Science Technician

Vision for Education Ltd; London Borough of Redbridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Teachers are supporting a highly regarded secondary academy within a successful multi-academy trust to recruit a Science Technician to join their dedicated Science department. This role involves preparing practical science lessons, maintaining equipment and resources, and ensuring safety in laboratories.

The ideal candidate could be a recent science graduate, an experienced technician, or someone seeking school-based experience before pursuing teaching.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification or equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline.
• GCSE Grade C/Level 4 or above in English, Maths and Science.
• Experience providing technical or resource support.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work flexibly and use initiative.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with staff and students.
• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety requirements within a laboratory environment.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, maintaining and organising equipment, materials and resources for practical Science lessons.
• Supporting the smooth running of Science laboratories and ensuring resources are available when required.
• Maintaining a safe, organised and productive working environment.
• Carrying out routine health and safety checks, risk assessments and equipment inspections.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant health and safety guidance, including COSHH and CLEAPSS procedures.
• Managing stock levels and ordering supplies when required.
• Supporting staff and students with the safe use of specialist equipment.
• Maintaining accurate records relating to resources, equipment and safety procedures.
• Assisting with the development of practical activities to enhance students' learning experience.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Level 3 qualification

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

GCSE Science

Tools

COSHH knowledge

CLEAPSS procedures

Job description

Position: Science Technician

Location: Redbridge

Salary:£25,214.82 - £26,318.07 per annum

Start date: November 2026

Smart Teachers are supporting a highly regarded secondary academy within a successful multi-academy trust to recruit a Science Technician to join their dedicated Science department.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and enthusiastic individual with a passion for Science to play a key role in supporting practical learning and ensuring students have access to high-quality resources and experiments. The role would be particularly suited to a Science graduate, an experienced technician, or someone looking to gain valuable school-based experience before pursuing a career in teaching.

About the Role

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to provide effective technical support across the Science department. You will be responsible for preparing practical lessons, maintaining equipment and resources, ensuring safe working practices, and supporting students to engage fully with their Science education.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, maintaining and organising equipment, materials and resources for practical Science lessons.

• Supporting the smooth running of Science laboratories and ensuring resources are available when required.

• Maintaining a safe, organised and productive working environment.

• Carrying out routine health and safety checks, risk assessments and equipment inspections.

• Ensuring compliance with relevant health and safety guidance, including COSHH and CLEAPSS procedures.

• Managing stock levels and ordering supplies when required.

• Supporting staff and students with the safe use of specialist equipment.

• Maintaining accurate records relating to resources, equipment and safety procedures.

• Assisting with the development of practical activities to enhance students' learning experience.

About You

The ideal candidate will be a reliable, proactive and well-organised individual who enjoys working in a busy educational environment. You will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a wider team.

You may be:

• A recent graduate in a scientific discipline looking to develop practical experience.

• An experienced Science Technician seeking a new opportunity.

• Someone considering a future career in teaching who would benefit from classroom experience.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant scientific discipline.

• GCSE Grade C/Level 4 or above (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science.

• Experience providing technical or resource support.

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

• Ability to work flexibly and use initiative.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with staff and students.

• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety requirements within a laboratory environment.

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working within a school Science department.

• Knowledge of CLE