Science Technician | Outstanding Secondary School | Haringey

Marchant Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-resourced laboratories

Professional development

Career opportunities

Supportive Science Department

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is helping a well-established Outstanding Secondary School in Haringey to recruit a dedicated Science Technician to start in October 2026. You will support teachers in delivering safe, practical science lessons and keep laboratories, equipment and resources in top condition.

The role is full-time and permanent within a busy Science Department, offering professional development and varied daily tasks alongside teachers and students.

Qualifications

• Methodical, proactive and hands-on with an interest in science.
• Previous experience in a school science department or laboratory is beneficial.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail sought.
• Ability to manage several practical requirements across a busy school day.

Responsibilities

• Preparing practical equipment and materials for lessons
• Supporting Biology, Chemistry and Physics practicals
• Setting up experiments and demonstrations
• Preparing and safely handling chemicals and other resources
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and facilities
• Checking stock and arranging replenishment of consumables
• Keeping laboratories clean, organised and ready for teaching
• Following COSHH and wider school health and safety procedures
• Assisting teachers and students during practical activities

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Methodical approach

Hands-on

COSHH safety awareness

Education

Relevant science qualification

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

A well-established Outstanding Secondary School in Haringey is seeking a dedicated Science Technician to join its busy and supportive Science Department from October 2026.

You will be an important part of the department, helping teachers deliver practical Science lessons safely and effectively while ensuring laboratories, equipment and resources are maintained to a high standard.

What You’ll Be Doing

Preparing practical equipment and materials for lessons

Supporting Biology, Chemistry and Physics practicals

Setting up experiments and demonstrations

Preparing and safely handling chemicals and other resources

Maintaining laboratory equipment and facilities

Checking stock and arranging replenishment of consumables

Keeping laboratories clean, organised and ready for teaching

Following COSHH and wider school health and safety procedures

Assisting teachers and students during practical activities

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is methodical, proactive and hands‑on, with a genuine interest in Science. Previous experience in a school Science Department or laboratory environment would be beneficial.

You will need excellent organisational skills, good attention to detail and the ability to manage several practical requirements across a busy school day. A relevant Science qualification or laboratory experience would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

October 2026 start

Full‑time, permanent contract

Outstanding Ofsted‑rated school

Supportive Science Department

Well‑resourced practical facilities

Professional development and career opportunities

Varied and rewarding role working alongside teachers and students

Science Technician | Outstanding Secondary School | Haringey London, England, United Kingdom