Science and Technology Technician Horncastle

justteachers; Horncastle; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd is seeking a dedicated Science Technician to join a supportive Academy in the Horncastle area. The role starts September 2026 and focuses on preparing lessons, maintaining resources and ensuring a safe learning environment.

You will prepare equipment, supervise lab activities, monitor stocks and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, enabling effective practical science lessons for staff and students.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with staff and students.
• Commitment to high standards of teaching and learning.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures in a practical environment.
• Experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up equipment, apparatus, chemicals and materials for practical science lessons.
• Ensure all practical activities comply with health and safety regulations.
• Supervise use of laboratory equipment and machinery, guiding staff where needed.
• Test, maintain and organise equipment to ensure lessons run smoothly.
• Monitor stock levels and order curriculum resources and equipment as necessary.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Relationship building

Health and safety

Tools

Lab equipment handling

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers are currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Science Technician to join a successful and supportive Academy in the Horncastle area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a practical role. The role is due to commence September 2026.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in preparing lessons, maintaining resources, and ensuring a safe learning environment for both staff and students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and set up equipment, apparatus, chemicals and materials for practical science lessons.
• Ensure all practical activities are carried out in line with statutory health and safety regulations.
• Supervise the operation and use of laboratory equipment and machinery, providing guidance to staff where required.
• Test, maintain and organise equipment and resources to ensure lessons run smoothly.
• Monitor stock levels and order curriculum resources and equipment as necessary.

Pre-requisites:

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
• A commitment to supporting high standards of teaching and learning.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures within a practical learning environment.
• Recent experience in similar role preferred but no essential.