School Science Technician — Lab Prep & Safety (Term-Time)

Shorefields; England; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Helena Romanes School in Essex is seeking a hard-working Science Technician to support practical lessons and a safe learning environment. You will prepare apparatus, chemicals, and specimens and help ensure lessons are well prepared and engaging.

Experience in a school or scientific setting is advantageous, but training can be provided. The role includes maintenance, safety checks, stock monitoring, and assisting teachers across the Science Department.

Qualifications

• GCSEs including a Science subject.
• Background in science through education or employment.
• Familiar with school laboratory safety standards (CLEAPSS).

Responsibilities

• Assemble apparatus and prepare solutions, chemicals, and specimens for student experiments.
• Clear away equipment and wash glassware after lessons and return items to storage.
• Perform routine maintenance, safety inspections, and electrical testing of equipment.
• Monitor chemical stocks, waste disposal, and safety data sheets per COSHH.
• Support teachers in maintaining a safe, clean learning workspace.

Skills

Practical lab skills

Organisational skills

Team player

Safety awareness

Education

GCSEs including Science

Tools

CLEAPSS guidelines

COSHH compliance

Job description

Helena Romanes School in Essex is seeking a hard-working Science Technician to support practical lessons and a safe learning environment. You will prepare apparatus, chemicals, and specimens and help ensure lessons are well prepared and engaging.

Experience in a school or scientific setting is advantageous, but training can be provided. The role includes maintenance, safety checks, stock monitoring, and assisting teachers across the Science Department.