Science Technician: Hands-on Lab Support for Students

Marchant Recruitment; Sheffield; Sur place; GBP 18 000 - 24 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a Science Technician for a large secondary school in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. You will help prepare practical experiments, support teachers, and keep laboratories safe and stocked, enabling engaging science lessons for pupils.

The role suits someone who enjoys hands-on work, pays close attention to detail, and can work effectively with school staff. DBS clearance or willingness to obtain it is required.

Qualifications

• A relevant science degree or equivalent scientific qualification.
• Previous laboratory experience, preferably within a school or similar environment.
• A good understanding of health and safety in practical laboratory settings.
• Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail.
• A reliable, flexible, and proactive approach to your work.
• The confidence to work with teaching staff and support a busy secondary school department.
• The right to work in the UK.
• An Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain the required clearance.

Responsabilités

• Getting laboratories lesson-ready by preparing equipment, chemicals, and materials for practical experiments.
• Supporting science teachers with demonstrations, investigations, and hands-on classroom activities.
• Keeping laboratory equipment organised, maintained, and safely stored.
• Helping ensure laboratories meet health and safety standards and remain safe learning environments.
• Keeping track of supplies, checking stock, and ordering materials when needed.
• Carrying out routine checks and reporting equipment that needs repairing or replacing.
• Handling and disposing of chemicals and hazardous materials in line with appropriate safety procedures.
• Helping the science department run smoothly so teachers and pupils can get the most out of every lesson.

Connaissances

Laboratory experience

Health and safety knowledge

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Reliable and proactive

Teamwork with teaching staff

Right to work in the UK

Formation

Science degree or equivalent qualification

Enhanced DBS certificate

Description du poste

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a Science Technician for a large secondary school in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. You will help prepare practical experiments, support teachers, and keep laboratories safe and stocked, enabling engaging science lessons for pupils.

The role suits someone who enjoys hands-on work, pays close attention to detail, and can work effectively with school staff. DBS clearance or willingness to obtain it is required.