About this role
Part time (3 days a week, term time only plus 5 days)
Temporary until 31 August 2027
Required from 1 September 2026
Overview of the Role
We are seeking to appoint a highly organised, enthusiastic and competent professional to work as part of a high-achieving and forward-thinking science department in this prestigious school. The post has become available due to the phased retirement of the current post-holder, with a full-time position possibly becoming available from September 2027. Experience of laboratory management and IT skills are essential.
JOB SUMMARY
This position involves setting up and operating equipment for junior science practical lessons (Years 7 and 8) and Year 9 chemistry lessons. This will include the trial of new practicals in conjunction with the teaching staff, liaising with the other science technicians to ensure equipment is available and ordering of materials and equipment at key times of the year. The Junior Science Lab Technician will work as part of a team of four science technicians in school and will be available to support colleagues in science technician duties. The successful candidate must be prepared to train as a first aider.
The science department has thirteen laboratories, with the junior science laboratories situated on the ground floor and the chemistry lessons on the second floor (although lessons may be in other laboratories depending on their availability). There is a science staffroom where most of the science staff do their marking and preparation. Each laboratory in the school is equipped with a data projector and visualiser. IT is widely used to enhance effective teaching and learning and teaching staff have individual laptops.
We are open, supportive and flexible with high-quality CPD opportunities through our Teaching School Hubs and Professional Development Institute.
Flexible working will be considered please discuss your preferences at interview.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of responsibilities and accountabilities.
Keeping Children Safe in Education
Bright Futures Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out and references will be sought for shortlisted candidates and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.