Job Title: Health and Science Technician
Location: East London
Hours: 36
Salary range: £29,046 - £30,906 pa
Waltham Forest College has been rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious 'Outstanding' rating.
Waltham Forest College has been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, a testament to its exceptional employee experience and organisational culture. Survey results revealed staff engagement and confidence in leadership to be significantly above the national average, underlining the College's focus on wellbeing, inclusivity, and professional growth.
Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, Waltham Forest College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state-of-the-art industry-standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future-ready and equipped for success.
We are looking for a technician to join the Health and Science team. As technician, you will be responsible and accountable for the health and safety of the specialist health ward and laboratory, inventory, stock control and issuing of classroom materials to support teaching staff, supporting small groups of learners with practical skills and progress.
You will lead and manage the relevant areas and stock, as well as supporting the department with learner's progress, experience and practical skills, leading to wider participation and excellent achievement in various vocational courses offered in the department.
You will have proven experience of supporting in the industry or a science environment, ideally within FE, along with a relevant curriculum specialism.
What's in it for you?
We offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment.
- career average pension scheme
- employee assistance programme
- enhanced sick pay
- NUS Employee discount
- free onsite parking
- cycle to work scheme
- Sodexo benefits scheme
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the wider community we support.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students and expect everybody working for the College to share this commitment. We actively seek DBS clearance checks for applications of employment as part of our safeguarding procedures. In line with KCSIE 2026 and Safer Recruitment principles the college reserves the right to conduct online searches of shortlisted candidate.
Closing Date: 19th October 2026
Interview Date: W/B 26th October 2026
Waltham Forest College has been rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious 'Outstanding' rating.
Waltham Forest College has been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, a testament to its exceptional employee experience and organisational culture. Survey results revealed staff engagement and confidence in leadership to be significantly above the national average, underlining the College's focus on wellbeing, inclusivity, and professional growth.
Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, Waltham Forest College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state-of-the-art industry-standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future-ready and equipped for success.
We are looking for a technician to join the Health and Science team. As technician, you will be responsible and accountable for the health and safety of the specialist health ward and laboratory, inventory, stock control and issuing of classroom materials to support teaching staff, supporting small groups of learners with practical skills and progress.
You will lead and manage the relevant areas and stock, as well as supporting the department with learner's progress, experience and practical skills, leading to wider participation and excellent achievement in various vocational courses offered in the department.
You will have proven experience of supporting in the industry or a science environment, ideally within FE, along with a relevant curriculum specialism.
What's in it for you?
We offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, plus a range of benefits including a career average pension scheme, employee assistance programme, enhanced sick pay, NUS Employee discount, free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme and Sodexo benefits scheme.
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