Science Technician – Haringey | October Start

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

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a Science Technician for a busy secondary school in Haringey to support the science department from October.

You will prepare practical equipment, set up experiments, and ensure staff have the materials they need, while handling stock and COSHH compliance.

The role follows school hours, typically Monday to Thursday 8:30-16:30 and Friday 8:00-16:00, with a temporary contract for 1–2 terms.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Science Technician or in a laboratory environment.
• A good understanding of practical science and laboratory equipment.
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling and COSHH.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and manage a busy workload.

Responsibilities

• Prepare practical equipment, chemicals and materials.
• Set up experiments and demonstrations before lessons.
• Clear away and clean equipment after practical sessions.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and monitor stock.
• Assist with ordering and organising science resources.
• Support teachers during practical lessons where needed.
• Work in line with COSHH and school health and safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Independent working

Safety consciousness

Job description

October 2026 | Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 35–37 hours per week | Temporary – 1–2 Terms

A busy secondary school in Haringey is seeking a Science Technician to support its science department from October.

You’ll play an important role behind the scenes, making sure practical lessons are properly prepared and that staff have the equipment and materials they need.

Your Responsibilities

Prepare practical equipment, chemicals and materials.

Set up experiments and demonstrations before lessons.

Clear away and clean equipment after practical sessions.

Maintain laboratory equipment and monitor stock.

Assist with ordering and organising science resources.

Support teachers during practical lessons where needed.

Work in line with COSHH and school health and safety procedures.

What We Need

Previous experience as a Science Technician or in a laboratory environment.

A good understanding of practical science and laboratory equipment.

Knowledge of safe chemical handling and COSHH.

Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

Able to work independently and manage a busy workload.

Reliable and comfortable working as part of a school department.

Experience working in a secondary school science department would be an advantage.

Working Hours

The role will generally follow school opening times, with a typical pattern of Monday to Thursday, 8:30am–4:30pm, and Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm.