Physics Technician

Beaconsfield High School; Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaconsfield High School is seeking a Physics Technician to support practical science in the Physics department. You will prepare laboratories, equipment, materials and demonstrations for lessons, and provide technical support to staff and students to ensure safe and engaging practical activities.

The role suits an organised, proactive individual who can manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and work independently.

Qualifications

• Experience of laboratory work and knowledge of health and safety procedures would be desirable.
• Ability to prepare laboratories, equipment, materials and demonstrations for lessons.
• Support for staff and students during practical activities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratories, equipment, materials and demonstrations for lessons.
• Provide technical support to staff and students.
• Maintain equipment and stock for the Physics department.
• Assist with safe and engaging practical activities and projects.

Skills

Lab experience

Organised

Proactive

Health & safety

Education

City & Guilds Science Technician

A Level in Science

Job description

Join our dedicated Science team as a Physics Technician and play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality practical science at Beaconsfield High School. Working closely with the Senior Science Technician and teaching staff, you will prepare laboratories, equipment, materials and demonstrations for lessons, provide technical support to staff and students, and help ensure that practical activities are safe, effective and engaging. The role will also involve maintaining equipment and stock, supporting experiments and projects, and contributing to the smooth day-to-day running of the Physics department.

We are looking for an organised, proactive and flexible individual who can work independently, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Experience of laboratory work and knowledge of health and safety procedures would be desirable, as would a City & Guilds (or equivalent) Science Technicians qualification or an A Level in a Science subject. In return, you will become an important member of a collaborative and supportive team, helping to provide an excellent learning environment for our students.

Closing Date: Monday 7th September 2026

Beaconsfield High School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all of its students and staff. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified teachers regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.