laboratory technician jobs

We are currently seeking a Science Technician to support the delivery of A Level Chemistry, Biology, Physics, and BTEC Applied Science. In this role, you will play a key part in preparing and maintaining equipment, supporting practical lessons, assisting with educational trips, and ensuring our science laboratories operate safely and efficiently.

Our Science Department is friendly, collaborative and high achieving, with students consistently securing excellent results. We have three well-equipped laboratories, and this role includes contributing to their upkeep, organisation, and risk assessments.

You will work closely with a team of four experienced teaching staff. Prior experience in a laboratory or education setting is desirable, and we are looking for someone who is proactive, organised and able to work independently. A degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline would be highly advantageous.

If you’re passionate about science and want to support learners in reaching their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

• Closing Date: Sunday, 4th January 2026

• Interview Date: Week commencing 12th January 2026

Please note: Due to recruitment needs, we will be reviewing applications as they are received, prior to the college closing for the festive break on 19th December. As a result, you may be invited to interview earlier than the stated interview week.

College location: Based at our Hastings Campus

Annual salary: Circa £24,900 Full Time Equivalent

(This will be pro rata based on hours and weeks worked)

Hours: Part Time - 30 hours, 36 weeks, TTO

In return, we can offer you:

A competitive FE salary, generous annual leave & pension, access to funded teaching qualifications, apprenticeships and a range of other training courses to support career development, as well as many other benefits.

To Apply and view the Job Description & Person Specification, please register or log in and complete the online form via the 'Apply' link below.

For any queries or to arrange an appointment to chat informally about the role please email peopleservices@escg.ac.uk. Please note we are unable to accept CVs in place of an application under our obligations for Keeping Children Safe in Education.

OTHER INFORMATION:

East Sussex College is a people-centric, values-driven, ambitious and inclusive Further Education College with over 1,300 colleagues and over 5500 students. We offer a broad curriculum including A Levels, T-levels, work based, 14-19, HE and adult programmes with campuses in Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes and Newhaven. This is an exciting time to join us as we grow and develop even stronger pathways for our students and communities.

• (ESC PROUD VALUES) POSITIVITY – RESPECT – OPPORTUNITY – UNITY - DIVERSITY

• East Sussex College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Application & Safeguarding process:

• We are committed to ensuring our colleague recruitment process is accessible for all candidates. If you require adjustments or support to fully engage with any aspect of the process, please get in touch with people services who will be happy to facilitate reasonable adaptions (peopleservices@escg.ac.uk).

• Applicants should be eligible to work in the UK, work permits from other organisations are not acceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.

• Prior to interview all shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete an Application Form (including explanation of any gaps in employment), a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form and we will carry out an online check.

• Please note that it is an offence to apply for a role at a college if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity.

• If offered a role with us, as part of our pre-employment checks an enhanced DBS, references and evidence of qualifications will be required.

• Applications may be shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

DEIB commitment (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging):

• We embrace the individuality of every person in our community.

• We continue to cultivate a people-centric culture where everyone in our college can be their authentic selves, welcoming broad perspectives and implementing initiatives to continue ensuring the college is an equitable and inclusive workplace.

• The college is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse mix of colleagues who are representative of the diversity in our local communities, considering positive action and reasonable adjustments to address any under-representation where suitable.

• ESC particularly encourages applications from black and minority ethnic communities, people with disabilities, males and those who identify as LGBTQIA+ who are currently under represented staff groups.

Recruitment Agencies

We prefer to hire our people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we require additional support. We will be in touch if we need you.