Biology Technician

The role: You will be responsible for preparing and delivering all practical work across the Biology department including the maintenance of safety of equipment, specimens and other resources. The tasks include preparing materials for investigation in class, caring for the display organisms, checking and ordering stock and upholding stringent health and safety standards. Your contribution to the pupil experience will be invaluable as you enable the provision of a smoothly operating and efficient environment that inspires and excites our students. For more information please review the job description attached as a separate document to this advertisement.

The skills: The position would be ideal for someone who has some experience of working within a biology laboratory as a student and/or a technician, is passionate about taking the initiative to provide a professional service within a safe environment and who would enjoy being part a supportive member of the team within our vibrant and historic School.

• free lunch
• free parking
• automatic enrolment in the School's pension scheme
• use of the School's sports facilities such as the swimming pool, gym, and running track.
• subsidised membership of the tennis, golf, angling and social clubs.
The environment: Harrow School is situated in Harrow on the Hill, northwest London, and is one of the best-known schools in the world. Around 835 boys study at Harrow and live in the School's 12 boarding houses. The Biology Department is housed in the brand-new Biology Schools and consists of seven teaching laboratories, one research laboratory, a seminar room, department office and large prep room. There are eight teachers supported by the senior technician and a technician. Applications will be processed as they are received and interviews may take place before the closing date, so early application is recommended. Equality, diversity and inclusion are values that are important to us at Harrow. We believe in diversity of thought and actively welcome everyone regardless of their background to bring their valuable and relevant skills to our community. Harrow School is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School's Safeguarding and Child Protection policies and procedures at all times.