Part-Time Science Technician — Secondary Lab Support (Flexible)

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Merton; In loco; GBP 17.000 - 22.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a dedicated Science Technician to support a secondary school in Merton from November 2026. The role is part-time, Monday to Wednesday, for approximately one term with a strong possibility of extension.

You will join a busy science department to prepare, set up and maintain laboratories, helping teachers deliver effective practical lessons. The role involves practical preparation, equipment management, laboratory support and broader departmental duties, with

Competenze

• A relevant degree, scientific qualification or practical laboratory background.
• Experience using scientific equipment and following laboratory procedures.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A good understanding of safe working practices.
• The ability to prioritise workload and meet lesson deadlines.

Mansioni

• Prepare apparatus, chemicals and other resources for practical lessons.
• Read and interpret teachers' practical requirements.
• Set up laboratory equipment ahead of lessons.
• Assist with experiments and demonstrations where required.
• Clean, maintain and safely store scientific equipment.
• Keep laboratories tidy, functional and appropriately organised.
• Monitor consumable supplies and assist with stock management.
• Report equipment faults and support appropriate follow-up.
• Maintain awareness of relevant health and safety requirements.
• Provide general technical support to the science department.

Conoscenze

Relevant degree

Equipment handling

Organisation skills

Health & safety

School environment

Right to work

DBS Update

Formazione

Degree or equivalent in science

Strumenti

Laboratory equipment

Descrizione del lavoro

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a dedicated Science Technician to support a secondary school in Merton from November 2026. The role is part-time, Monday to Wednesday, for approximately one term with a strong possibility of extension.

You will join a busy science department to prepare, set up and maintain laboratories, helping teachers deliver effective practical lessons. The role involves practical preparation, equipment management, laboratory support and broader departmental duties, with