Science Technician - Independent School - Kensington and Chelsea

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Paid to scale

An established Independent School in the London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and capable Science Technician to join its highly regarded Science department. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with practical laboratory experience who enjoys working behind the scenes to ensure teachers and students have everything they need for successful and engaging practical lessons.

The successful candidate will work across Biology, Chemistry and Physics, preparing experiments, organising equipment and maintaining laboratories to an excellent standard. You will work closely with teachers and other technicians to ensure practical activities are prepared accurately and safely, while also supporting students during investigations where appropriate.

This is a hands-on role and would suit somebody who is naturally organised, takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a busy academic environment. You will have responsibility for preparing materials in advance of lessons, maintaining stock levels, carrying out equipment checks and ensuring practical areas are ready for use.

School Information

This is a well-established Independent School offering an ambitious and broad education within a supportive and academically focused environment. The school places considerable emphasis on providing students with opportunities to develop academically, creatively and personally.

Students are encouraged to question, investigate and think independently. The school has high expectations of both its students and staff and provides excellent facilities designed to support a wide range of academic and extracurricular activities.

Staff benefit from a collaborative professional culture, supportive leadership and strong opportunities for development. The school encourages colleagues to share expertise and contribute to improving the experiences of students across the curriculum.

Science Department

The Science Department is a well-equipped and ambitious faculty covering Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Practical work forms an important part of the curriculum, with students encouraged to develop confidence using scientific equipment and applying theoretical knowledge through investigation.

The department benefits from modern laboratories, specialist equipment, dedicated preparation areas and strong technician support. The successful candidate will be an important part of ensuring these facilities are maintained and used effectively.

Responsibilities

• Preparing practical experiments for Biology, Chemistry and Physics lessons.

• Setting up laboratory equipment and resources before lessons.

• Preparing solutions and practical materials where appropriate.

• Maintaining laboratory equipment.

• Cleaning and safely storing apparatus.

• Monitoring stock levels and ordering supplies.

• Maintaining accurate equipment and chemical inventories.

• Supporting GCSE and A-Level practical activities.

• Carrying out routine equipment safety checks.

• Ensuring laboratories and preparation rooms remain organised.

• Supporting teachers during practical lessons when required.

• Following departmental health and safety procedures.

• Managing the safe disposal of laboratory waste.

• Assisting with demonstrations and practical assessments.

• Supporting science clubs, enrichment activities and school events.

Requirements

• Previous Science Technician, Laboratory Technician or similar practical experience.

• Good knowledge of laboratory procedures.

• Understanding of health and safety within a school or laboratory environment.

• Strong organisational skills.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to prepare practical work accurately.

• Good communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Good IT and administrative skills.

• Reliable and proactive approach.

• Commitment to safeguarding.

Application

To apply for this Science Technician position, please send your CV as soon as possible.