Science Technician – Join A Thriving Secondary School In Northumberland!

Marchant Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a thriving secondary school in Northumberland to find a motivated Science Technician to support the science department and deliver practical lessons.

You'll prepare equipment, maintain safety standards, manage stock, and assist teachers, enabling pupils to develop curiosity and confidence in science.

The role offers a busy, collaborative environment with opportunities to contribute behind the scenes and advance in education.

Qualifications

• A relevant science degree or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures is essential.
• Experience in a school or educational setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and setting up equipment, materials, and experiments for practical science lessons across the secondary curriculum.
• Working closely with science teachers to ensure lessons run smoothly and pupils have the resources they need to succeed.
• Maintaining, organising, and safely storing laboratory equipment and scientific materials.
• Promoting high standards of laboratory safety and ensuring health and safety procedures are followed.
• Monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies, and ensuring the department remains well equipped.
• Carrying out basic equipment maintenance and arranging repairs where necessary.
• Safely handling and disposing of chemicals and hazardous laboratory waste in line with relevant procedures.

Skills

Science background

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Health and safety awareness

Team player

Education

Relevant science degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Are you passionate about science and eager to play a hands-on role in bringing practical learning to life? Our client, a thriving secondary school in Northumberland, is looking for a motivated, organised, and enthusiastic Science Technician to join its busy science department.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a large, vibrant school community, supporting teachers in delivering engaging practical lessons and helping pupils develop their curiosity and love of science. If you have a scientific background, a keen eye for detail, and a strong commitment to health and safety, this could be the perfect next step in your career!

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing and setting up equipment, materials, and experiments for practical science lessons across the secondary curriculum.

• Working closely with science teachers to ensure lessons run smoothly and pupils have the resources they need to succeed.

• Maintaining, organising, and safely storing laboratory equipment and scientific materials.

• Promoting high standards of laboratory safety and ensuring health and safety procedures are followed.

• Monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies, and ensuring the department remains well equipped.

• Carrying out basic equipment maintenance and arranging repairs where necessary.

• Safely handling and disposing of chemicals and hazardous laboratory waste in line with relevant procedures.

What We're Looking For

Our ideal candidate will be proactive, dependable, and enthusiastic about supporting science education. You should have:

• The right to work in the UK.

• A current Enhanced DBS certificate, or be willing to obtain one as required.

• A relevant science degree or equivalent scientific qualification.

• A good understanding of laboratory health and safety procedures.

• Previous laboratory experience, ideally within a UK secondary school or educational setting.

• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities.

• A positive, collaborative approach and a genuine interest in helping pupils learn.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Join a well-established secondary school with a strong presence in the local community and a commitment to high standards and pupil achievement.

You’ll be supporting a busy science department where practical learning plays an important role in the curriculum. With an established school team, a focus on positive working relationships, and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution behind the scenes, this is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to put their scientific knowledge to good use in education.

Whether you’re an experienced Science Technician looking for your next opportunity or a scientifically qualified candidate ready to build your career in a school environment, we’d love to hear from you!