Science Technician

Pertemps; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an enthusiastic Science Technician for a secondary school in Wolverhampton. This role involves supporting practical science lessons by preparing materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring successful experiments. Ideal candidates should hold a science degree and have hands-on laboratory experience. A passion for science and strong organizational skills are essential for inspiring students. Immediate start available.

Benefits

Personalized career support

Opportunity for additional training and development

Supportive working atmosphere

Qualifications

• Confidence in handling lab equipment and preparing experiments.
• Willingness to adapt to an educational setting.
• Experience in a laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Support practical science lessons and prepare materials.
• Maintain equipment and ensure experiments run smoothly.
• Inspire students’ curiosity in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.

Skills

Hands-on laboratory skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work in a team

Passion for science

Education

Science degree

Job description

Overview

Science Technician

Key Details

• Pay: £100 – £125 per day
• Contract: Full-time, term-time only
• Location: Secondary school setting
• Start: Immediate / ASAP

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic Science Technician to join a thriving secondary school’s science department. You’ll play a vital role in supporting practical science lessons, preparing materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring experiments run smoothly. This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same, and you’ll be central to inspiring students’ curiosity in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a Science graduate with previous experience in a laboratory environment. You’ll be confident handling equipment, preparing practicals, and supporting both staff and students in their scientific learning. A genuine passion for science is essential, along with strong organisational skills and the ability to work as part of a busy team. Experience in a school is beneficial but not essential – a willingness to adapt to an educational setting is key.

The School

This welcoming and inclusive school places a strong emphasis on science and innovation. With modern laboratories and a supportive teaching staff, it’s a fantastic environment for someone looking to apply their scientific knowledge in a rewarding educational setting. The school is dedicated to nurturing both students and staff, providing opportunities for professional growth and development.

Due to the number of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.

The Education Network Offer

The Education Network Offer: Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in a friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavour to find assignments suited to your needs. An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.