Science Technician

Veritas Education Recruitment; Harrow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking a Science Technician for a Secondary Independent School in Harrow. The role involves supporting science lessons and practicals, preparing materials, and ensuring safety during experiments.

You will work with a team of technicians to maintain equipment, carry out risk assessments, manage stock, and assist students during practical sessions. The position is term-time and full-time, with a daily rate of £95–£105 and requires a valid DBS.

Qualifications

• Science degree is essential.
• Experience in a laboratory environment is required.
• Experience working in an educational setting with children is preferred.
• DBS certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and equipment for science lessons, in collaboration with other technicians.
• Carry out risk assessments and manage waste disposal.
• Monitor stock levels and reorder supplies as needed.
• Support students during practical sessions and occasionally in class.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Experience with students

Education

Science degree

DBS certificate

Job description

Science Technician

Secondary Independent School

Located in Harrow

ASAP/October 2026

95 to 105 per day

(Term time only/Full time)

Veritas Education are currently working alongside an independent secondary school who are looking for a Science technician within their science department. The school caters for children of high academic standards who you will be supporting during practicals and occasionally class sessions.

Your duties will include working as a team with other technicians to prepare materials and equipment for science lessons, carrying out risk assessments, keep check of stock and disposing of waste appropriately. Alongside the technician role you will also be expected to support students within the classes - especially during practical sessions.

The school has a supportive team of staff which will assist you during your progress within the role. This mainstream secondary school also have new facilities in all departments.

Requirements:

• Science based degree is essential
• Previous experience within an laboratory
• Experience working within an educational setting (e.g. working with children)
• MUST have a Valid DBS Certificate

Additional Requirements

• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'