Science Technician

Empowering Learning; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known secondary school in Newham is seeking a Graduate Science Technician to support practical work in the Science department full-time. The ideal candidate should be a recent science graduate, possess relevant lab-based experience, and show a passion for science to inspire young learners. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development. Start date is in January 2026, and an enhanced DBS check is needed.

Benefits

Free CPD

Constant support with interviewing and teaching

Qualifications

• Must be a recent science graduate (graduated in the last 2 years).
• Right to work in the UK required.
• Up to date enhanced DBS or willing to process one.

Responsibilities

• Support the Science department in all practical work and demonstrations.
• Actively develop own learning to enhance service delivered.

Skills

Interest in science education

Lab-based experience

Commitment

Flexibility

Education

Recent science-related degree

Job description

Graduate Science Technician

Location: Newham, London

Salary: 95 - 120 per day (depending on experience)

Full time

Secondary School

Starting date: January 2026

Free CPD and Constant support with interviewing and teaching

An exciting opportunity has presented itself for a diligent and self‑motivated graduate science technician within a well‑known Newham based secondary school.

You must be a recent science‑related degree holder, have relevant lab‑based experience (this could include experience during your university course). A passion for science and the ability to pass this onto young learners.

About the School

Their curriculum is crafted to meet the demands of the national curriculum and beyond, to develop a love of learning in each subject.

Their teachers believe that ensuring students enjoy learning will also make them want to dig deeper, explore further and develop their own interest and motivation to learn more.

Beyond the classroom they believe that they can enrich the experience and maximise the talent in every student; the breadth of activities on offer encourages students of all ages to get involved.

Requirements

• Recent science graduate (graduated in the last 2 years)
• Right to work in the UK
• Available immediately
• Up to date enhanced DBS (or willing to process one for 63)

Person Summary

The main purpose of this role is to support the Science department in all aspects of practical work and demonstrations. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive, friendly and professional environment.

The ideal person will have good scientific knowledge and a keen interest in working in a busy school environment; a flexible approach and be willing to actively seek to develop their own learning to enhance the service delivered. You will be able to demonstrate a high level of commitment with excellent attendance and punctuality.

If you believe you are the right individual for this role then please do apply to be considered. If you are successful in your application you will be required to complete our online registration forms and be asked to provide the necessary ID for us to complete our compliance checks.