Reports to: Head of Department Working Pattern: Term time only, 36 hours per week,

To monitor standards and practices within the classroom and identify and communicate improvements to working practices to ensure the highest standards are achieved
Ensure lofty standards of Health and Safety are always maintained Cleapss codes
Prepare (and where appropriate manufacture) teaching materials as required to ensure effective support for teaching staff in the Science department and specific learning booklets delivered
Support the Senior technician inventory of equipment and administrating stock control to maintain a supply of equipment for teaching use, We're proud to share that our school has been recognised as a top-performing secondary school nationally, receiving a top 5% badge in Employee Line Management in the Spring 2026 census with The Engagement Platform (TEP).

Minimum of A Level Grade C or above (or equivalent) in a science subject, ideally qualified to degree level
Health and Safety qualification or training or commitment to work towards
First Aid qualification or training or commitment to work towards (desirable)
Experience of working in a laboratory in a school or other industry (desirable)
Experience, knowledge or a keen interest of key practical demonstrations that demonstrate key scientific concepts and engage students
Up-to-date knowledge of COSHH procedures and CLEAPPS requirements
Knowledge of Health & Safety risk assessment, able to deal with minor incidents including first aid
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children and adults

We are a large non-selective secondary school in the London borough of Brent, with excellent transport links to central London. We are proud of the excellent education we offer each of our pupils. Our team of enthusiastic, high expectations staff have transformed our school and we are just as excited about the next step in our school improvement journey, as we work together to deliver the outstanding education our community need and deserve. We are deeply committed to our mission:

Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
Twice as many training days as standard.
Generous pension scheme.
Access to Ark rewards - a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
Interest-free loans - up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
Gym discounts - offering up to 40%.
Access to Employee Assistance Programme - providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.

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