Science Technician

Supply Desk; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Science Technician to support science lessons in schools. You will prepare materials, maintain lab safety, and assist both students and teachers during experiments. Previous experience in a school lab is highly desirable, along with strong communication and organizational skills. Join us to inspire the next generation of scientists!

Benefits

Opportunities for long-term placements

Ongoing support from the recruitment team

Dynamic school environments

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school lab or similar technical/scientific role is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills for daily interactions with staff and students.
• Ability to follow health & safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clear away equipment for practical science lessons.
• Prepare chemical solutions and ensure safe material storage.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and safety protocols.
• Assist students and staff during experiments.

Skills

Laboratory safety protocols

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive attitude

Passion for science

Job description

Overview

Love Science? Got Lab Skills? Let's Catalyse Your Career!

Are you a Science whizz with a passion for bunsen burners, beakers, and biology? We're on the hunt for brilliant Science Technicians to place in some of our fantastic client schools and we think you just might have the right chemistry!

Whether you're a seasoned lab legend or ready to mix things up with a new challenge, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

As a Science Technician, you'll be the backbone of the lab, supporting teachers and students in bringing experiments to life. Your days will involve:

• Setting up and clearing away equipment for practical science lessons
• Preparing chemical solutions and ensuring all materials are safely stored
• Maintaining laboratory cleanliness and safety protocols
• Assisting students and staff during experiments (and occasionally rescuing a rogue test tube!)
• Managing stock levels and keeping the science cupboard in order

You ll be a key part of the school s science department, helping to ignite curiosity and spark a love for learning.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school lab or similar technical/scientific role is highly desirable
• A passion for science and a great sense of organisation (and humour!)
• The ability to follow health & safety protocols (no mad science allowed, sorry!)
• Strong communication skills you ll be working with staff and students daily
• A proactive and flexible attitude no two school days are the same!

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS if you don t already have one, don t panic! We can help you apply
• EWC registration (Education Workforce Council essential for working in Welsh schools)
• Previous experience in a school lab or similar technical/scientific role is highly desirable

Benefits

• Work in dynamic school environments full of energy, creativity, and curiosity
• Ongoing support from our friendly education recruitment team
• Opportunities for long-term placements and career development
• The satisfaction of knowing you re helping spark the next generation of scientists!

Ready to make a reaction? Let s bond! Apply today and help keep the school science labs bubbling with brilliance.