Science Technician

Teaching Personnel; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Supply Science Technician to support practical science lessons in schools across Bradford. The role involves setting up experiments, assisting in lessons, maintaining laboratories, and ensuring safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience, and enjoy a dynamic work environment with potential pathways for career growth.

Benefits

Free child protection and prevent duty training

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience with lab equipment and chemical handling.
• Ability to work independently across multiple schools.
• Comfortable with COSHH and safe chemical handling/storage.

Responsibilities

• Set up & run experiments and prepare lab materials.
• Support teachers and students during practical lessons.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and manage inventory.

Skills

Lab-savvy

Health & Safety knowledge

Organised

Education

GCSEs (9–4/A–C) in English, Maths, Science

NVQ3/BTEC/RSciTech/A-level/degree

Job description

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Supply Science Technician – Bradford, West Yorkshire

Locations: Secondary schools across BD1–BD10
Contract: Term‑time supply (full or part‑time), immediate start or Sept 2025
Daily Rate: £90–£125 per day

Why You'll Love It

This isn’t just lab prep—it’s being a spark for students’ curiosity. You'll work across Bradford schools, helping deliver memorable practical science lessons in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.

What You'll Be Doing

Set up & run experiments: prepare chemicals, specimens, apparatus—everything from titrations to live specimens

Support during lessons: assist teachers and students, guide safe and effective use of equipment

Tidy up & maintain labs: wash glassware, repair kits, clean benches, ensure everything is classroom-ready

Inventory & ordering: track stock, check deliveries, spot when chemicals or kit need reordering

Promote safety: follow COSHH, CLEAPSS guidance; help draft risk assessments and safe storage systems

Who You Are

️ Qualifications: GCSEs (9–4/A–C) in English, Maths, Science + NVQ3/BTEC/RSciTech/A‑level/degree preferred

Lab-savvy: experience with lab equipment, making solutions, and setting up experiments

Health & Safety knowledge: comfortable with COSHH, safe chemical handling/storage

Organised & proactive: enjoy planning, working independently, flexible across multiple schools

DBS checked: enhanced DBS or willing to get one

Nice-to-Haves

NVQ Level 3 in Laboratory & Associated Technical Activities (LATA) or RSciTech registered

ASE / CLEAPSS training, or recent First Aid certification

What’s in It for You

Variety: Every school brings a fresh energy and new challenges

Career growth: Here's your entry point to full-time roles, senior technician positions, or even a path toward teaching

All‑inclusive rate: Daily pay already factors in the holiday entitlement (12.07%)

Professional support: Training, peer network, and guidance from a trusted supply provider

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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