Science Laboratory Technician in Slough

About the School – Long Close SchoolnWe are delighted to welcome you to Long Close School, where we welcome children from 2 – 16 years. With over 80 years of teaching heritage, our school is firmly established as the first choice amongst parents looking to give their child the best possible start to their education. Proud of our reputation for delivering academic excellence, both at 11+ and GCSE stages, our children thrive with small class sizes and experienced teachers delivering an outstanding education.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for a Science Laboratory Technician to join our fantastic team.

About CognitanLaunched in 2004, Cognita is an extraordinary community of diverse yet connected schools, spanning seventeen different countries. We share one common purpose: to deliver an outstanding holistic education that will enable our students to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. With over 100 schools in Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and the United States, we employ 18,000 teaching and support staff in the care and education of more than 90,000 students.

Our schools provide a truly holistic education based on rich and varied experiences that focus on social, emotional, physical and cognitive learning. This results in excellent academic outcomes for our students, who are also equipped with the agency, adaptability and positive attitudes to set them up for success in our fast changing world.

About the rolenTo work as part of a team in helping the school reach its aims and objectives by providing timely and effective assistance to all staff in the Science Department. Ensuring that curriculum needs are met.

What you will be doingnTo manage, as required by the Science teachers, the storage and maintenance of science equipment and resources in the science prep room and in the science laboratories.nTo provide effective preparation of materials for lessons, through regular liaison with teaching staff.nTo assist pupils in practical lessons and carry out demonstrations as necessary and as directed.nEnsure equipment is kept in a clean and safe condition.nRoutinely maintaining, cleaning and testing equipment.nSupporting the work of the extra-curricular science clubsnTo take a lead role in the design, development and maintenance of specialist resources and/or long-term projects and offer professional guidance, assistance and support to pupils & teachers on the practical aspects of the curriculum.

For more details, please email for the full Job Description.

Who we are looking for:nMeeting deadlines and working within a fast paced team environment.nAbility to carry out risk assessments in relation to laboratory worknAbility to prepare equipment and materials for lessons, as requested by the teaching staffnAbility to identify work priorities and manage own workload within agreed parametersnAbility to work effectively as part of a team and be flexible in responding to staff’s requirements.

Benefits at CognitanCompetitive salary depending upon qualifications and experiencenFree lunch provided during Term TimenIndependent School holidays and public holidaysnFree parking on site (subject to availability)nSchool fee discountnExclusive third-party discountsnProfessional Development

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We believe having a diverse workforce makes us better, smarter, and happier and so welcome applicants from all backgrounds, genders, and races. We have an unwavering commitment to being fair and equitable in our recruitment process.

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.

Applicants who have not heard from us by the closing date must assume that, on this occasion, their application has been unsuccessful.