Science Technician

Apex Educ8; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Registration and placement support

Education opportunities

Education sector specialists

Safeguarding compliance

Job summary

Apex Educ8 is recruiting a Science Technician for a Wembley-based secondary school to support the smooth running of the science department. This temp-to-perm role starts ASAP, with September 2026 as potential start, and pays £130–£165 per day depending on experience.

The role involves preparing equipment, supporting demonstrations, maintaining labs, and ensuring health and safety compliance, with opportunities for professional development through Apex Educ8's safeguarding and placement process.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a science laboratory, school or similar environment.
• Good knowledge of laboratory equipment and health and safety procedures.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
• A practical, reliable and proactive approach.
• Relevant science qualifications or experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Preparing equipment, materials and practical resources for science lessons
• Supporting teachers with practical demonstrations and experiments
• Maintaining and organising science laboratories, equipment and resources
• Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times
• Managing stock levels and ordering or replenishing supplies when required
• Cleaning, checking and maintaining equipment
• Supporting the wider science department with day-to-day practical requirements

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Science qualifications

Job description

Science Technician

Location: Wembley

Start Date: ASAP, September 2026

Contract: Temp to Perm

Pay: £130–£165 per day, depending on experience

Apex Educ8 is working with a secondary school in Wembley who are looking for a Science Technician to join their team and support the smooth running of the science department.

This is a great opportunity for someone with practical science experience who enjoys working behind the scenes to help teachers deliver engaging, safe and well-prepared lessons.

Responsibilities

• Preparing equipment, materials and practical resources for science lessons
• Supporting teachers with practical demonstrations and experiments
• Maintaining and organising science laboratories, equipment and resources
• Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times
• Managing stock levels and ordering or replenishing supplies when required
• Cleaning, checking and maintaining equipment
• Supporting the wider science department with day-to-day practical requirements

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a science laboratory, school or similar environment
• Good knowledge of laboratory equipment and health and safety procedures
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
• A practical, reliable and proactive approach
• Relevant science qualifications or experience would be advantageous

What Apex Educ8 offers

• £130–£165 per day, depending on experience
• Temp-to-perm opportunity
• Support throughout the registration and placement process
• Access to a range of education opportunities
• A dedicated team who understand the education sector
• REC-compliant recruitment and safeguarding processes

Apex Educ8 is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks in line with current guidance