Science Laboratory Technician EDV/2025/AVHS/58425 Arrow Vale High School Matchborough Way, Redd[...]

Springwell Alternative Academy; Redditch; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Redditch seeks a Science Laboratory Technician to provide technical and practical support for the Science Department. This role involves preparing materials, setting up equipment for practical lessons, and assisting non-specialists. Candidates should be enthusiastic and motivated, with previous laboratory experience desirable. The school emphasizes inspirational teaching and skill development, fostering academic success for students.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and motivated to assist in science education.
• Desirable previous knowledge/experience of working in a laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and technical support for teaching within the Science Department.
• Prepare materials and set up equipment for practical sessions.
• Support non-specialists and trainees with demonstrations.

Skills

Knowledge of laboratory practices

Ability to assist with practical demonstrations

Strong organizational skills

Job description

Science Laboratory Technician

16 hours per week - Term Time Only

LGS Scale 3 points 5-6 £25,584-£25,989 (£9,271 - £9,418 pa actual salary)

We have an immediate vacancy for an enthusiastic and motivated person to take on the role of Science Technician within the school.

The role will be to provide practical and technical support for teaching and learning within the Science Department, including the preparation of materials, setting up of equipment for class practical sessions and maintaining equipment for use.

The successful candidate will also be supporting non specialists and trainees with demonstrations and class practicals. Previous knowledge/experience of working within a laboratory environment is desirable.

Interested parties who would like an informal conversation about the role are welcome to contact Sam Lal, Director of Learning and Standards in Science at the school.

This is an extremely exciting time to join us. As a Trust founded by The Royal Society of Arts, our exceptional schools work together to create learning that is inspirational for all. We have a particular passion for academic success generated through creative teaching and learning, and skills development, that best prepares students for the world beyond school.