Science Technician

Ark Alexandra Academy; Hastings; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Hastings is seeking a Science Technician to support teachers and ensure high standards of health and safety in science practical work. The ideal candidate will have experience or a keen interest in a Science related field, strong communication skills, and the ability to maintain equipment and handle safety procedures. This role offers a permanent contract with a 36-hour weekly commitment during term time.

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in a Science related field.
• Knowledge of COSHH procedures and Health & Safety standards.
• Ability to assist in practical learning and maintain safety equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in practical work and health and safety.
• Prepare and trial practical resources.
• Ensure proper maintenance of equipment and chemicals.
• Manage the care of animals and plants during term time.
• Provide First Aid and assist with school activities.

Skills

Experience or knowledge in a Science related field

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Flexibility and enthusiasm

Ability to deal with minor incidents including first aid

Organizational skills and attention to detail

Job description

Reporting to: Senior Science Technician / Head of Department

Location: Ark Alexandra Academy

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: 36 hours per week, term time only plus 1 extra week to be worked in the school holidays

Start date: As soon as possible

Closing date: 23:59 on Sunday 02 November 2025

The Role

As a Science Technician, you will support teachers in delivering high quality practical work, inspiring students and enabling them to develop a deeper understanding of science. You will also maintain excellent standards of Health and Safety in all areas of the department.

As the ideal candidate you:

• Will have experience, knowledge or a keen interest in a Science related field
• Can be flexible, enthusiastic, well organised, adaptable with an eye for detail
• Will have knowledge of COSHH procedures and CLEAPSS or Health & Safety involving hazardous substances
• Will be able to deal with minor incidents including first aid and undertake training
• Will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with young people and adults

Key Responsibilities

Learning support

• Support teachers when planning and carrying out practical work, highlighting any health and safety causes for concern, following CLEAPSS guidelines
• Prepare and trial practical resources as per department schemes of work
• Prioritise practical requisitions, delivering, setting up and clearing away practicals
• Provide technical, safety and learning assistance in lessons, supporting students and staff
• To provide in-class support as requested by the Senior Science Technician or Head of Department.

Health & Safety

• Ensure all equipment is properly repaired, maintained and stored
• Ensure all chemicals are properly handled, maintained and stored
• Ensure the labs and safety equipment are properly maintained
• During term time, manage the care of animals and plants and long term experiments
• Procure biological consumables and other perishable items as necessary
• Run risk assessments related to normal working tasks carried out, including tasks in the preparation room
• Provide First Aid as required

Other

• Actively promote the safety and welfare of our children and young people
• Ensure compliance with Ark’s data protection rules and procedures
• Liaise with colleagues and external contacts at all levels of seniority with confidence, tact and diplomacy
• Work with Ark Central and other academies in the Ark network, to establish good practice throughout the network, offering support where required
• Support with school activities, invigilation and enrichment, when required.

Notes

All new staff will be subject to a probation period of six months (which may, in certain circumstances, be extended by up to 10 weeks). The probation period is a trial period, to enable the assessment of an employee’s suitability for the job for which he or she has been employed. It provides the school with the opportunity to monitor and review the performance of new staff in relation to various areas, and also in terms of their commitment to safeguarding and relationships with students. No job description can be fully comprehensive, and from time to time the successful candidate may have to undertake other professional duties as directed by the Principal/Senior Leadership Team/Line Manager.