Science Technician – Large Secondary Academy – Birmingham

Marchant Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in Birmingham seeks a full-time Science Technician to support their thriving Science department. The role involves preparing materials for practical lessons, ensuring safe handling of chemicals, and maintaining laboratory environments. Ideal candidates should be organised and safety-conscious, with a genuine interest in science education. This position offers a stimulating environment within a large mixed academy serving over 1500 students.

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare and set up equipment for practical lessons.
• Knowledge of safe handling and disposal of chemicals.
• Experience in maintaining laboratory environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up equipment and materials for practical lessons.
• Ensure safe storage, handling, and disposal of chemicals.
• Maintain labs including equipment checks and tidiness.
• Support teachers during practical lessons.
• Assist with displays, events, and STEM enrichment.

Skills

Organisational skills

Safety consciousness

Practical skills

Interest in science

Job description

Overview

Start Date: As soon as possible / January 2026

Contract: Full-time Term-time only

Salary: Dependent on experience

A large mixed academy in North Birmingham is seeking a Science Technician to support their thriving Science department.

School Description

The academy serves over 1500 students and offers a broad curriculum with strong uptake in the sciences. The school is well-resourced with modern labs, good transport links, and a supportive leadership team.

Science Department Insight

The department includes specialist Biology, Chemistry and Physics teams with multiple well-equipped laboratories. Practical work is central to the curriculum and technicians play a crucial role in ensuring smooth, safe delivery of lessons.

The Role

• Preparing and setting up equipment and materials for practical lessons
• Ensuring safe storage / handling / disposal of chemicals (COSHH & CLEAPSS)
• Maintaining labs including equipment checks, tidiness and stock rotation
• Supporting teachers during practical lessons
• Assisting with displays, events and STEM enrichment

Ideal Candidate

Organised, safety-conscious and practically minded with a genuine interest in supporting science learning.

How to Apply

If interested please send your CV as soon as possible.