Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Chemistry Technician to be a part of our highly motivated team at Lancing College playing a vital role in inspiring the next generation of scientists.

Position

: Chemistry Technician

Responsible To

: Head of Chemistry & Senior Science Technician

We are seeking a highly motivated and organised Chemistry Technician to join our dedicated science department. This crucial role supports the effective delivery of practical chemistry lessons across GCSE and A Level, you will be instrumental in ensuring a safe, efficient, and inspiring learning and working environment for our students and staff.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Technical:

To provide equipment and materials to support Chemistry GCSE and A Level, setting up of apparatus, preparation of chemical solutions, working from teachers request and schemes of work. To deliver equipment to classrooms, collect, check, restock and store safely. To provide technical assistance and guidance to students and teaching staff during practical sessions when required. To trial practicals. To maintain laboratory equipment, apparatus and resources, carrying out/arrange the repair or replace as necessary. To work from Lab logger and keep updated.

Health and Safety:

To adhere to and promote strict health and safety guidelines within the laboratories, including COSHH regulations. To conduct regular safety checks on equipment and maintain. To keep up to date with the current Health and Safety regulations. To carry out risk assessments for the chemistry technicians. To store chemicals safely following CLEAPSS recommendations To treat and dispose of chemicals. To safely dispose of chemical waste in accordance with environmental regulations. To keep abreast of new developments in laboratory techniques and health and safety To ensure the security of the laboratories and report any issues immediately. To carry out weekly lab checks and monthly fire checks.

Stock and Purchasing:

To maintain a comprehensive inventory of chemicals, equipment, and consumables. To order new stock as required, ensuring cost-effectiveness and timely delivery. To maintain stationary stocks.

Cleaning and Maintenance

To clean, maintain, and ensure the good working order of all laboratory equipment, carry out or arrange for repairs or replacements as necessary. To maintain a tidy, organised, and safe laboratory environment always. To service of Bunsen burners, balances and other laboratory equipment.

Design and Development

To improve on existing /design new experiments as required. To construct and modify apparatus. To research new resources. To assist the department with display boards design and create. To attend relevant training.
This job description sets out the main duties at the time it was drawn up. Such duties may vary occasionally but without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed, and the candidate will be required to carry out any reasonable requests required by their Line Manager.

Required Skills, Qualifications and Personal Qualities:

We are seeking an individual who is enthusiastic, proactive, and empathic particularly in understanding and addressing the individual needs of colleagues.

Essential:

Experience working in a laboratory educational institution. Strong practical skills in a laboratory environment, including the ability to safely handle and prepare chemicals. A thorough understanding of health and safety regulations, particularly COSHH and any other regulations relevant to chemistry such as CLEAPSS. Excellent organisational and time management skills. Ability to prioritise tasks effectively. Good IT skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. A positive and flexible approach to work. A good sense of humour and ability to remain calm under pressure.
Desirable:

A relevant qualification in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline would be advantageous.

Application Procedure:

Applications should be made using the application form. Candidates are asked to add a covering letter setting out, as succinctly as possible, their reasons for applying for the position at Lancing.

Application forms are available from the College website www.lancingcollege.org.uk.

Please send any emails to recruitment@lancing.org.uk

A full curriculum vitae and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of a minimum of two referees, one of whom should be the candidate's current or most recent employer should be included with the application.

Closing date:

Wednesday 25 June 2025

Interviews:

w/c 7 July 2025

Informal conversations about the post may be arranged with Della Taylor, Senior Science Technician dtaylor@lancing.org.uk

The College reserves the right to call individuals to interview and appoint prior to the closing date for applications.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 21,940.99 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/09/2025