Science Technician - Excellent Secondary School In Chelmsford

Marchant Recruitment; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is partnering with a successful secondary school in Essex to appoint a motivated Science Technician in their Science Department. The role focuses on supporting Biology, Chemistry and Physics with practical equipment and safe lab practice.

You will prepare materials, set up experiments, manage stock, and assist with risk assessments while upholding high health and safety standards. A collaborative team environment and training are provided.

Qualifications

• Background in science, academic or practical, is required.
• Highly organised with attention to detail and reliable.
• Strong health and safety awareness is essential.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a busy school environment.
• Previous Science Technician experience is desirable but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment, materials and chemicals for practical science lessons.
• Set up and clear away experiments following health and safety guidelines.
• Maintain, organise and order stock and equipment.
• Support practical lessons as required by teaching staff.
• Ensure laboratories are clean, safe and compliant with regulations.
• Assist with risk assessments and safe storage of chemicals.

Skills

Organised

Reliability

Attention to detail

Health & safety awareness

Independent working

Team collaboration

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and well-organised Science Technician to join the Science Department of a successful secondary school in Essex.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for science and strong practical skills to support teaching and learning across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

The Role

Working closely with teaching staff and the Senior Science Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing equipment, materials and chemicals for practical science lessons
• Setting up and clearing away experiments in accordance with health and safety guidelines
• Maintaining, organising and ordering stock and equipment
• Supporting practical lessons where required
• Ensuring laboratories are safe, clean and compliant with current regulations
• Assisting with risk assessments and safe storage of chemicals

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a background in science (academic or practical)
• Is organised, reliable and able to work independently
• Has good attention to detail and strong health & safety awareness
• Can work effectively as part of a team in a busy school environment
• Previous experience as a Science Technician is desirable, but not essential as training will be provided