Science Technician - Lab Support for Aspiring Teachers

Philosophy Education, Ltd.; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Philosophy Education, Ltd. is seeking a Science Technician to support teaching staff at a Barnet secondary school. You will help set up practical science lessons across KS3, KS4 and KS5, prepare equipment, and maintain clean, safe lab spaces under the direction of the Senior Science Technician.

The role emphasizes health and safety awareness in a busy school lab, with responsibilities including occasional in-lesson assistance and thorough lab tidying to support learning.

Qualifications

• Science background and a good understanding of health and safety practices in a science lab.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to prepare and tidy lab spaces efficiently.
• DBS on the update Service is required or able to obtain before starting.

Responsibilities

• Set up practical science lessons across KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Prepare equipment and assist teaching staff in lesson delivery.
• Maintain health and safety standards within the science lab and assist with lab tidying.
• Support in occasional in-lesson demonstrations as needed.

Skills

Science background

Attention to detail

Health and safety

Education

Enhanced DBS (update Service)

Tools

Lab equipment preparation

Job description

Philosophy Education, Ltd. is seeking a Science Technician to support teaching staff at a Barnet secondary school. You will help set up practical science lessons across KS3, KS4 and KS5, prepare equipment, and maintain clean, safe lab spaces under the direction of the Senior Science Technician.

The role emphasizes health and safety awareness in a busy school lab, with responsibilities including occasional in-lesson assistance and thorough lab tidying to support learning.