Science Technician/ ks3 teaching

Tradewind Recruitment; Desborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm for educational roles is seeking a full-time Science Technician for a secondary school in the Kettering area. The role involves preparing lab equipment, ensuring safety protocols, and supporting teachers with practical lessons. The ideal candidate will have a science background and a passion for inspiring students. Competitive daily rates offered with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Ongoing professional development

Access to exclusive roles

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary-aged students is desirable.
• Ability to manage laboratory equipment safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain laboratory equipment and materials for science lessons.
• Support teaching staff with practical experiments and demonstrations.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in the lab.
• Assist with classroom supervision, small group work, and occasional lesson cover.
• Help maintain an organised and well-resourced science environment.

Skills

Science background

Confidence with secondary-aged students

Organizational skills

Safety-consciousness

Education

Science-related qualification or relevant lab experience

Job description

Overview

Science Technician with Teaching Support - Kettering Area - Full-Time

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Salary: 90 - 130 per day (depending on experience and responsibilities)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term (with potential for permanent placement)
Start Date: ASAP or January 2026

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a forward-thinking secondary school in the Kettering area to recruit a versatile Science Technician who is also confident supporting in the classroom. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong science background who enjoys both the practical and educational aspects of the subject.

Role

You will work closely with the science department to prepare and manage equipment for experiments, ensure health and safety protocols are followed, and support students in practical lessons. In addition, you will have the opportunity to assist with teaching small groups or covering lessons where required - making this an ideal role for someone considering a future in teaching or already with experience in education.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain laboratory equipment and materials for science lessons
• Support teaching staff with practical experiments and demonstrations
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in the lab
• Assist with classroom supervision, small group work, and occasional lesson cover
• Help maintain an organised and well-resourced science environment

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Have a science-related qualification or relevant lab experience
• Be confident working with secondary-aged students
• Have some experience in an educational setting (desirable but not essential)
• Be organised, proactive, and safety-conscious
• Have a passion for science and a desire to inspire young learners

Why Join This School?

• A supportive and friendly science department
• Opportunities for training and development
• A well-resourced science faculty with modern facilities
• A pathway into teacher training or further education roles

Why Work with Tradewind?

• Competitive daily rates and access to exclusive roles
• Ongoing professional development and support
• Dedicated consultants who understand your career goals

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the adverts should we receive a sufficient level of interest.