Science Lab Technician: Fueling Safe Hands-on Science

Tradewind Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Science Technician for secondary schools in Southwark. This role involves maintaining lab equipment, supporting practical experiments, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in sciences and excellent organisational skills. Join a friendly and collaborative environment that offers professional development opportunities and a chance to make a real difference in education.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Training opportunities

Collaborative departments

Opportunity to make a difference

Qualifications

• Strong interest in the sciences and confidence working with lab equipment.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive approach and commitment to supporting high-quality education.
• Previous experience in a school laboratory or similar scientific environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, organising and maintaining equipment and materials for science lessons.
• Supporting practical experiments across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Ensuring laboratories are safe, well-stocked and compliant with health and safety regulations.
• Assisting teachers during practical sessions where required.
• Managing inventories and ordering resources.
• Providing technical advice to staff and contributing to the smooth running of the department.

Skills

Interest in sciences

Confidence with lab equipment

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Job description

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Science Technician for secondary schools in Southwark. This role involves maintaining lab equipment, supporting practical experiments, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in sciences and excellent organisational skills. Join a friendly and collaborative environment that offers professional development opportunities and a chance to make a real difference in education.