Science Technician

Cyflog: 20839 - 20839 Per Annum

About Us

Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales, with a strong reputation for high-quality teaching and learning. The College operates across six campuses in Swansea, supporting over 4,500 full-time and 10,000 part-time learners. With an annual turnover of more than £50 million, Gower College Swansea is a major employer in the region, employing over 1,000 staff.

The College also offers an award-winning staff wellbeing provision, reflecting its commitment to investing in staff and ensuring they feel supported.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our Science team at Gower College Swansea working at Gorseinon and Tycoch Campus.

• Full time (37 hours per week)
• Term time (36 weeks per annum)
• Permanent
• £20,839 per annum (£26,084 FTE)
• Gorseinon Campus, Swansea

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with teaching staff to support the delivery of A Level and Vocational Science courses
• Ensure that all practical sessions are planned effectively and a safe working environment is maintained
• Complete First Responder training and undertake the duties

About You

• Ideally possess a Level 2 qualification in Mathematics and Science
• Ideally with a science background and a current knowledge of Health and Safety regulations
• Recent experience of working as a Science Technician in an educational setting is desirable
• Sound administration skills and be proficient in the use of spreadsheets and databases

Benefits

• 28 days (pro-rata) annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the college is closed for two weeks over the Christmas period
• A Local Government Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 21% (2025)
• 2 staff well-being days
• Discounted study opportunities on College programmes
• More benefits: https://www.gcs.ac.uk/recruitment/staff-benefits-wellbeing

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Further information

• The successful candidate will complete First Responder training and undertake the associated duties. Upon completion of training, an additional £50 per month will be paid.
• Appointments will normally be made to the bottom of the salary scale with annual increments on 1st August each year (subject to a start date before 1st February).

Diversity & Inclusion
We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.

Welsh Language
To apply in Welsh, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh applications as we recognise the importance of delivering bilingual services and expanding our bilingual workforce. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Safeguarding
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to thorough pre-employment checks, including:

• Enhanced DBS check, including the Children's Barred List (£49.50)
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales, where necessary (£15 - £45 depending on role).