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Senior Science Technician

La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School, London, SW12 0AB

This job expired on 16 July 2025 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  16 July 2025 at 3pm

• Date listed

  2 July 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm, 35 hours a week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £39,150-£40,344

What skills and experience we're looking for

Support the Head of Science in delivering technical services for science teaching and ensure safe, stimulating lab environments.

Line manage and train Science Technician(s), including overseeing recruitment and performance.

Prepare, test, demonstrate, and dispose of equipment and materials for practical lessons, adhering to health and safety regulations.

Maintain, repair, and calibrate laboratory equipment, including IT hardware, and keep accurate safety and maintenance records.

Ensure proper storage and stock levels of chemicals and apparatus, following statutory guidelines.

Develop and implement systems to improve lab and prep room efficiency and cleanliness.

Manage ordering, deliveries, and budget tracking for science department resources using Best Value principles.

Provide technical advice and support to teachers and students during lessons and practicals.

Lead the induction and CPD for technical staff, ensuring ongoing safety and skills training.

Support curriculum development with technical expertise, including IT and new practical resources.

Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding policies.

Participate in school events, meetings, CPD, and uphold the school’s Catholic ethos and code of conduct.

What the school offers its staff

• Endless opportunities for Continual Professional Development (CPD).
• Collaborative, cross-curricular working groups to drive innovation in teaching and share best practices.
• A comprehensive induction programme for all new staff.
• Inner London weighting to reflect our commitment to fair remuneration.
• A dedicated wellbeing programme to support staff health and work-life balance.
• Access to a healthcare scheme.
• Two-week October half-term break.
• Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Recognition through long service awards.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

https://www.laretraite.co.uk/Information/Safeguarding/

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About La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1219 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School website
• Email address: ssilva@laretraite.co.uk
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Arranging a visit to La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email ssilva@laretraite.co.uk.

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