Lead Science Laboratory Technician - Safe Prep & Support

Marchant Recruitment; West of England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a Senior Science Laboratory Technician for a well-resourced secondary school in Bristol. You will oversee laboratory preparation, safety compliance, and provide technical support for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics across Key Stage 3-5.

Working under the Head of Science, you will manage stock, maintain equipment, enforce COSHH and CLEAPSS guidelines, and line-manage a junior technician.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in science or related field.
• Experience as a laboratory technician in education or commercial labs.
• Strong knowledge of CLEAPSS safety standards and chemical handling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare apparatus, solutions, and equipment for daily lessons.
• Monitor stock levels, hazardous substances, and waste disposal per COSHH.
• Perform safety checks on equipment and supervise junior staff.
• Assist teaching staff during complex practical sessions.
• Maintain safety logs and repair schedules.
• Line-manage assistant technicians.

Skills

COSHH compliance

Safety leadership

Lab equipment setup

Education

A-Level or equivalent

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a Senior Science Laboratory Technician for a well-resourced secondary school in Bristol. You will oversee laboratory preparation, safety compliance, and provide technical support for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics across Key Stage 3-5.

Working under the Head of Science, you will manage stock, maintain equipment, enforce COSHH and CLEAPSS guidelines, and line-manage a junior technician.