School Science Lab Technician - Practical STEM Enabler

Marchant Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an organized Science Laboratory Technician for a Reading school. You will support Key Stage 3–5 practicals, prepare materials, maintain safety procedures, and help keep the lab running smoothly in a busy STEM department.

This is a full-time, long-term post with an ASAP start, offering term-time hours and modern facilities. A strong science background and COSHH familiarity are essential, along with an enhanced DBS.

Qualifications

• Background or qualification in Science (A-Level Science, NVQ, or degree in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, or related field).
• Practical understanding of laboratory safety protocols, COSHH guidelines, and chemical handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, deliver, and retrieve apparatus, chemicals, and learning materials for daily Biology, Chemistry, and Physics practical lessons
• Prepare chemical solutions, biological specimens, and specialized physics equipment safely
• Perform routine safety maintenance, cleaning, and sanitization of laboratory equipment and fume cupboards
• Maintain inventory registers for chemicals, glassware, and equipment, logging order requests as needed
• Dispose of chemical and biological waste strictly in accordance with COSHH and CLEAPSS health and safety standards
• Assist teachers with technical setups during practical examinations and complex laboratory demonstrations

Skills

Laboratory safety procedures

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Science qualification (A-Level / NVQ / degree)

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an organized Science Laboratory Technician for a Reading school. You will support Key Stage 3–5 practicals, prepare materials, maintain safety procedures, and help keep the lab running smoothly in a busy STEM department.

This is a full-time, long-term post with an ASAP start, offering term-time hours and modern facilities. A strong science background and COSHH familiarity are essential, along with an enhanced DBS.