Science Laboratory Technician

Amarval Partners Ltd; Bentfield; Presencial; GBP 18.000 - 24.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Great transport links and parking

Training within the school

Career path within the school

Enthusiastic Science Department to co‑

Descripción de la vacante

Amarval Partners Ltd is seeking a dedicated Science Laboratory Technician for a busy secondary school. You will prepare and set up Biology, Chemistry and Physics laboratories, assist with practicals and demonstrations, and ensure equipment is maintained, stored and available for lessons.

You will help monitor stock and support health and safety across all science areas. You will work with staff and students in a collaborative environment, and a DBS check will be required or updated as needed to

Formación

• Experience in a school laboratory or similar environment.
• Understanding of health and safety in a laboratory.
• Knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and Physics practical equipment.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and set up science laboratories for Biology, Chemistry and Physics practicals.
• Assist teachers with practical experiments and demonstrations.
• Maintain, clean and store laboratory equipment and resources.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering science supplies.
• Follow health and safety procedures, including safe handling of chemicals and materials.
• Carry out routine checks of laboratory equipment and report faults or maintenance needs.
• Support teachers and students during practical activities to ensure lessons run smoothly.
• Keep laboratories tidy and ready for use throughout the school day.

Conocimientos

Science laboratory experience

Health & safety procedures

Safe handling of chemicals

Laboratory equipment knowledge

Organisational skills

Teamwork & communication

DBS clearance

Herramientas

Biology equipment

Chemistry equipment

Physics equipment

Descripción del empleo

A secondary school is looking for a candidate to join them as a Science Laboratory Technician. The successful candidate will provide practical support to the Science Department, acting as a key point of contact for teaching staff and students.

You will have day-to-day responsibility for preparing, setting up and maintaining science laboratories, ensuring equipment and resources are ready for practical lessons. You will also support teachers during experiments and practical activities, ensuring that lessons run smoothly and safely.

You will need to be an approachable, organised and helpful individual who enjoys working in partnership with staff and students and has a keen interest in supporting science education.

Benefits

• Great transport links and parking available.
• The opportunity to work alongside an enthusiastic Science Department and contribute to students' enjoyment of practical science lessons.
• Access to training within the school.
• The opportunity to have a career path into other roles within the school

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up science laboratories, equipment and materials for practical lessons across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Assist teachers with the preparation and delivery of practical experiments and demonstrations.
• Ensure laboratory equipment, apparatus and resources are maintained, cleaned and stored appropriately.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and organising science supplies.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are followed, including the safe handling, storage and disposal of chemicals and laboratory materials.
• Carry out routine checks of laboratory equipment and report any faults or maintenance requirements.
• Support teachers and students during practical activities, helping to ensure lessons run smoothly and safely.
• Ensure laboratories are tidy, organised and ready for use throughout the school day.

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience working as a Science Technician or within a laboratory environment would be advantageous.
• A good understanding of laboratory health and safety procedures and safe handling of chemicals and equipment.
• Knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and Physics practical equipment and resources.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage a busy workload.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team, supporting both teaching staff and students.
• A proactive, reliable and approachable attitude with good communication skills.
• Good awareness of safeguarding and student safety.
• Hold a valid DBS or be willing to apply for one.