Physics Laboratory Technician - Term Time

Tunbridge Wells Girls' Grammar School, Tunbridge Wells

• Ref:KCC886-4043-141S
• Posted:29/05/2026
• Pay:Kent scheme C - £26,956 - £27,765 FTE 0.7809
• Start Date:1.09.26
• App Close Date:15/06/2026 at 15:00
• Interviews:23rd June

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Job Purpose

• Preparation of specific lesson materials for designated areas of the Science Departments
• Organisation and management of resources relating to Physics and deployed where needed across Science

Key responsibilities/Key Tasks

1. Daily duties to include, as appropriate

• Collecting apparatus from storage
• Checking individual components in and out for class use
• Arranging for apparatus including books and audio visual aids to be available in rooms for lessons
• Liaising with staff over use of equipment and stock
• Advising staff of any problems, including safety aspects
• Assisting with collection of sundry worksheets, books, audio visual aids and materials
• Returning apparatus etc. to storage as soon as practicable
• Repairing damages or arranging for this to be done
• Constructing simple apparatus
• Locking of laboratories when not in use
• Preparing experiments, setting up apparatus and equipment for demonstration and practical lessons to maximise efficiency of use, as requested by teaching staff

• Occasional assistance with practical equipment during lessons
• In collaboration with the Curriculum Leader take oversight for health and safety aspects

Information about the school

TWGGS is a forward-looking school embracing traditional values. We aim to provide pupils with a full and balanced education for life within a caring environment. Our consistent and outstanding academic record demonstrates this but, more importantly, reflects the commitment and qualification of our teachers supported by the hard work and determination of our pupils. “The school has exceptionally high expectations of all pupils, which they consistently meet. Across the curriculum, pupils keenly engage in challenging subject content. Staff foster a love of each subject so that all pupils thrive in their phase and are well prepared for their next stages of learning. As a result, pupils enjoy school. They excel academically and flourish as well-rounded individuals.” Ofsted, September 2023 Working together towards high standards is part of the school ethos which encourages every pupil to achieve their full potential in public examinations, sports and artistic, cultural and community pursuits. The special, successful community in which these activities take place allows pupils to feel supported, happy and safe, and it is one which we feel very privileged to be a part of. We look forward to welcoming you to TWGGS.”

TWGGS is a diverse and inclusive school and we aim to recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds who add value to our pupils and who share our vision and ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As such, the successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

• At least one member of each interview panel will have completed Safer Recruitment Training and understanding of child safeguarding will be asked
at every interview.

• References will be taken up at the selection stage and an enhanced DBS is required for all applicants.

• We will also carry out online searches for all shortlisted candidates related to suitability to work with children.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs M Clarke
• Address:Southfield Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4 9UJ
• Telephone: 01892 520902
• Email: michelle.clarke@twggs.kent.sch.uk