Physics Graduate

Tradewind Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Physics Graduate for a Science Technician position at a secondary school in Finchley. This full-time role involves preparing lab materials, assisting teachers, and ensuring safety protocols. Ideal for recent graduates interested in education and lab work. Competitive daily rate offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Support from mentors

Valuable experience for future teaching careers

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and practical skills.
• A good understanding of lab safety and scientific protocols.
• An interest in working in education or a science-related field.

Responsibilities

• Support the science department in preparing materials for practical lessons.
• Assist teachers during practical demonstrations.
• Maintain and manage lab equipment and ensure safety procedures.
• Help organise and store chemicals and apparatus.
• Support with setting up physics experiments across Key Stages.

Skills

Organisational skills

Practical skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Understanding of lab safety

Education

Recent Physics graduate or closely related subject

Job description

Overview

Physics Graduate - Science Technician | Secondary School | Finchley | ASAP Start

Are you a recent Physics graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in a secondary school science department?

Do you have a passion for science and want to support the next generation of learners in a practical, laboratory-based role?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a welcoming and high-achieving secondary school in Finchley that is seeking a Science Technician, ideally with a background in Physics, to join their team as soon as possible. This is a full-time, long-term position working Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm, with an opportunity to become permenant in future. This role would be perfect for science graduates interested in education, lab work, or a future in teaching or research.

Responsibilities

• Support the science department in preparing materials and equipment for practical lessons, particularly in Physics.
• Assist teachers during practical demonstrations and ensure experiments run safely and effectively.
• Maintain and manage lab equipment, ensuring all safety procedures are followed.
• Help organise and store chemicals and scientific apparatus appropriately.
• Support with setting up physics experiments across Key Stages 3, 4, and potentially 5 (A-Level).
• Provide general administrative and technical support to the science faculty.

What We’re Looking For

• A recent Physics graduate (or closely related subject).
• Strong organisational and practical skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• A good understanding of lab safety and scientific protocols.
• A team player who is reliable, proactive, and enthusiastic.
• An interest in working in education or a science-related field.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).

What We Offer

• A supportive and high-performing secondary school in Finchley.
• Competitive daily rate, based on qualifications and experience.
• Valuable experience for those considering teacher training or a career in education/science.
• Ongoing support from Tradewind and school mentors.

How to Apply

If you\'re a Physics graduate eager to contribute to a thriving science department and gain valuable school-based experience, we\'d love to hear from you!

Apply now with your CV, or contact Elizabeth on (phone number removed) (option 3) or email for more information.

Tradewind supports science graduates across London - if this role isn\'t quite right, we\'re happy to help you find one that is