Science Technician

Vida Education; Carleton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is looking for a Science Technician to prepare equipment for practical lessons and manage laboratory resources. Candidates should have a strong interest in laboratory work, organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. This position offers excellent pay in line with experience and opportunities for professional training.

Benefits

Excellent rates of pay

Free CPD accredited training courses

Dedicated consultants for quality service

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a laboratory or strong interest in this role.
• Good knowledge of laboratory practices and equipment.
• Awareness of health & safety standards and chemical handling.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and teamwork ability.
• Positive attitude and flexibility in changing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and resources for practical science lessons.
• Set up, clear away lab equipment and ensure safety.
• Manage stock of consumables and laboratory equipment.
• Maintain and clean equipment, flagging any faults.
• Support teachers and students during practical tasks.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Maintain technical records and risk assessments.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the Science Department.

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Science Technician (Secondary School)

Location: Blackpool

Start Date: January 2026

Hours: 36 hours per week

Role & Responsibilities

• Preparing equipment, apparatus and resources for practical science lessons, demonstrations and experiments.
• Setting up and clearing away lab equipment and materials, ensuring teaching spaces are safe, organised and ready.
• Managing stock of consumables, chemicals and laboratory equipment; keeping accurate inventories and ordering/replacing items as required.
• Ensuring that equipment is maintained, cleaned and stored correctly; performing basic checks and flagging any faults or replacements needed.
• Supporting teachers and students during practical tasks when needed.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant health & safety regulations (including COSHH, waste disposal and safe storage of chemicals).
• Maintaining and updating technical records, risk assessments and safe operating procedures.
• Contributing to the overall organisation and smooth running of the Science Department.

Person Specification

• The successful candidate for the Science Technician role will ideally have proven experience of working in a laboratory or technical role (preferably within an educational setting) or a strong interest in moving into this type of work.
• Good knowledge of laboratory practices, equipment and basic maintenance.
• Awareness of health & safety standards, including safe handling of chemicals, risk assessments and disposal of waste.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritise tasks and work efficiently under direction.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, pupils and other support staff.
• A positive, proactive and flexible attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing requirements and work as part of a team.

Benefits of Working with Vida Education

• We are an experienced team and specialise in placing qualified teachers, cover supervisors, teaching assistants, school admin and clerical staff into positions across Lancashire and Cumbria.
• We offer excellent rates of pay, in line with your level of experience. AWR compliant.
• Experienced and dedicated consultants who take great pride in providing you a quality service.
• Free CPD accredited training courses including Advanced Safeguarding, Child Protection & Prevent.

Vida Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. As an APSCo Compliance Accredited agency, all post holders are subject to checks in line with “Keeping Children Safe in Education”. These checks include but are not limited to; an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, qualifications check, references, UK Right to Work Status. Further information will be provided on application.

Vida Education is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an employment business in providing temporary or permanent job seeking services.