of Health and Safety, COSHH regulations, and basic laboratory equipment maintenance.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should hold at least a Level 3 qualification in a relevant scientific area (Biology or Chemistry) and have suitable laboratory experience, including setting up and dismantling scientific equipment.

About Us

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South-East, operating across four main campuses: Langley, Windsor, Strodes-Egham, and Berkshire College of Agriculture-Maidenhead. We are committed to delivering high-quality education and training to a diverse student and business community in state-of-the-art facilities.

Benefits

• Career progression opportunities
• Subsidised leisure courses
• Defined benefit pension schemes
• Free on-site parking
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• On-site café and coffee shop
• Health and wellbeing benefits, including gym discounts and staff counselling

Application Process

The vacancy closes on Wednesday, 11th June 2025. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged. To apply, visit our careers page and complete the online application form, paying particular attention to the supporting statement to demonstrate how you meet each essential criterion.

The College is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check and other relevant screenings.

Recruitment agencies should note that we work with a preferred supplier list and do not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies not on this list.