Science Lab Technician — Enable Inspiring Hands-on Science

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

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a proactive Science Technician for a large secondary school in Durham. You will support practical science by preparing equipment and materials, assist teachers with demonstrations, and help maintain safe laboratory environments.

The ideal candidate has a science degree or equivalent, school laboratory experience, and a solid understanding of health and safety. You should be reliable, flexible, and capable of working well with staff and pupils.

Qualifications

• A relevant science degree or equivalent scientific qualification.
• Previous laboratory experience, preferably within a school or similar environment.
• A good understanding of health and safety in practical laboratory settings.
• Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail.
• A reliable, flexible, and proactive approach to your work.
• The right to work in the UK.
• An Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain the required clearance.

Responsibilities

• Getting laboratories lesson-ready by preparing equipment, chemicals, and materials for practical experiments.
• Supporting science teachers with demonstrations, investigations, and hands-on classroom activities.
• Keeping laboratory equipment organised, maintained, and safely stored.
• Helping ensure laboratories meet health and safety standards and remain safe learning environments.
• Keeping track of supplies, checking stock, and ordering materials when needed.
• Carrying out routine checks and reporting equipment that needs repairing or replacing.
• Handling and disposing of chemicals and hazardous materials in line with appropriate safety procedures.
• Helping the science department run smoothly so teachers and pupils can get the most out of every lesson.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Health and safety awareness

Organised

Team player

Right to work in UK

Education

Science degree or equivalent

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a proactive Science Technician for a large secondary school in Durham. You will support practical science by preparing equipment and materials, assist teachers with demonstrations, and help maintain safe laboratory environments.

The ideal candidate has a science degree or equivalent, school laboratory experience, and a solid understanding of health and safety. You should be reliable, flexible, and capable of working well with staff and pupils.