Science Technician – Outstanding Grammar School in Bath

Marchant Recruitment; Bath; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grammar school in Bath is seeking a meticulous Science Technician to support practical learning in a high-achieving Science Department. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £24,000–£28,000 per annum, depending on experience. Responsibilities include preparing materials for experiments, maintaining lab equipment, and ensuring safety standards in a furnished laboratory environment. The school is renowned for its academic rigor and supportive department culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on local government pay scale

Professional training in laboratory safety and advanced techniques

Supportive and friendly department environment

Free parking

On-site lunch

Pension scheme

Responsibilities

• Ensure practical lessons run smoothly and maintain lab equipment.
• Support teachers in delivering inspiring experiments.
• Manage chemical stores and monitor stock while upholding safety standards.

Skills

Previous experience as a Science Technician or in a laboratory setting

Good knowledge of laboratory equipment, chemicals, and safety regulations

Ability to prepare materials and experiments across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

Strong understanding of COSHH and Health & Safety procedures

Excellent organisational, time‑management, and teamwork skills

Education

Science qualification (A Level or higher)

Job description

Science Technician Required (January 2026)

Excellent opportunity for a well‑organised and enthusiastic Science Technician to support high‑quality practical learning in a leading science faculty.

Outstanding Grammar School in Bath

We are seeking a meticulous and motivated Science Technician to join an Outstanding grammar school in Bath. This is a full‑time, permanent position, offering the chance to work in a high‑achieving Science Department renowned for its innovative teaching, practical learning, and outstanding academic outcomes.

Experience and Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Science Technician or in a laboratory setting
• Good knowledge of laboratory equipment, chemicals, and safety regulations
• Ability to prepare materials and experiments across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
• Strong understanding of COSHH and Health & Safety procedures
• Excellent organisational, time‑management, and teamwork skills
• Science qualification (A Level or higher) desirable

School Information

This Outstanding Bath grammar school is known for its academic rigour, enrichment opportunities, and exceptional facilities. The Science Department features newly refurbished laboratories, digital data collection tools, and dedicated prep rooms.

The Science Technician will play a vital role in ensuring practical lessons run smoothly, maintaining lab equipment, and supporting teachers in delivering inspiring experiments. The role also involves managing chemical stores, monitoring stock, and ensuring all safety standards are upheld.

Ofsted commended the school for its “exceptional teaching, outstanding resources, and culture of scientific curiosity.”

Staff Benefits and Development

• Competitive salary based on local government pay scale
• Professional training in laboratory safety and advanced techniques
• Supportive and friendly department environment
• Free parking, on‑site lunch, and pension scheme

Salary

£24,000–£28,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Application

To be considered for this opportunity working as a Science Technician in Bath, please forward an updated CV as soon as possible.