Science Lab Technician - Hands-On School Support

Dyke House Sports and Technology College; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Dyke House Academy, part of Northern Education Trust, is seeking a dedicated Science Technician to support teaching and learning in the science department, ensuring students have a engaging practical education. You will work under the direction of the Senior Science Technician or Head of Department to prepare experiments, organise resources, and assist demonstrations, enabling smooth lesson delivery.

The role emphasises safeguarding, health and safety, GDPR compliance, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• A strong commitment to safeguarding and protecting children and young people.
• Strong organisational skills to manage stock and equipment.
• Collaborative approach for trust meetings and departmental briefs.
• Strict GDPR and data protection compliance.
• Enhanced DBS clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Lesson preparation and support: organise apparatus, prepare resources, and assist demonstrations.
• Departmental planning: help design experiments and cover duties during absence.
• Health and safety leadership: daily checks, PAT, risk assessments, and safe storage of hazardous substances.
• Resource management: inventory control, stock auditing, and placing orders for resources.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Safety-conscious

Collaborative

Job description

Dyke House Academy, part of Northern Education Trust, is seeking a dedicated Science Technician to support teaching and learning in the science department, ensuring students have a engaging practical education. You will work under the direction of the Senior Science Technician or Head of Department to prepare experiments, organise resources, and assist demonstrations, enabling smooth lesson delivery.

The role emphasises safeguarding, health and safety, GDPR compliance, and collaboration with