Science Lab Technician
Full Time

Chesterton Community Sports College is an exciting school to work in with a dynamic, enthusiastic team. We are the lead school of the Collective Vision Trust and have an excellent reputation in the area. We are an oversubscribed school with a record of excellent progress and results. We have a warm and friendly learning environment with a hard-working ethos and both staff and pupils strive, ‘To be the best they can be.’

We are looking for a Science Technician to join our thriving Science department at CCSC.

Responsibilities will include:

• Play a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality science education.
• Prepare and set up equipment, materials, and resources for science lessons.
• Ensure all apparatus and chemicals are handled and stored in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain and repair laboratory equipment, ensuring it is in excellent working condition.
• Assist teachers and students during practical lessons.
• Monitor stock levels and order supplies to ensure the department is well-resourced.
• Promote a safe and orderly laboratory environment, adhering to school policies and safety guidelines.
  
  

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a keen interest in science with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience
• Possess good IT skills and a methodical approach to tasks.
• Be familiar with modern laboratory techniques.
• Ideally, have previous experience in a school laboratory (desirable but not essential).
• Have excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• A commitment to fostering a safe and engaging learning environment for students.

To start the application process please click here:
https://teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/jobs/science-lab-technician-chesterton-community-sports-college

The position has a closing date of 9am on Wednesday 2nd April 2025 and interview date of Wednesday 9th April 2025.

We look forward to hearing from you and hope you are excited by this fantastic opportunity to join our staff team.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from the school or by visiting https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service/about

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.