Dynamic Science Technician: Lab Prep & Safety

Marchant Recruitment; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a knowledgeable Science Technician for a successful secondary school in Ashford, Kent. You will support the science department by preparing practical activities and maintaining laboratories and resources.

The ideal candidate has science technician or lab experience, understands safety and COSHH requirements, and can work closely with teaching staff. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

Qualifications

• Previous science technician or laboratory experience in a school setting.
• Desirable: experience in a school science department.
• Good understanding of laboratory safety and chemical handling.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teaching and support staff.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare chemicals, apparatus and materials for science lessons.
• Set up equipment for practical demonstrations and experiments.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and report faults.
• Monitor stock levels and order consumables.
• Ensure chemicals and lab materials are stored properly.
• Follow health and safety procedures, including risk assessments and COSHH.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Lab safety knowledge

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

DBS check required

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a knowledgeable Science Technician for a successful secondary school in Ashford, Kent. You will support the science department by preparing practical activities and maintaining laboratories and resources.

The ideal candidate has science technician or lab experience, understands safety and COSHH requirements, and can work closely with teaching staff. An enhanced DBS check will be required.