Science Technician

Marchant Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking secondary school in Birmingham is seeking a full-time Science Technician to support high-quality science education across KS3-KS5. The successful candidate will prepare equipment for lessons in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, maintain safe laboratories, and assist teaching staff during experiments. Candidates should have experience in a laboratory or school science setting and a solid understanding of health and safety procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about science education.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and materials for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics lessons.
• Maintain laboratories and support safe practical work.
• Assist teaching staff during experiments.
• Manage stock and ensure health & safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Experience working in a laboratory or school science setting

Strong understanding of health & safety procedures

Organised and methodical approach to work

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Job description

Location: Birmingham
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Competitive support staff salary

A forward-thinking secondary school in Birmingham is seeking a Science Technician to support the delivery of high-quality science education across KS3-KS5.

About the Role

This full-time permanent role involves preparing equipment and materials for Biology, Chemistry and Physics lessons, maintaining laboratories and supporting safe practical work.

The successful candidate will assist teaching staff during experiments, manage stock and ensure health & safety procedures are followed at all times.

The School

The school serves approximately 1300 pupils and has a strong reputation for academic achievement and practical science learning.

Science facilities include well-equipped laboratories and modern preparation rooms.

Requirements

• Experience working in a laboratory or school science setting
• Strong understanding of health & safety procedures
• Organised and methodical approach to work
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

How to Apply

Please submit your CV to be considered for this opportunity.

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1