Science Technician

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Science Technician to join their vibrant science department in Manchester. This role is perfect for a science graduate eager to gain hands-on experience in an educational setting. You'll play a crucial role in preparing materials for lessons, maintaining equipment, and ensuring smooth operations during practical science activities. If you're a proactive team player with excellent organisational skills, this is your chance to shape the future of science education and make a significant impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• A science-related degree is essential for this role.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up equipment for science experiments.
• Support teachers and students during practical lessons.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure cleanliness.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Teamwork

Education

Science-Related Degree

Job description

Science Technician - Secondary School - Manchester
Start Date: ASAP
Daily Rate: 100 - 110
Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment are proud to be working with a successful and inclusive secondary school in Manchester, who are looking to appoint a dedicated Science Technician to support their vibrant science department.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a science graduate looking to develop hands-on experience in an educational environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing materials for lessons, maintaining equipment, and ensuring the smooth operation of practical science activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing and setting up equipment and resources for science experiments

• Supporting teachers and students during practical lessons

• Maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring cleanliness and safety

• Managing stock levels and ordering materials when required

• Ensuring compliance with all health and safety standards, including COSHH regulations

• Providing general support to the science department as needed

Requirements:

• A science-related degree is essential - applicants without a science degree will not be considered

• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills

• A team player with a professional and proactive approach

• Previous experience in a lab or school setting is desirable but not essential

• A DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

This position is to start as soon as possible, with a daily rate of 100 to 110, depending on experience and qualifications.

To apply, please send your CV to (url removed) today.

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