Science Technician

Directorate: Science

Responsible to: Senior Science Technician

Location: On Campus

Contract: Permanent, Monday-Friday, Term-Time, up to 37.5 Hours

Salary: £21,486.54 inclusive of holiday pay

Role outline and purpose

The Science Technician will play a key role in supporting the effective delivery of the Chemistry curriculum at Lord Wandsworth College, working across all key stages up to A Level. Reporting to the Senior Science Technician and working as part of a collaborative team of Science Technicians, the post holder will lead on the preparation and maintenance of resources and equipment for Chemistry lessons.

This role involves managing the Chemistry Prep Room and Chemical Store in line with CLEAPSS guidelines, preparing and trialling chemicals and apparatus for practical work, and ensuring a safe, organised, and efficient laboratory environment. The successful candidate will take a proactive approach to maintaining high standards of technical support.

Role responsibilities

• The timely preparation of apparatus for class practicals and demonstrations, including the preparation of chemicals and materials
• The setting up of the above equipment and the support of teaching staff during practical lessons as directed by the member of staff
• The prompt clearing away and cleaning of apparatus following class practicals
• Maintenance of laboratory equipment in good working order and organisation of its storage
• Keeping the laboratories supplied with sets of basic equipment and the storage areas clean and tidy
• In conjunction with the Senior Science Technician or Head of Department, ensuring that safe storage legislation and Health and Safety advice is followed and that hazardous materials are disposed of safely
• Performing other reasonable duties required by the Senior Science Technician or Head of Department, which might be needed from time to time to ensure the smooth, efficient running of the department
• To trial practicals, including controlled assessments, to ensure safe and appropriate procedures for teachers and pupils
• Place purchase orders and monitor expenditure against budget
• Check goods received and approve invoices
• Maintain an inventory of departmental resources
• Either repair or organise the repair of equipment
• Manage the record of textbook issue to pupils and manage recharges for lost or damaged books
• Liaise with IT department for any services required
• Maintain any COSHH records relevant to materials used in the department and issue them when appropriate

Appointment process and how to apply

Please apply via our LWC website using the Hire Road platform.

The closing date for applications is midnight on 2nd November 2025 with interviews taking place W/C 10th November 2025.

Should you wish to discuss the role in strict confidence please feel free to contact Sian Hamilton,

We welcome people of all faiths and those that are committed to these values. We recognise that we have under-represented groups within our workforce. As part of our commitment to diversity and equality of opportunity we are actively encouraging applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people who are LGBT+, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions and those with a lived experience of poverty as well as any other under-represented group in our workforce. We are committed ensuring the safety and protection of our employees from all forms of harm.

Appointments will be made subject to receipt of satisfactory references and enhanced DBS check. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. The successful applicant will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check and references. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Lord Wandsworth College is a registered charity (Number: providing outstanding caring education for boys and girls since 1922.