Science Technician

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

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is assisting a Wirral secondary school in finding a Science Technician to join the dedicated Science Department. This role suits someone with a scientific or laboratory background who enjoys practical work and helping students learn.

The role involves preparing equipment for lessons, assisting with demonstrations, setting up and clearing activities, and maintaining kit and safety standards to support daily school science activities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a laboratory, science or school environment.
• Good knowledge of laboratory equipment and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and high organisation.
• A proactive and reliable approach to tasks.
• Comfortable working with staff and students and following health & safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Preparing equipment and materials for practical science lessons.
• Supporting teachers with practical demonstrations and experiments.
• Setting up and clearing away practical activities.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and resources.
• Ensuring laboratories are clean, safe and well organised.
• Managing stock levels and ordering equipment and materials.
• Following appropriate health and safety procedures.
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the Science Department.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Job description

Job Title: Science TechnicianLocation: WirralContract Type: Full-Time / Long-TermStart Date: ASAP

Tradewind Recruitment are currently working with a secondary school in Wirral who are looking for a Science Technician to join their dedicated Science Department.This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a scientific or laboratory background who enjoys working in a practical environment and supporting students with their learning.

The Role:

• Preparing equipment and materials for practical science lessons
• Supporting teachers with practical demonstrations and experiments
• Setting up and clearing away practical activities
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and resources
• Ensuring laboratories are clean, safe and well organised
• Managing stock levels and ordering equipment and materials
• Following appropriate health and safety procedures
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the Science Department

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience in a laboratory, science or school environment
• Good knowledge of laboratory equipment and procedures
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organisational skills
• A proactive and reliable approach
• Comfortable working alongside both staff and students
• Knowledge of health and safety within a laboratory environment