School Science Technician – Lab Prep & Practical Support

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

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a Manchester secondary school in recruiting an experienced Science Technician for an ASAP start. This full-time role supports Biology, Chemistry and Physics practicals, prepares materials, maintains equipment and stock, and ensures labs are ready and safe for lessons.

You will work closely with teaching staff, follow COSHH procedures and uphold high standards of organisation and safety in a busy science department.

Qualifications

• Experience as Science Technician in a school or laboratory setting.
• Organised, hands-on with attention to detail.
• GCSE or A-Level practical experience would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare practical materials and equipment ahead of lessons.
• Support Biology, Chemistry and Physics practical work.
• Set up demonstrations and experiments.
• Check, clean and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Keep an accurate stock record and arrange replacements.
• Ensure laboratories and preparation areas are ready for use.
• Work closely with teaching staff to meet practical requirements.
• Follow safety, COSHH and chemical handling procedures.

Skills

Science Technician experience

Organised

Hands-on

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE/A-Level practical experience

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a Manchester secondary school in recruiting an experienced Science Technician for an ASAP start. This full-time role supports Biology, Chemistry and Physics practicals, prepares materials, maintains equipment and stock, and ensures labs are ready and safe for lessons.

You will work closely with teaching staff, follow COSHH procedures and uphold high standards of organisation and safety in a busy science department.