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The role Croydon High School is seeking a dedicated and organised Chemistry Technician with laboratory experience and a basic knowledge of science to provide day-to-day technical support in our thriving Science Department. Working across seven spacious, well-equipped laboratories, you will support the safe delivery of experiments and practical activities, helping to optimise teaching and learning within the Department. In this role, you will: Prepare, set up, and clear away equipment and materials for science lessons and practical examinations Prepare solutions and samples of gases required for practicals Assist teaching staff with trialling experiments Maintain the departmental inventory, monitor stock levels, and manage the purchasing of chemicals, equipment, and textbooks Ensure the safe storage and handling of laboratory chemicals and equipment, maintaining high standards of health and safety at all times We are looking for someone with previous experience of working in a laboratory, who is capable of handling laboratory equipment and chemicals. You will demonstrate excellent organisational skills, patience, flexibility and a good, basic background knowledge of science. An awareness of the importance of health and safety is also crucial. Why Croydon High School: Established in 1874, Croydon High School prides itself on its innovative approach and friendly atmosphere. The School is located in Selsdon, south of Croydon, on a beautiful campus. Croydon High is made up of students from a broad and culturally diverse range of backgrounds and the school recognises and hugely values the positive impact this has on all who teach and learn here. As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as: Competitive salaries and pay progression Extensive professional development opportunities Training grants for obtaining further qualifications GDST central training and development programme Generous pension schemes Life assurance benefit Free school lunches Up to 50% discount on fees for children at GDST schools Interest free loans for training, computer purchase or season tickets Cycle to Work scheme Employee Assistant Programme Retail and lifestyle discounts Financial guidance and support Competitive terms and conditions of employment For further details and an application form please click the apply button. The closing date for applications is 12.00pm, Monday 16th March 2026. The school reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process. The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected andincluded. The GDST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. TPBN1_UKTJ