Position to be filled from: February 27th 2023

Reporting to the Lead Science Technician and Department coordinators as Line Managers, the Science laboratory assistant will help support our team of technicians and teachers in a vibrant and friendly atmosphere.

Role and Key Responsibilities:

Your duties as a laboratory assistant will include preparation of materials and equipment for science lessons, set up and clearing of equipment in the classroom before and after lessons.

You will also provide specific or ad hoc technical and administrative support to the department as and when required by the line management.

You will be trained by our team of technicians and our school has a supportive team of staff who will assist you during your progress within the role.

Expected Skills and Knowledge:

1. The candidate must have a Science related degree ( A Level) in Chemistry or Physics– additional qualification in Biology would be appreciated
2. Must have a previous working experience within an educational laboratory setting and knowledge of secondary school Sciences curriculums
3. Teamwork in preparation of lessons is a key element, therefore you will need to be flexible and adaptable and organisational skills are equally essential
4. You will be expected to show initiative and independence in your work
5. Good command of English is required (and French would be a plus)
6. Computer literate/Windows/ G Suite

Working hours per year: 40h per week over 40 weeks per annum (1600 h per annum) according to a timetable set by your manager. Possible late shifts over the week – late start at 9.45am until 6.15pm

Location: South Kensington (London)

Monthly gross salary and benefits:

• £ 2423.70 per month
• Employer contribution to private healthcare
• 15% employer contribution to private pension
• 60 days holiday per annum

The Lycée is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. (This procedure is undertaken by the Lycée).
Additionally, anyone who has resided outside the UK will be asked to provide a criminal disclosure record from their previous countries of residence.

You will be required to provide evidence of you right to work in the UK.

Please download the application form and return to Human Resources by email to humanresources@lyceefrancais.org.uk before Friday 13th January 2023 at midnight (local time).

Successful candidates will be invited to an interview during week commencing 16th January 2023 (the date and time of the interview will be communicated by email).