Bishop Gore School,
De-la-Beche Road,
Sketty,
Swansea,
SA2 9AP
Tel: 01792 411400
Fax: 01792 411800
Head teacher: Mrs Helen Burgum
Number on Roll: 1330
Laboratory Technician
Post Title: Learning Support Science Technician
Scale: Grade 3 SCP 4
Salary Range: £23,114 pro rata
Weeks per Year: 39 weeks per year - Term Time Only
Hours per Week: 30 Hrs
8.00am - 2.30pm - Monday to Friday
Or
8.00am - 4pm – Tuesday to Friday
Governors wish to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Laboratory Technician with a six month probation in line with CCoS policy as soon as possible. The successful candidate will have very good numeracy and literacy skills. School laboratory experience is desirable. Your primary role will be laboratory support including housekeeping, health and safety, maintenance of equipment, organising and overseeing the use of resources. You must have a can-do attitude, be adaptable, and have a flexible attitude to work. Candidates must have the ability to work under pressure and should be strong team players, able to support and promote the schools core values.
This is an important and busy role supporting the science department. Your role will involve providing technical support, ensuring that laboratory equipment is functioning properly and is ready to use, and that the right materials are available for particular lessons. The successful candidate will be a highly valued member of our outstanding team of teachers and support staff. The Laboratory Technician will assist in the co-ordination of the use of practical resources and facilities and provide assistance and advice in meeting the practical needs of the Science curriculum, including liaising with teaching staff, Senior Lab technician and support staff outside the department.
There is a First Aid commitment with this post. Training will be provided.
Application forms and job description are all available from
Bishop Gore School is a popular, very successful 11-18 comprehensive school. We are a diverse and inclusive school where the well-being of pupils and staff is at the heart of our work. Leaders are united in their determination to keep everyone safe and to help all pupils, whatever their background, to succeed.
Bishop Gore School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.
Please apply online from
The closing date is 6th December 2024 at 9a.m. and applications should be emailed to donajenkins@bishopgore.net
Within Swansea Council there is a "Safeguarding is Everybody's Business" principle, and this applies to all Swansea Council employees, elected members, volunteers and contractors. Further details can be found at