Science Technician

Classroom Talent; Caddington; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite Parking

Job summary

Classroom Talent in Luton, Bedfordshire, is seeking a part-time Science Technician to support a Secondary School Science Department. The role involves setting up chemistry experiments, ensuring teachers have the correct equipment and materials, and helping with safety protocols in the lab.

Working hours are 8:00–12:30, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, with a long-term supply contract through April 2027 and potential for hours to increase.

Qualifications

• Science Graduate with laboratory experience preferred.
• Strong attention to safety and accurate data handling.
• Excellent communication with pupils and staff.”],
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Responsibilities

• Assembling the apparatus for demonstrations according to lesson plans
• Safe and procedure following waste disposal
• Trial new activities and experiments before being put into practice within the classroom
• Maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Carry out risk assessments and maintaining health and safety procedures

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Science degree

Job description

Science Technician

Part Time

3 days a week - Monday, Wednesday, Friday

8am -12.30pm

£14-£15 per hour depending on experience

Luton,Bedfordshire

ASAP Start

Long Term Supply Contract to April 2027 with potential for hours and days to increase

Q - Are you a Science Graduate looking to put your skillset to practice?

Q - Do you have practical experience in a laboratory setting?

A brilliant Secondary School in Luton are looking for a switched on Science Technician to join their current team of Science Technicians, who support the Science Department. As a Science Technician, you will be helping to set-up and run practical lessons alongside a class teacher, as well as maintaining health and safety protocols in the laboratory.

The main focus of the role will be setting up Chemistry experiments and practical lessons, ensuring teachers have the correct equipment, chemicals and materials ready for their classes.

Science Technician Job Role

• Based within a Secondary School Science Department
• Science Technician
• £14-£15 per hour
• Part time - 3 days a week - Monday, Wednesday, Friday
• Start Time - 8am - 12.30pm
• Opportunity for hours and days to increase
• Start ASAP -until April 2027 minimum
• Based in Luton, Bedfordshire

Science Technician Key Responsibilities

• Assembling the apparatus for demonstrations according to lesson plans
• Safe and procedure following waste disposal
• Trial new activities and experiments before being put into practice within the classroom
• Maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Carry out risk assessments and maintaining health and safety procedures

Perfect Science Technician

• A Science Graduate with experience within a laboratory
• Great communication skills to liaise with pupils, teachers and other technicians
• Brilliant Attention to detail
• Aspiring Science Teachers urged to apply!

About the School

• Rated 'Good' in most recent Ofsted Inspection
• A great Secondary School with a strong and modern Science Department
• Offers excellent CPD opportunities as well as Teacher Training
• Diverse, warm and friendly to staff and pupils
• Onsite Parking!

If you are interested in this Science Technician opportunity, interviews/ trial days can be arranged immediately!