Science Technician

Tradewind Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment seeks a Science Technician for a secondary school in Higher Blackley, Manchester, with an ASAP start. The role focuses on preparing resources and supporting practical science lessons across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

The candidate should have school/education experience, a science degree, COSHH training, and strong organisational skills to ensure safe, well-prepared laboratories and smooth lesson delivery.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school or education setting.
• COSHH training and safe chemical handling understanding.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory equipment, chemicals, specimens for lessons.
• Support teachers with delivery of practical activities across science.
• Set up and clear away experiments and demonstrations.
• Maintain laboratories, prep rooms, and resources to high standards.
• Ensure safe storage and lab handling of chemicals and materials.
• Follow proper COSHH and health and safety procedures.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering lab supplies.
• Keep accurate records of equipment, chemicals, and safety.

Skills

Science lab experience

COSHH trained

Organised / detail-oriented

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in a Science-related subject

Job description

Science Technician - Secondary School

Location: Higher Blackley, Manchester

Salary: 95- 110 per day

Start Date: ASAP

Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Science Technician to join a successful Secondary School in Higher Blackley, Manchester, on an immediate-start basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a suitably qualified Science Technician with a genuine background in school or education settings to become an integral part of a busy Science Department. The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to ensure practical lessons are fully prepared, safe and well organised, supporting pupils across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

The Role

As a Science Technician, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of practical Science lessons across the school. Your responsibilities will include preparing equipment and materials for practical lessons, maintaining laboratory resources and ensuring that laboratories are clean, organised and ready for use.

You will also be responsible for the safe storage, handling and preparation of chemicals and other scientific materials, whilst ensuring that appropriate health and safety procedures are followed at all times.

The successful candidate will be confident working independently, able to manage competing priorities and comfortable supporting a busy secondary-school Science Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory equipment, chemicals, specimens and other resources for practical Science lessons.
• Support teachers with the smooth delivery of practical activities across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Set up and clear away practical experiments and demonstrations.
• Maintain laboratories, preparation rooms, equipment and Science resources to a high standard.
• Ensure chemicals and other materials are stored, labelled and handled safely.
• Follow and maintain appropriate COSHH and health and safety procedures.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and maintaining laboratory supplies.
• Carry out routine checks and basic maintenance of scientific equipment.
• Ensure laboratories are clean, safe and appropriately prepared before and after practical sessions.
• Support the Science Department with general technical and practical duties.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other members of the school's support team.
• Maintain accurate records relating to equipment, chemicals, stock and health and safety where required.

Essential Requirements

Please note: this position is specifically for candidates who have previous professional experience working within schools or education settings. Applicants without school or education experience will not be considered.

The successful applicant must have:

• Previous experience working as a Science Technician, Laboratory Technician or similar technical role within a school or education setting.
• A Bachelor's degree in a Science-related subject, with significant laboratory-based experience as a key part of the degree.
• Current or previous COSHH training and a strong understanding of safe chemical handling and laboratory procedures.
• A sound understanding of laboratory health and safety requirements.
• Practical knowledge across one or more Science disciplines, ideally Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a busy school Science Department.
• A proactive, reliable and professional approach to work.
• The confidence to work independently while supporting teachers and other school staff.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

Tradewind Recruitment is a leading education recruitment agency, supporting schools and education professionals across the UK. We work closely with our candidates to identify suitable opportunities and provide ongoing support throughout their assignments.

This is an ASAP start, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply without delay.