Science Technician

Teaching Personnel; Wirral; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency in the Wirral is seeking a full-time Science Technician to support practical science lessons in a secondary school. The ideal candidate has relevant lab experience, strong organisational skills, and a science-related qualification. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Access to free training

Support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a science technician or relevant lab-based experience.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up equipment for practical science lessons.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Assist in the safe disposal of hazardous materials.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Health and safety knowledge

Education

Science-related qualification (GCSE/A-Level or higher)

Job description

Full-Time Science Technician – Secondary School – Wirral

Start Date:September
Location: Wirral
Contract: Full-Time (35 hrs a week)
Agency: Teaching Personnel
School Type: Partnership Secondary School

Are you a passionate and organised individual with a flair for science? A partnership secondary school in the Wirral is seeking a full-time Science Technician to join their dedicated science department from September.

About the Role:
As a Science Technician, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of practical science lessons across KS3 and KS4. You’ll work closely with teaching staff to ensure all equipment and resources are prepared, maintained, and safely stored, helping to create an engaging and safe learning environment for students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and set up equipment for practical science lessons (biology, chemistry, and physics).
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Assist in the safe disposal of hazardous materials and waste.
• Support teaching staff during lessons when required.
• Keep an up-to-date inventory of science materials and order supplies as needed.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working as a science technician (preferred) or relevant lab-based experience.
• A science-related qualification (minimum GCSE level, A-Level or higher desirable).
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• A good understanding of health and safety in a laboratory/school setting.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one through Teaching Personnel).

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay, paid directly through PAYE.
• Access to free training and professional development courses.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to secure long-term or permanent roles in schools.

If you’re enthusiastic about science and want to contribute to students' learning in a supportive and dynamic school environment, we would love to hear from you!

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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