Job Description

Hall School Wimbledon

Merton

Salary:

Negotiable depending on experience

Job type:

Part Time, Permanent

Apply by:

25 September 2025

Job overview

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Hall School Wimbledon is a prestigious educational institution located in South West London who

are committed to providing a high-quality education that nurtures the holistic development of our students.

Science Technician

Reports to: Head of Science

Start date: Immediate

Contract: Term-time only

Working hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Thursday (30 hours a week)

Science Technician Role Specification

Main Purpose:

To provide a technical support service to school teaching staff by ensuring that equipment and materials are maintained and set up in school laboratories to enable practical work to be carried out efficiently and safely. To work with teachers as part of a professional team to support learning by providing technical assistance through the preparation and maintenance of teaching areas and equipment for pupils.
N.B. The duties listed below are not an exhaustive list of requirements. The specific nature and balance of these responsibilities will vary according to the needs of the school.

Responsibilities:

Set up resources / materials / equipment for lessons. Support structured and practical activities for groups or on a one-to-one basis. Order and maintain sufficient supplies of materials and equipment to enable delivery of lessons and assist others in their use. Safely and securely store allocated equipment and materials to prevent unauthorised access/misuse. Clean and undertake maintenance of equipment as needed and as directed to ensure that it is clean and in good working order. Perform duties in line with health and safety regulations and act where hazards are identified, including reporting any serious hazards to line manager. Undertake record keeping, as directed. Ensure the safe treatment and disposal of used materials, including hazardous substances and respond to actual or potential hazards. Provide clerical and administrative support as directed

Main Areas of Responsibility:

1. Ensuring that apparatus is correctly set out in advance for practical work for all Science departments.
2. Ensure that all apparatus and equipment is maintained, cleaned and stored to an appropriate standard, and that all equipment and chemicals are safe for use.
3. Preparation of stock solutions for general use and those specifically requested for class practical work.
4. To be able to prepare and demonstrate experiments of all three sciences.
5. Ensuring the general cleanliness and tidiness of laboratories and preparation room to maintain efficiency and safety.
6. Provide timely and effective preparation of materials and apparatus for lessons, through regular liaison with teaching staff.
7. Ensure the proper maintenance of all equipment, glassware, solutions in accordance with good laboratory practice.
8. Ensure that correct stock levels are maintained.
9. Provide support and assistance to the science department at open evenings/days etc.

Health and Safety:

1. Ensure that the requisite Health and Safety Regulations and Codes of Practice are complied with for the safety of staff and pupils.
2. Responsible for the careful and safe use of equipment.
3. Assist with supervising pupils on educational visits.
4. Undertake moving and handling activities as required.
5. Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection; health and safety; confidentiality; and data protection and report all concerns to an appropriate person.

Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals:

1. Ability to be a proactive team player with children's learning as a priority.
2. Works under the direction of the Head of Science and in cooperation with the classroom teachers.

Professional development:

1. Undergoes CPD suggested and offered.
2. Participates in selected INSET sessions.

The duties and responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present. The post

holder is expected to accept any reasonable alterations that may from time to time be

necessary.

Science Technician Person Specification

Criteria:

Essential (E)

or

Desirable (D)

Education:

Relevant qualification related to Science/Technician work - E
Evidence of appropriate professional development - D

Experience:

Has worked in a similar field - D
Has worked in a school environment - D
Has experience working with chemicals - E

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Shows a clear and detailed understanding of what will be involved in addressing the key tasks in the job profile - E
Has a Science/practice background - E
Good communication skills - E
Commitment to the use of Information and Communications Technology - E
Ability to prepare materials for the delivery of science subjects - E
Commitment to supporting the Curriculum Team Leader in the development of an outstanding department in the school - E

Personal Qualities:

Committed to setting and maintaining high standards for staff and pupils - E
Committed to education principles which are inclusive of all pupils - E
Self-motivated and able to prioritise workload - E
Excellent interpersonal skills - E
Has a presence which inspires confidence - E
Able to work as part of a team - E

About

Hall School Wimbledon

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Hall School Wimbledon

17 The Downs, Wimbledon
London
SW20 8HF
United Kingdom

+44 20 8879 9200

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