Science Technician

Havering Education Services; Romford; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Romford is seeking a dedicated Science Technician to support their Science Department. This part-time/term-time role involves maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring health and safety compliance, and collaborating across the school community. The successful candidate will have relevant qualifications and share a commitment to empowering young women in their academic journey. The role offers a friendly working environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Supportive colleagues

Access to well-being support

Strong links with other schools

Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory maintenance and equipment handling.
• Ability to ensure safe storage and use of laboratory equipment.
• Strong commitment to Health and Safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize equipment for lessons.
• Clean and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Assist with health and safety compliance in labs.

Skills

Laboratory maintenance

Health and Safety procedures

Collaboration

Education

Relevant qualifications in Science

Job description

• Employer: LIFE Education Trust - The Frances Bardsley Academy
• Reference: SCH/25/327536

The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls

Closing on 06/01/2026 at 09:00

Enhanced DBS Check

Permanent | Part Time/Term Time

20 hours per week.

LIFE EDUCATION TRUST

The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls

An 11-18 Academy with Visual Arts Specialism

Tel: [phone]

Web: www.fbaok.co.uk

Executive Headteacher: Mr J. Dutnall LLB, BA, MA, MBA

Science Technician

Hours: 20 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, Term‑time working, Monday to Friday; 10am to 2pm

Salary: Scale 4.7 to 4.10, £30,288 - £31,611 Annually (FTE). Actual Salary £14,103 to £14,719 (as 46.56% FTE)

Contract Type: Permanent

Start Date: As soon as possible

About this Role

We are seeking to appoint a high‑calibre Science Technician to join a talented and supportive Science Department at The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls. We are looking for individuals who share our passion for empowering young women, and for guiding them to be the best version of themselves.

The successful candidate will:

• Share our commitment to building great learning communities for our students.
• Ensure the efficient preparation and organisation of equipment for lessons as required upon request to prior notice given 48 hours in advance.
• Clean equipment after use and assist with any chemical spillage when they occur.
• General routine laboratory maintenance.
• Ensure safe storage and use of laboratory equipment.
• Refer stock requirements to the Head of Science and Head Technician and assist in the ordering process.
• Ensure the general application of Health and Safety procedures in relation to laboratories (appropriate training will be provided).
• Be motivated to help develop amazing young women.
• Work collaboratively across the school.
• Support the ongoing growth and development of the department.

The successful candidate will become part of an oversubscribed, flourishing school for girls aged 11 to 18, with confident, courteous, articulate students and an ethos in empowerment. The school is committed to providing the best learning opportunities in a safe, secure and friendly environment with dedicated colleagues who strive for excellence.

In return we can offer you:

• Welcoming and friendly colleagues.
• A stimulating and welcoming learning environment with excellent facilities, including a farm, an art gallery and our own railway.
• Strong links with girls’ schools in the UK and abroad through the International Coalition of Girls Schools (ICGS).
• Access to the Schools Advisory Service (SAS), the Trust’s employee well‑being support and medical programme. This includes 24‑hour‑a‑day access to a GP helpline for you and those within your household, a counselling service, stress management, weight loss programme, physiotherapy, menopause support and much more.
• Increased priority in admission to our school for your child/ren.
• Close proximity to the M25, Romford Railway Station (Elizabeth Line) and on a main bus route.

The Frances Bardsley Academy is a large secondary school situated in Romford, Havering. With beautiful buildings and a stunning site, the school has been recognised as 'Ofsted Outstanding' for Behaviour & Attitudes, Personal Development, and Leadership & Management. The Frances Bardsley Academy is dedicated to the growth and development of its teachers and leaders, providing ample opportunities for professional development and career progression.

At the LIFE Education Trust, our mission is 'To build great learning communities where children flourish'. To accomplish our mission, we keep our 3 core beliefs at the heart of everything we do: Courageous Optimism, Boundless Creativity and Heartfelt Compassion. We support our schools to deliver excellent pupil outcomes, create vibrant, exciting environments and offer rewarding careers for employees.

For further information about this role and to apply, please click https://mynewterm.com/jobs/138326/EDV-2025-FBAG-80632

Visits to the school are welcomed.

Closing date: 6th January 2026 at 9am

The Trust reserves the right to interview prior to the deadline date.

We encourage and welcome applications from all backgrounds and all parts of the community, particularly people from ethnic minorities who are currently under‑represented. LIFE Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

Safeguarding

Havering Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The protection of our pupils from abuse is the responsibility of all staff within our schools, superseding any other considerations. Therefore Havering Schools comply with the Department for Education ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance.

It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to submit, prior to their interview, a self‑declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Upon submission of this information, online checks may be carried out.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from obtaining a position with the School.

Equal Opportunities

Havering Schools aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality (including citizenship), ethnic or national origins, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, responsibility for dependants, religious or political affiliation and trade union activities. All matters related to employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

How to apply

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