Senior Laboratory Technician
Content + Source + Freshness • 11 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to stability in the educational sector and a clear role in student support, despite a lower salary range.
- Stable position in an established educational institution.
- Leadership role supporting a team of technicians.
- Requires effective organizational and communication skills.
Pros
- Stable position within a reputable school with a history of success.
- Opportunity to lead a team of technicians, enhancing leadership skills.
- Focus on the preparation and support of the educational environment.
Cons
- Lower salary relative to industry standards may deter applications.
- Term-time only contract limits financial stability across the year.
- Potentially high workload during peak teaching periods.
Who it's for
Mid-level • On-site
Good fit
- Experienced laboratory technicians looking to advance their career.
- Professionals interested in education and student support.
- Team players who enjoy leading and organizing.
Not recommended for
- Newly qualified technicians or those lacking experience.
- Candidates preferring work outside the education sector.
- Those needing a fully remote working arrangement.
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
SENIOR LABORATORY TECHNICIAN 36 HPW Term Time Only – Scale G5 - £19,062 pa
We require a Senior Laboratory Technician to work 36 hours per week, term time only, at this oversubscribed comprehensive school with a long record of high student achievement.
The person appointed will lead the team of 5 technicians who support the teachers by preparing for lessons and clearing away, looking after equipment and stock and carrying out general tasks to assist the smooth running of the department. Good organisation and communication skills and previous experience as a Laboratory Technician are essential for this key post.
CLOSING DATE – 9.00am on Tuesday 19thSeptember
Full details of the post and an application form can be downloaded from our website: www.whitmore.harrow.sch.uk Completed forms to be returned to Ms Susan Hammond, Headteacher. CVs will not be accepted. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
All workers and employees are expected to share this commitment. Our Child Protection Policy is available from our website. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Harrow is an Equal Opportunity Employer
