Science Technician – Chemistry

Reports to: Programme Manager for Science

Salary:       Scale 6 - £29,563- £32,341 FTE (Pro Rata £25,512 - £27,910 per annum)

Contract:   36 hours per week, term time only

Start date: As soon as possible.

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 Science Technician to support our outstanding programme area, in particular Chemistry. 

In this role you will facilitate the general maintenance and care of our laboratories, ensuring the preparation and safe storage of equipment and materials. You will monitor and order stock and also provide administrative support for collating student work and inputting relevant data. 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. Previous experience working in a similar setting in a college or school is essential, along with Knowledge of the health and safety requirements for laboratories.

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. 

We are currently unable to accept applications that require visa sponsorship.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted for this role.

Closing date for applications: Monday 1stJune 2026.

Interview date:                           Tuesday 16th June 2026.

Leyton Sixth Form College has a strong commitment to safeguarding students and safer recruitment. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS clearance.