Technician: Science (22.5 hours per week, term time only over 38 weeks) at West Nottinghamshire College
1. The Appointment
You will support the following departments: Access to HE/Healthcare & Health Sciences and Animal Care
You will be required to provide an efficient and effective technical and training support service for science. This will involve supporting Science teaching sessions within the college and the safe maintenance of science laboratories, workshops and preparation areas.
You will have relevant experience as a Science Technician within an education environment.
The role will require you to embed the college’s values; Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, Ambition and Compassion.
2. The Post
2.1 Main Duties and Responsibilities
a) To store science materials in a safe and proper manner according to COSHH regulations.
b) To prepare science materials and equipment for student practical and laboratory classwork and examinations.
c) To dismantle, clean and store equipment after use.
d) To care for, repair and maintain science equipment.
e) To maintain and clean a safe preparation room.
f) To construct and modify teaching aids.
g) To work with teachers to assist delivery of practical elements of curriculum delivery.
h) To take responsibility for monitoring stock levels and records.
i) To maintain a good stock of essential equipment, including first aid boxes.
j) To maintain records of risk assessments for practical work and generic risk assessments for laboratories.
k) To advise and assist staff and students in safe working practices.
l) To regularly review and evaluate systems and procedures.
m) To meet regularly with staff in order to identify key tasks and rotas.
n) To demonstrate to students and staff as required.
o) Any other duties which may reasonably be regarded as commensurate with the responsibilities of the post.
2.2 Other Responsibilities
a) To uphold and promote company policies and procedures, promoting those specifically applicable to this area of work, including the Equality & Diversity policies and procedures and attend training as requested.
b) To apply the college’s own safeguarding policy and practices and attend training as requested.
c) To keep up to date, so far as necessary, for the efficient executing of the job, with new legislation, procedures and techniques and attend relevant mandatory training.
d) To be conversant with and participate in activities and developments at college, regional and national level which are relevant to the post.
e) To present and promote an appropriate public image in representing the college.
f) To undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required commensurate with the position.
3. Skills, Qualities & Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Qualifications:
A recognised Science Laboratory Certificate or equivalent training or SciTech professional status
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English Level 2
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Maths at level 2
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At least one A-level in a science subject (preferably Chemistry) or equivalent
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An Initial Teacher Education Award/Certificate at level 4
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IT qualifications/experience
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Experience
Experience in a Science education environment and current Learning Technologies
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Relevant experience within a similar role acting as a technician
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Skills /Knowledge
Demonstrate suitability to work with children and
vulnerable adults including knowledge/understanding of
safeguarding
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Able to work without close supervision and resolve own work problems using own initiative
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A working knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation, particularly COSHH
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Qualities/Approach linked to college values
A positive and proactive approach to working as part of a team
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A helpful and adaptable disposition
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Excellent communication skills
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Demonstrate a positive approach to equality and diversity and customer service
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Demonstrate an ability to take responsibility for own and others Health and Safety at work
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Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare
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Flexible and professional approach
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Ability to work as part of a team to achieve common objectives
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Demonstrate that you take responsibility and ownership, e.g. meeting deadlines, sharing practice, following organisational procedures, challenge processes that don’t work for customers.
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4. Position within the College
The post-holder will report to the Head of Department.
5. Terms & Conditions
a) The post is offered on a Vision Business Support Services Term Time Only Contract and is subject to those terms and conditions.
b) The pro rata salary will be £13,182.60 per annum (including holiday pay), based on a full-time equivalent salary of £25,215 per annum (VBSS Band 3B).
c) You will be required to work 22.5 hours per week on a flexible basis during term time.
d) Vision Business Support Services operates a Scottish Widows Group Personal Pension Plan.
e) The post holder may be located at any West Nottinghamshire College Group Site and may be expected to travel as required. You will however be given reasonable notice of any change in your principal place of work and be fully consulted.
6. The Application
Individuals with the appropriate experience, qualifications and personal qualities are invited to complete an online application form by Midnight on Sunday 1st November 2026.
https://www.wnc.ac.uk/about-us/work-for-us
THE COLLEGE GROUP PROMOTES EQUALITY OF OPPORTUNITY AND WELCOMES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL SECTORS OF SOCIETY.
The company group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The successful candidate will be required to pay for the DBS check themselves, the cost will automatically be deducted from their first salary payment. This will be £49.50.
It is an offence for anyone who is barred from working with children, young people and or vulnerable adults to apply for this position.