Science Technician

Teaching Personnel; Tadley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time long-term position

Supportive Science department

Training and professional development

Ongoing consultant support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is hiring a Science Technician for a full-time, long-term role at a secondary school in Tadley. The successful candidate will support the Science department with practical lessons, handling equipment, materials and chemicals while upholding COSHH and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have experience in a school laboratory or related technical environment, with strong organisational and communication skills and a commitment to safeguarding student welfare.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school laboratory or scientific environment.
• Ability to prepare equipment and resources for experiments.
• Commitment to laboratory safety and accurate record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment, materials and chemicals for practical lessons.
• Set up and clear away experiments across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Check, maintain and safely store laboratory equipment.
• Manage stock and support ordering of resources.
• Ensure chemicals are labelled, stored and disposed of correctly.
• Support teachers during practical activities where required.
• Complete routine maintenance and basic equipment repairs.
• Keep preparation rooms and laboratories organised.
• Follow health and safety procedures, including COSHH guidance.
• Work closely with teachers and departmental colleagues.

Skills

School laboratory experience

Practical science knowledge

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Science qualification

Job description

Science Technician - Tadley

Full-Time | Long-Term Contract | Secondary School

Teaching Personnel is working with an aspirational secondary school in Tadley to recruit an organised and enthusiastic Science Technician for a full-time, long-term position.

This is an excellent opportunity to become an integral part of a busy Science department, supporting teachers and students with the safe and effective delivery of practical lessons.

The role could suit an experienced school Science Technician, laboratory professional, Science graduate or candidate with relevant technical experience who is interested in working within education.

About the School

The school supports just over 1,000 students and benefits from a spacious, semi-rural setting with extensive grounds. It is an ambitious and inclusive community that focuses on developing students' confidence, resilience, independence and enthusiasm for learning.

Students benefit from a broad and challenging curriculum designed to prepare them for further education, employment and life beyond school. Staff work collaboratively to create engaging learning experiences and help every student fulfil their potential.

The Role

As a Science Technician, you will support the smooth and safe running of the Science department. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing equipment, materials and chemicals for practical lessons
• Setting up and clearing away experiments across Biology, Chemistry and Physics
• Checking, maintaining and safely storing laboratory equipment
• Managing stock and supporting the ordering of resources
• Ensuring chemicals are labelled, stored and disposed of correctly
• Supporting teachers during practical activities where required
• Completing routine maintenance and basic equipment repairs
• Keeping preparation rooms and laboratories organised
• Following health and safety procedures, including COSHH guidance
• Working closely with teachers and departmental colleagues

As this is a long-term position, you will become an established member of the department and build strong working relationships with staff and students.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will ideally:

• Have experience within a school laboratory, scientific workplace or technical environment
• Hold a relevant Science qualification or demonstrate strong practical knowledge
• Be confident preparing equipment and resources for experiments
• Understand the importance of laboratory safety and accurate record-keeping
• Demonstrate strong organisational and time-management skills
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Communicate professionally with staff and students
• Be adaptable and calm within a busy school environment
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare

Previous school experience is desirable but not essential. Applications are also welcomed from science graduates and laboratory professionals with relevant knowledge and a willingness to learn.

What the School Offers

• A full-time, long-term position
• A supportive and collaborative Science department
• The opportunity to contribute to students' practical learning
• A spacious school site in a semi-rural location
• A welcoming and inclusive school community
• Access to training and professional development
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant

Safeguarding

Teaching Personnel and the school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Child Workforce DBS check, professional references and all other appropriate safer recruitment checks.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07