Experienced School Science Technician Required In Blackpool

Marchant Recruitment; Lancashire; Vor Ort; GBP 19.000 - 23.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a Blackpool-based school in finding a practical and organised Science Technician to support its science department. The role involves preparing apparatus, maintaining stock, and ensuring safe lab practices to enable biology, chemistry and physics lessons.

You will set up equipment, check for faults, assist with ordering consumables and help keep documentation up to date. DBS checks are enhanced and essential for working in a school environment.

Qualifikationen

• Previous experience as a Science Technician in a school is essential.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and practical science preparation.
• A good understanding of laboratory health and safety procedures.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to prioritise multiple lesson preparations throughout the day.
• Confidence communicating with teachers and other department staff.
• A responsible approach to handling equipment, chemicals and confidential information.

Aufgaben

• Prepare apparatus, chemicals and practical resources according to teachers' lesson plans.
• Set up laboratory equipment before lessons and clear away materials afterwards.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels and assist with ordering consumables.
• Check equipment for damage and report faults or maintenance requirements.
• Follow established procedures for chemical storage, labelling and disposal.
• Maintain laboratory preparation areas and ensure equipment is stored safely.
• Support the completion of routine safety checks and relevant documentation.
• Work with science teachers to ensure practical activities are properly prepared and resourced.

Kenntnisse

Science technician experience

Lab equipment knowledge

Health and safety

Organisational skills

multitasking

Communication with teachers

Confidential handling

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

About the School

A secondary school in Blackpool is seeking a practical and organised Science Technician to support its science department. The school delivers practical lessons across biology, chemistry and physics and requires someone who can prepare equipment, organise resources and help maintain safe laboratory environments. Previous experience working in a school science department is essential.

About the Role

• Prepare apparatus, chemicals and practical resources according to teachers' lesson plans.

• Set up laboratory equipment before lessons and clear away materials afterwards.

• Maintain appropriate stock levels and assist with ordering consumables.

• Check equipment for damage and report faults or maintenance requirements.

• Follow established procedures for chemical storage, labelling and disposal.

• Maintain laboratory preparation areas and ensure equipment is stored safely.

• Support the completion of routine safety checks and relevant documentation.

• Work with science teachers to ensure practical activities are properly prepared and resourced.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as a Science Technician in a school is essential.

• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and practical science preparation.

• A good understanding of laboratory health and safety procedures.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• The ability to prioritise multiple lesson preparations throughout the day.

• Confidence communicating with teachers and other department staff.

• A responsible approach to handling equipment, chemicals and confidential information.

An enhanced DBS check will be required in accordance with the role.