Science Technician - Biology

Science Technician - Biology Start date: As soon as possible.
Salary: £28,426 - £31,097per annum (PRO RATA)
Contract: 36 hours per week, term time only
Leyton Sixth Form College offers a wide range of A level and vocational courses to approximately 2,300 full-time 16–19-year-old students. We strive to provide high quality education and support to our students in fulfilling their academic potential and becoming thinking, questioning and caring members of society. We are a diverse and vibrant college, and we are proud of the success and achievements of our students and staff. At the heart of our culture and ethos is our commitment to being a responsive, innovative, and forward-thinking College and a thriving learning community. In order to realise this commitment in our day-to-day work, we have developed a framework of Compassionate Education, a concept which embraces high expectations and inclusive practice, seeks to apply the principles of equity, diversity and belonging in all we do, promotes the importance of positive mental health and wellbeing for all and advances our ambition to be an anti-racist organisation.
We are seeking to recruit a Biology - Science Technician to support our outstanding programme area, in particular Biology. In this role you will facilitate the general maintenance and care of our laboratories, ensuring the preparation and safe storage of equipment. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the development of our Science IT initiatives and the College’s pastoral support programme. We hope that you will apply to join us as we strive to inspire our students to achieve their full academic potential. You should have excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills. Knowledge of the health and safety requirements for laboratories will also be beneficial for this role.
In return we offer a wide range of staff benefits and the opportunity to work within a thriving learning community.
Leyton Sixth Form College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversifying the background of its workforce and welcomes applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, religion, belief or disability. In return we offer a wide range of staff benefits, as well as the opportunity to work within a vibrant and welcoming environment.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted for this role.
Closing date for applications: Monday 22nd September 2025.Interview date: Thursday 2nd October 2025. Leyton Sixth Form College has a strong commitment to safeguarding students and safe recruitment. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS clearance.