Science Tech Needed Asap At Dynamic Berkshire Secondary

Marchant Recruitment; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time options

Professional development

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a proactive Science Technician to join our Berkshire team. You will prepare materials, support teachers and students in hands-on lessons, and ensure safe, compliant practice across the laboratory.

Responsibilities include setting up demonstrations, maintaining equipment, managing stock, and providing technical assistance during experiments. Full-time/permanent with term-time options; competitive salary and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Qualification in a science discipline (Chemistry, Biology, Physics) or related field.
• Experience in a laboratory or school science department preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of COSHH and lab safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials: set up apparatus, equipment, and chemical solutions safely for demonstrations and practical classes.
• Ensure safety and compliance with health and safety guidelines, COSHH, risk assessments, and hazardous waste disposal.
• Clean, maintain, calibrate, and repair laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Monitor inventory levels, manage stock rooms, order reagents and lab consumables, and perform routine audits.
• Provide hands-on technical support to teachers and students during experiments and demonstrations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Science qualification (Chemistry/Biology/Physics or related)

Job description

Location: Berkshire (e.g., Reading, Slough, Maidenhead)

Salary: Competitive / Dependent on experience (e.g., £23,000 – £28,000 per annum)

Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent (Term-time options also available)

Sector: Science / Education / Laboratory Support

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, organized, and detail-oriented Science Technician to join our dynamic team in Berkshire.

You will play a crucial role behind the scenes, ensuring that teachers and students have everything they need for engaging, safe, and hands-on practical lessons.

Key Responsibilities

Preparation of Materials: Set up apparatus, equipment, and chemical solutions safely and accurately for demonstrations and practical classes.

Safety & Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to health and safety guidelines, including COSHH regulations, risk assessments, and the proper disposal of hazardous waste.

Equipment Maintenance: Clean, maintain, calibrate, and conduct routine repairs on laboratory equipment and instruments.

Stock Management: Monitor inventory levels, manage stock rooms, order chemical reagents and lab consumables, and perform routine audits.

Technical Support: Provide hands-on assistance to teaching staff and students during science experiments and demonstrations.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education: A qualification (NVQ, A-Level, BTEC, or Degree) in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, or a related science discipline.

Experience: Previous experience working in a laboratory or school science department is preferred, though enthusiastic science graduates looking to start their career are strongly encouraged to apply.

Skills: Strong organizational skills, a meticulous eye for detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Knowledge: Sound awareness of laboratory health and safety protocols (COSHH).

What We Offer

Competitive salary package

Generous school term-time working patterns and holiday entitlement

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities