Package Description: We are looking for a meticulous, dedicated Senior Biology Technician to join our Biology department at Strathallan School from August 2025. The successful candidate will work during term-time only on a full-time, permanent basis. The Biology Technician will support the Head of Biology with administrative tasks (such as ordering equipment and supplies) as well as practical tasks such as the preparation of experiments. Hours of work are 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday 8.00am to 4.30pm with an hour’s unpaid lunch break. The Senior Biology Technician will work in conjunction with the Head of Biology to support the smooth operation of the Biology department / Science departments. The successful candidate will co-ordinate and oversee the use of practical and other resource for teachers within the department. It essential that the post-holder has a good understanding of Health & Safety and safe working practices. It would also be beneficial to have experience of carrying out Risk Assessments. The Biology Department The Biology department currently has five teaching laboratories, staffed by five dedicated and experienced teachers. As our Biology Technician/Senior Technician, you'll have access to a spacious preparation room and a separate store room, ensuring you have everything you need to excel in your role. There is also a Biology staff room for informal meetings. The Biology resource storage area has recently been updated to give a modern working environment. Additionally, Strathallan school grounds has a plethora of natural resources available to enhance the teaching of Biology. Hours of Work This is a term-time only position working 34.6 weeks per year. This post is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.00am to 4.30pm (with a 1 hour unpaid lunch break each day) Benefits Free On-site parking Free lunch during term-time Staff Discount in Art Café Retail Discounts and Blue Light Card Eligibility Death-in-service cover. Application Process Further details of the School are available on the School’s website: www.strathallan.co.uk The closing date for applications is Sunday 27 April 2025, with interviews to take place shortly after the closing date. To apply for this position, please complete the online application form. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Rebekah Hodson, Head of Biology at staffrhstrathallan.co.uk About Strathallan School Set within 153 acres of beautiful Perthshire campus, Strathallan School has been doing education differently for over 100 years. Strathallan’s reputation as a leading co-educational boarding and day school is longstanding, attracting pupils from across the UK and around the world with an outstanding programmes in academics, sports and the arts. There are around 600 pupils of ages 5-18, divided between Strathallan Prep School and Strathallan Senior School. There are three senior Girls' Houses and the four senior Boys' Houses and a junior boarding house, and approximately 65% of pupils are full boarders. The School is situated in the beautiful Earn Valley on a self-contained wooded estate of 153 acres at the edge of the village of Forgandenny. Perth is the nearest town some ten minutes away by car and access to the motorways puts Edinburgh (45 mins), Glasgow (1 hr) and the Scottish Highlands within easy reach. The school is well-resourced with a mixture of traditional and modern buildings.