Biology Science Technician

Nelson and Colne College, Little Marsden, Pendle

Biology Science Technician

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Nelson and Colne College, Little Marsden, Pendle

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 17 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Full Job Description

  • Be able to prepare and maintain resources for L2, L3, Access to HE Diploma, A-level Biological Science. This will include preparation of micro-biological media and cultures
  • Research, design and trial practicals, as required
  • Set-up and remove equipment in laboratories, as required
  • Clean and maintain equipment and apparatus
  • Care for plant and animal collections

    Level 2 qualification in Science, Maths and English at Grade C or above
  • A relevant Lab Technician qualification and/or science study at level 4 or above
  • Keep up to date with current laboratory practise
  • Experience of working as a science technician in a laboratory
  • Display initiative, be positive and enthusiastic
  • Excellent IT skills
  • Possess excellent communication skills, Disability Confident
  • About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

    This role is advertised by NCC Professional Services. Part of Nelson and Colne College Group, NCC Professional Services provides expert business support services to the wider College Group. Nelson and Colne College has a national reputation for educational success that generations of families have benefited from. We pride ourselves on our individual approach to learning, where students receive outstanding teaching and support, extensive extracurricular opportunities and fantastic facilities. Accrington and Rossendale College has a proud history of delivering high quality vocational courses and technical training, apprenticeships and higher education provision to the communities that we serve. We excel in providing people with a platform to progress into fantastic employment opportunities with rewarding career prospects. The Exciting Role The College Group is looking for a Biology Science Technician to join our dedicated Science Team on a full-time, permanent basis working 37 hours per week. Flexibility will be required in this role as the successful candidate will be based at two of the College's campuses; Nelson and Colne College as well as Accrington and Rossendale College.

    Salary: Up to £23,504.91 per annum (£19,698.99 pro rata) Depending on experience,
  • Generous annual leave entitlement increasing to a maximum of 28 days (with service), plus Bank Holidays and closure days - totalling 41 days per year
  • Access to a workplace pension scheme - with employer contributions of 5%
  • Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme and access to family friendly policies and benefits
  • A range of health and wellbeing benefits and support
  • Staff recognition scheme, including long service awards
  • Free on-site parking on all College sites