Science Technician

Tradewind Recruitment; Wembley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a Science Technician for a secondary school in Wembley, a full-time, Monday-Friday role from 8:00am-4:00pm, with a long-term contract and potential for permanent placement upon successful introduction.

Responsibilities include preparing equipment and resources for science lessons, setting up experiments, supporting teachers, and maintaining lab stock with a strong emphasis on health and safety. On-site parking is available.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Science Technician or strong science background.
• Able to prepare equipment and materials for lessons.
• Good organisation and time management.
• Health and safety procedures awareness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and resources for science lessons.
• Set up and clear away practical experiments.
• Support teachers during practical lessons.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and resources.
• Keep laboratories clean, safe and organised.
• Monitor stock levels of equipment and consumables.
• Follow health and safety procedures.
• Support broader science department daily needs.

Skills

Organised

Reliable

Proactive

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Independent work

Job description

Science Technician - WembleyWembley | Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 8:00am-4:00pm | Long-Term | On-Site Parking

Are you an experienced Science Technician looking for your next opportunity, or a graduate with a strong science background looking to build a career within education?

We're looking for a reliable, organised and enthusiastic Science Technician to join a fantastic secondary school in Wembley on a long-term, full-time basis, with the opportunity to become permanent with the school following a successful introduction and placement.

This is a Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm position, offering excellent consistency and the opportunity to become a valued member of the school's science department.

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a genuine interest in science who enjoys working in a practical environment and supporting teachers and students. You'll play an important role in ensuring science lessons run smoothly, preparing equipment and materials, maintaining laboratory resources and supporting the department with day-to-day practical requirements. Whether you're an experienced Science Technician or a science graduate looking to gain valuable experience within a school environment, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing equipment, materials and practical resources for science lessons
• Setting up and clearing away practical experiments
• Supporting teachers during practical lessons where required
• Maintaining and organising laboratory equipment and resources
• Ensuring laboratories and preparation areas are clean, safe and well organised
• Monitoring and maintaining stock levels of equipment and consumables
• Following appropriate health and safety procedures
• Supporting the wider science department with day-to-day requirements

What We're Looking For

• Organised, reliable and proactive
• Confident working with scientific equipment and practical resources
• Detail-oriented with excellent time-management skills
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Able to follow health and safety procedures carefully
• Passionate about science and supporting young people's education
• Available to work Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm

Previous experience as a Science Technician is desirable, but candidates with a strong science background and relevant practical experience are encouraged to apply.

Location & Opportunity

The school is close to a station and has on-site parking, making it easily accessible whether you drive or use public transport.

This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent, making it an excellent choice for an experienced Science Technician or a science graduate looking to develop their career within education.

If you're organised, practical and passionate about science, we'd love to hear from you.