School Science Technician - Full-Time, Growth Path (Harrow)

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

Job summary

An outstanding Ofsted-rated secondary school in Harrow is seeking a Science Technician through Marchant Recruitment to support practical science lessons and maintain laboratory facilities. This is a permanent, full-time position starting in October 2026.

You will prepare equipment and materials, assist teachers across the three science disciplines, set up demonstrations, and ensure COSHH and safety procedures are followed. Long-term progression opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Science Technician or Laboratory Technician would be ideal.
• Experience working within a scientific, medical or technical environment may also be relevant.
• Hands-on, dependable and methodical; ability to manage your own workload.
• A good understanding of laboratory safety is important.
• Ability to work positively with teachers and students.

Responsibilities

• Getting practical lessons ready before students arrive
• Preparing equipment, materials and chemicals
• Supporting teachers across the three Science disciplines
• Setting up experiments and demonstrations
• Cleaning, checking and maintaining laboratory equipment
• Keeping stockrooms and laboratories organised
• Monitoring supplies and arranging replenishment
• Following COSHH and school health and safety procedures
• Recording equipment issues and arranging repairs where necessary

Job description

An outstanding Ofsted-rated secondary school in Harrow is seeking a Science Technician through Marchant Recruitment to support practical science lessons and maintain laboratory facilities. This is a permanent, full-time position starting in October 2026.

You will prepare equipment and materials, assist teachers across the three science disciplines, set up demonstrations, and ensure COSHH and safety procedures are followed. Long-term progression opportunities available.