Science Technician - Nurturing School In Leicestershire

Marchant Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Nurturing School in Leicestershire is seeking a motivated Science Technician to support the Science Department across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

You will prepare equipment, set up experiments, maintain stock, and help with risk assessments, ensuring laboratories are safe and compliant.

Training will be provided; previous experience is beneficial but not essential.

Qualifications

• Background in science (academic or practical).
• Organised, reliable and able to work independently.
• Good attention to detail and strong health & safety awareness.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team in a busy school environment.
• Previous experience as a Science Technician is desirable, but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment, materials and chemicals for practical science lessons.
• Set up and clear away experiments in line with health and safety guidelines.
• Maintain, organise and order stock and equipment.
• Support practical lessons where required.
• Ensure laboratories are safe, clean and compliant with current regulations.
• Assist with risk assessments and safe storage of chemicals.

Skills

Organised

Attention to detail

Health & safety awareness

Team player

Independent worker

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and well-organised Science Technician to join the Science Department of a successful and oversubscribed school in Leicestershire.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for science and strong practical skills to support teaching and learning across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

The Role

Working closely with teaching staff and the Senior Science Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing equipment, materials and chemicals for practical science lessons
• Setting up and clearing away experiments in accordance with health and safety guidelines
• Maintaining, organising and ordering stock and equipment
• Supporting practical lessons where required
• Ensuring laboratories are safe, clean and compliant with current regulations
• Assisting with risk assessments and safe storage of chemicals

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a background in science (academic or practical)
• Is organised, reliable and able to work independently
• Has good attention to detail and strong health & safety awareness
• Can work effectively as part of a team in a busy school environment
• Previous experience as a Science Technician is desirable, but not essential as training will be provided

To be considered for this opportunity please forward an updated CV as soon as possible.

Science Technician - Nurturing School in Leicestershire Leicester, England, United Kingdom