Science Technician

Halesowen College; Halesowen; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a passionate Science Technician to support hands-on learning in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. This role involves preparing investigations and experiments, ensuring safety in laboratories, and providing technical guidance to staff and students. The successful candidate will have opportunities for career growth, including working towards a professional teaching qualification and continuous professional development. Join a dynamic team to foster curiosity and scientific skills in students.

Qualifications

• Passion for Biology with an understanding of Chemistry and Physics.
• Ability to provide practical expertise and technical guidance.
• Commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

Responsibilities

• Prepare biological investigations and set up analytical experiments.
• Support staff and students with practical science.
• Ensure safety in scientific explorations.

Job description

Science Technician

Join our dynamic Science Technician Team and play a vital role at the heart of hands‑on learning. We are looking for someone with a passion for Biology who also appreciates the interconnections across Chemistry and Physics. In this busy, exciting environment, you'll help keep our laboratories running smoothly and support staff and students with practical expertise, technical guidance, and a calm, solutions‑focused approach.

Your work will help create immersive practical experiences; whether preparing biological investigations, setting up analytical experiments, or supporting cross‑disciplinary projects, ensuring every learner can explore scientific ideas safely and confidently. Our goal is to nurture curiosity, develop strong analytical thinking, and empower students with the core scientific skills they need to progress and thrive.

As a general Science Technician, you will be at the centre of this mission, enabling meaningful practical science for all our learners.

The College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and will undertake an Enhanced DBS, safer recruitment vetting and online checks for all successful candidates. Successful candidates will also have the opportunity to work towards a professional teaching qualification as part of the role, alongside continuous professional development.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received before the closing date.