Science Laboratory Technician

4 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom fish4.co - Jobboard Full time

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a highly successful faculty and join a happy and collaborative team in an exceptional school environment. The Science faculty consists of 21 laboratories with most of them dedicated to a specific subject. The technical team consists of six technicians and a team leader. The position involves working alongside the existing technicians providing laboratory support for the teaching of IGCSE, International Baccalaureate (IB) and A level science subjects.

Teamwork is an essential part of the role and while the successful candidate will likely be based in one department, over time they will be expected to move to others to gain further skills and help provide a flexible service. Please note that full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Following safety procedures within the relevant guidance and keeping up to date e.g., through CLEAPSS advice
  2. Preparing, setting out and clearing away apparatus and chemicals
  3. Preparing experiments and demonstrations
  4. Washing up glassware and cleaning apparatus
  5. Assembling, making, and repairing equipment
  6. Servicing the laboratories and other practical areas in the departments, maintaining class sets of equipment kept in each laboratory
  7. Stock keeping and advising team leader of impending shortfalls
  8. Preparing the requirements of individual coursework projects
  9. Helping and advising staff with their apparatus needs
  10. Checking inventories and maintaining records
  11. Caring for animals and plants
  12. Keeping the laboratories, workshop and storage areas clean, tidy and well organised is also a key element of the role
  13. Liaising with other members of the technician team and reporting to the team leader, to keep services running smoothly and helping the other technicians, as appropriate, with their workload
  14. Taking part in the current appraisal or equivalent arrangements
  15. Attending appropriate training courses
  16. Other appropriate tasks as requested by the team leader technician

Person Specification:

It is essential that the applicant has a scientific background, but no previous experience of the job is required as full training will be provided. The successful applicant will be joining an experienced team.

The successful candidate:

  • must be a team player, with excellent communication skills
  • should have strong organisational skills, the ability to plan ahead, anticipate problems and manage time efficiently
  • be adaptable in a fast-paced environment
  • we would welcome applicants with interest in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Since the technical team provides a flexible service, a willingness to learn new techniques across three science in the fullness of time is essential

King's is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first-class pastoral care and a vibrant co-curriculum. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities.

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