Science Technician

Vetro Recruitment; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time working

Permanent opportunity

Professional development

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment in Cardiff is seeking a Science Technician to support practical lessons, maintain equipment, and ensure laboratories are safe and well organised.

This temporary role is highly likely to lead to permanent employment, offering a path for long-term career development within education. You will work with the science department to enable engaging science lessons for students.

Qualifications

• General science background or relevant scientific/technical qualification.
• Experience working in a laboratory, school or similar technical environment.
• Knowledge of scientific equipment and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare practical science lessons by organising equipment, materials and resources.
• Maintain laboratories by servicing and organising three laboratories to ensure a safe environment.
• Support Key Stage 3 science activities, especially Year 7 and Year 9.
• Manage laboratory equipment, cleaning and safe storage of apparatus.
• Promote laboratory safety by following health and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to ensure smooth practical lessons.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

DBS check

Education

General science background or relevant qualification

Tools

Laboratory equipment knowledge

Job description

Job Title:

Science Technician

Location:

Cardiff, South Wales

Pay:

£100 per day minimum

Employment Type:

Full-time - Monday to Friday

Contract:

Temporary, with a strong possibility of becoming permanent

Are You Passionate About Science and Supporting Young People in Education?

Are you an organised, enthusiastic and hardworking individual with a background in science? Would you enjoy working in a busy secondary school environment, helping to bring science lessons to life?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Science Technician to join a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Cardiff.

Working within a well-established Science Department, you'll play an essential role in supporting practical science lessons, maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring students have access to a safe, engaging and well-organised learning environment.

This position is highly likely to lead to a permanent opportunity, making it an excellent choice for someone looking to build a long-term career within education.

What Will You Be Doing?

As a Science Technician, you'll be working closely with teaching staff and fellow technicians to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school's science laboratories.

• Preparing practical science lessons by organising equipment, materials and resources to support engaging and effective teaching.
• Maintaining science laboratories by servicing and organising three laboratories to ensure a safe and efficient learning environment.
• Supporting Key Stage 3 Science by assisting with practical activities and experiments, particularly for Year 7 and Year 9 pupils.
• Managing laboratory equipment by checking, cleaning, maintaining and safely storing scientific apparatus and materials.
• Promoting laboratory safety by following relevant health and safety procedures and supporting safe working practices.
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure practical lessons run smoothly and pupils have the resources they need.

What Are We Looking For?

We're looking for a reliable, proactive and organised individual who enjoys working as part of a team and has a genuine interest in science and education.

• A general science background or a relevant scientific or technical qualification.
• Experience working in a laboratory, school or similar technical environment.
• Knowledge of scientific equipment, laboratory procedures and safe working practices.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• A positive, flexible and proactive approach to supporting teachers and pupils.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a busy Science Department.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, including an Enhanced DBS Check.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary
• Excellent opportunity for permanent employment, with the position highly likely to become permanent.
• Term-time working, allowing you to enjoy school holidays.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment within an established Science Department.
• Professional development opportunities, including ongoing training to enhance your skills.
• Access to school facilities and resources to support your role.
• A rewarding opportunity to contribute to young people's education and help bring science learning to life.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applications are welcomed from candidates of all backgrounds, and the school is an equal opportunities employer.