Science Technician

Randstad Education; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a passionate Science Technician to assist in delivering engaging Science lessons at a secondary school. You will be responsible for lab preparation, ensuring safety, and supporting teachers and students during practical experiments. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact while working in well-equipped Science labs.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Work-Life Balance

Refer a Friend scheme - earn a £300 Love2shop voucher

Qualifications

• Experience working in a Science lab, ideally in a School or educational setting.
• Solid understanding of health and safety practices, including COSHH.
• Confident handling and preparing chemicals, apparatus, and experiments.

Responsibilities

• Preparing materials and apparatus for Science lessons.
• Setting up and testing equipment in advance of practicals.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and well-organised lab environment.

Skills

Health and safety practices

Problem-solving

Preparation of chemicals and materials

Job description

Role: Science TechnicianLocation: Rainham

"Behind every successful experiment is someone who made sure it could happen safely."

Do you have experience as a Science Technician working with Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4) students?

Are you confident handling chemicals, equipment, and experiments safely?

Do you enjoy problem-solving and staying one step ahead in a busy environment?

Randstad Education is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Science Technician to join a thriving secondary School. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth delivery of engaging and safe Science lessons from Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4).

About the School

This progressive School features cutting-edge Science laboratories, an energetic and collaborative Science Department, and close ties with leading Schools across the region known for their creativity and academic strength. Rooted in a culture of high standards and a strong focus on achievement in STEM subjects, the School draws inspiration from its exemplary peers while continually striving to raise the bar in Science education.

Requirements

• Experience working in a Science lab, ideally in a School or educational setting
• Solid understanding of health and safety practices, including COSHH
• A basic understanding of secondary School Science curriculum (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
• Confident handling and preparing chemicals, apparatus, and experiments
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Responsibilities

• Preparing materials and apparatus for Science lessons
• Setting up and testing equipment in advance of practicals
• Supporting Teachers during experiments and demonstrations
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and well-organised lab environment
• Conducting inventory checks and managing stock levels
• Ordering consumables and equipment as needed
• Supporting pupils during practicals, where appropriate
• Liaising with teaching staff to anticipate lesson requirements
• Keeping risk assessments and safety records up to date
• Assisting with Science enrichment activities and clubs

Benefits

• A collaborative and welcoming working environment
• Modern, well-equipped Science labs
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on student learning
• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Work-Life Balance
• Refer a Friend scheme - earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (T&Cs apply)

Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS clearance will be undertaken prior to working in any Schools.

If you are interested in this opportunity please use the apply button and if you have the relevant experience one of the team will be in touch.

No terminology in the above advertisement is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Randstad Education is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and accepts applications from all sections of the community.