Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in science, laboratory technology, or a related field, with previous experience as a laboratory technician, preferably in a school setting. Must possess strong knowledge of laboratory health and safety procedures, risk management, practical science resource preparation, and equipment maintenance. Excellent organizational skills, professionalism, enthusiasm, commitment, integrity, inter-cultural awareness, communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively are essential.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Education & Teaching
Company Industry
Education & Training
Lab technician role overview
Bloom World Academy is seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic lab technician to join our team for academic year 2026/2027. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality practical science education across the school. Working closely with teaching staff, you will be responsible for preparing, maintaining and organising laboratories, equipment and resources, ensuring that practical lessons are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.
As a member of the Bloom World Academy community, you will demonstrate a commitment to supporting student learning through the provision of an organised, safe and engaging laboratory environment. You will possess excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, work collaboratively with colleagues across the science department, and maintain the highest standards of health and safety.
We are looking for an experienced and proactive individual who is passionate about science education and enjoys working in a dynamic school environment. The successful candidate will have experience preparing practical experiments, managing laboratory inventories, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations. You will be able to work independently, prioritise effectively, and respond flexibly to the needs of a busy department.
Experience working within an IB or international school environment is highly desirable, although not essential. As a practitioner, you should have a strong understanding of laboratory procedures, chemical handling, equipment maintenance, risk assessments, and best practices for supporting practical science teaching.
The BWA community
BWA staff are part of a community which is cohesive, spirited and sociable. BWA colleagues enjoy genuine friendships with their peers, positive relationships with school leaders who care for their well-being, and are a team in the true sense. BWA staff are flexible, problem solvers and are not fazed by the challenges of developing a growing school. At BWA, all staff are expected to be good-humoured, build positive working relationships with families, and contribute positively to the wider school community. Staff are encouraged to be creative and take part in or lead community events.
Required candidate profile
Proficient/advanced-level English language skills.
Bachelor's degree in science, laboratory technology or a related field.
Previous experience working as a laboratory technician, preferably within a school or educational setting.
Strong knowledge of laboratory health and safety procedures and risk management.
Experience preparing practical science resources and maintaining laboratory equipment.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Demonstrates professionalism, enthusiasm, commitment and integrity.
Inter-cultural awareness, well-developed communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
What we offer
Competitive tax-free salary.
School provided accommodation or appropriate allowance.
School places for dependent children.
Private medical insurance for yourself and family.
Annual airfare.
End of contract gratuity as per UAE Labour Law.
Bespoke professional development training programme.
Bloom Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to submit a current police criminal clearance check, or equivalent, from their home country or current country of residence before appointment.
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