Senior Biology Technician

at Strathallan School, Perth, United Kingdom

Salary

Not given in the advert

Closing date

2 December 2026

Start

Not given in the advert

Type of post

IT and technicians
A support post, not a teaching post.

First seen

2 November 2026, on a public job listing

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The advert

Package Description: We are seeking a meticulous, proactive and dedicated Senior Biology Technician to join our thriving Biology Department at Strathallan School. This is a full-time, permanent, term-time only position. Working closely with the Head of Biology, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the effective day-to-day operation of the Biology Department and wider Science Faculty. Responsibilities will include preparing materials and equipment for practical lessons and experiments, maintaining laboratory resources, ordering equipment and supplies, and providing administrative support to the department. The Senior Biology Technician will also coordinate and oversee the provision of practical resources for teaching staff, ensuring laboratories and preparation areas are organised, well equipped and operated safely. The successful candidate will have a good understanding of health and safety requirements and safe working practices within a laboratory environment. Experience of undertaking risk assessments would be advantageous. The Biology Department The Biology Department comprises five well-equipped teaching laboratories and is staffed by a team of five experienced and dedicated teachers. As our Senior Biology Technician, you will benefit from a spacious preparation room, a separate storeroom, and a dedicated Biology staff room for informal meetings and collaboration. The department's resource storage facilities provide a modern, organised and efficient working environment. In addition, Strathallan's extensive grounds offer a wealth of natural resources that support and enrich the teaching of Biology, creating unique opportunities for practical learning and field-based activities. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and enthusiastic department within a school that values hands-on scientific learning and provides outstanding facilities for both staff and pupils. Hours of Work This is a term-time only position, working 34.6 weeks per year. The post is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.30pm, with a one-hour unpaid lunch break each day. Remuneration £20,189 per annum Benefits Free on-site parking Free lunch during term time Staff discount in the Art Café Retail discounts and Blue Light Card eligibility Death-in-service cover Application Process Further details about the School are available on the School's website: www.strathallan.co.uk The closing date for applications is 16 November 2026, with interviews taking place shortly thereafter. To apply, please complete the online application form. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact hr@strathallan.co.uk About Strathallan School Set within a beautiful 153-acre Perthshire campus, Strathallan School has been doing education differently for over 100 years. Strathallan's reputation as a leading co-educational boarding and day school attracts pupils from across the UK and around the world through its outstanding academic, sportin

About Strathallan School

Type

Independent school

Curriculum

Cambridge

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