Science Lab Technician: Practical Prep & Lab Support

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. Kingston science laboratories are seeking a committed Science Technician to support practical lessons, prepare apparatus and ensure safe, well organised labs for secondary students.

This full-time, Monday-to-Friday role starts in November 2026 for about one term with a strong possibility of extension, offering valuable school-based technical experience alongside experienced science staff.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree, scientific qualification or practical laboratory background.
• Experience using scientific equipment and laboratory procedures.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Good understanding of safe working practices.
• Ability to manage workload and meet lesson deadlines.
• Professional and collaborative approach.
• Comfortable working around secondary-aged students.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Prepare apparatus, chemicals and other resources for practical lessons.
• Read and interpret teachers' practical requirements.
• Arrange laboratory equipment before lessons begin.
• Assist during experiments and demonstrations when necessary.
• Safely clean, maintain and store scientific equipment.
• Keep laboratories tidy, functional and appropriately organised.
• Monitor consumable supplies and assist with stock management.
• Report equipment faults and arrange appropriate follow-up.
• Maintain awareness of relevant health and safety requirements.
• Support the science department with general technical tasks.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Professional and collaborative

Time/workload management

Safety awareness

Education

Relevant degree or scientific qualification

Practical laboratory background

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. Kingston science laboratories are seeking a committed Science Technician to support practical lessons, prepare apparatus and ensure safe, well organised labs for secondary students.

This full-time, Monday-to-Friday role starts in November 2026 for about one term with a strong possibility of extension, offering valuable school-based technical experience alongside experienced science staff.