At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Science department with equipment and resources for high-quality education.
- Company: A vibrant secondary school in Lewisham, part of a respected Multi-Academy Trust.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent facilities, professional development, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Potential for permanent position and great career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' learning while working in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Science and Maths; lab experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 23202 - 24897 £ per year.
School: Secondary Academy, Lewisham, Southeast London
Actual Annual Salary: £23,202 - £24,897 (FTE £28,123 - £30,179)
Start date: As soon as possible
Contract: Temporary, 35 hours per week (08:00 – 16:00 Monday to Friday), 42.9 paid weeks a year.
Benefits:
- Excellent modern facilities
- Free parking
- An extensive support network
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Excellent professional development programme
- Lifestyle and discount savings
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support
- Headspace app
- Staff development – Secondment Opportunities
- Ride to Work and Cycle to Work Schemes
- Season ticket loans
Key job responsibilities:
This role involves providing technical support to the Science department, ensuring that teachers and pupils have the equipment, resources, and safe working environment needed to deliver high-quality science education. As a Science Technician, you will prepare, maintain, and organise practical equipment and materials for lessons, while also supporting the safe use of laboratories in line with health and safety guidelines.
Qualifications, experience, and skills required include:
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in Science and Mathematics
- Health & Safety training, COSHH awareness and CLEAPSS guidance
- Degree in Science is desirable
- Experience working in a laboratory environment, ideally as a school Science Technician
- Knowledge of safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals and equipment
- A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines
This is a vibrant and popular school and it’s part of a respected Multi-Academy Trust.
Closing date: As soon as possible
To find out more and to apply for this Science Technician job, please contact Tarja Aila at Aston Education.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Science Technician in Bromley employer: ASTON EDUCATION
Aston Education is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment within a large Ofsted Good secondary school in Lewisham. With modern facilities, a strong emphasis on professional development, and a range of employee benefits including a Local Government Pension Scheme and wellbeing support, this role as a Science Technician provides meaningful opportunities for growth and contribution to high-quality science education.
