Biology Technician

Senior Science Technician – Lead Biology Prep, Maintain Ecosystems, and Support Fieldwork – Cambridge A high-achieving school in Cambridge is recruiting a meticulous Senior Science Technician to lead the support for the Biology curriculum, with an emphasis on ecology, from January 2026. • Senior Science Technician (Biology) required from January 2026. • Cambridge-based school with excellent grounds and facilities (South East). • Seeking a specialist to lead Biology prep, maintain greenhouses, and support fieldwork . You will be responsible for preparing all Biology practicals, maintaining the school's greenhouse and pond/ecology areas, and managing the specialized equipment (microscopes, models). This role is key to ensuring the success of A-Level practical endorsements and field trips. Experience and Qualifications • Significant experience as a Science Technician, specializing in Biology up to A-Level. • Strong expertise in microscopy, dissection, culturing, and maintaining biological samples/ecosystems . • Excellent knowledge of CLEAPSS and safety regulations related to biological materials. • Proven ability to support and organize external fieldwork logistics. School Information The Science department benefits from specialist labs and extensive school grounds ideal for ecology work. We offer an attractive regional salary and dedicate time and budget for specialist training in biological techniques. • Specialist role maintaining microscopy and ecological teaching resources . • Competitive regional salary and strong support for CLEAPSS and technical CPD . • Autonomy over the greenhouse and ecology prep areas . • Key role in the school's A-Level fieldwork and endorsement success . Salary Paid to Regional Support Staff Scale (Highly Competitive) Application To apply for this Senior Biology Technician position in Cambridge, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible.