Science Technician

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Science Technician
Location: Lackham
Salary: £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year, with the potential to progress into higher-graded roles
Do you have practical experience working in scientific environments such as laboratories, healthcare, education, or industry and are looking for greater stability and security? Or do you hold a qualification in Science or Laboratory Technology and want to apply it in a meaningful, rewarding educational setting?
If youre ready to step away from shift work, commercial pressures, or short-term contracts, this is your opportunity to enjoy a healthier work-life balance while supporting the development of future scientists.
Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and bring your scientific knowledge to a role that values precision, organisation, and teamwork while offering long-term security and excellent benefits.
What We Offer
Salary: £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year, with the potential to progress into higher-graded roles

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Year-Round Employment: No unpaid breaks between contracts
Outstanding Benefits
Local Government Pension Scheme a strong, secure foundation for your future
Generous Holiday Entitlement 30 days paid annual leave plus 8 paid bank holidays
College closure and wellbeing days including a 2-week paid Christmas closure
Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential wellbeing, legal, and financial support
Free On-Site Gyms available across multiple campuses
Lifestyle Discounts savings on retail, technology, travel, and leisure
Cycle-to-Work Scheme save money while staying active
Professional Development ongoing training and career progression opportunities
Additional Perks discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and reduced attraction entry
A stable role with benefits that support your life today and your future tomorrow.
What Youll Do
Prepare, maintain, and set up laboratories for practical science sessions
Ensure laboratories are safe, compliant, and well-organised
Support teaching staff and students during practical experiments
Manage chemicals, equipment, and stock levels in line with health and safety requirements
Maintain specialist scientific equipment and ensure accurate record-keeping
What Youll Bring
A level 2 qualification or above in Science, Applied Science, Laboratory Technology, or a related discipline
(or relevant practical laboratory experience youre keen to apply in education)
Experience working in a laboratory, scientific, healthcare, or technical environment
A methodical, safety-conscious approach with strong attention to detail
Why Choose This Path?
Continue using your scientific and technical skills without:
Shift work or unpredictable hours
Short-term contracts or job insecurity
High-pressure commercial environments
Limited progression opportunities
A role that keeps you close to science, while giving you more time, balance, and stability outside of work.
Make a move that truly pays off
If youre ready for a secure, balanced, and rewarding future supporting science education, wed love to hear from you.
Closing Date: 28th January 2026
Please note:
Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document.
Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Safer Recruitment
Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the childrens barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.
We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.
Closing date: 28 th January 2026
Shortlist date: 29 th January 2026
Interview date: TBC

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Location:
Chippenham
Salary:
£24,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Science

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