Science Technician – Oxford (Asap)

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

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is helping a high-achieving state secondary academy in Oxford recruit a Science Technician to support Biology, Chemistry and Physics practicals. The role is full-time, term-time-only, starting September, with responsibility for safe handling of chemicals, lab prep and equipment.

You will manage the prep room, prepare solutions, calibrate equipment, maintain inventories, and work under the Head of Department to ensure CLEAPSS and COSHH compliance.

Qualifications

• A degree or strong background in a core scientific field (Chemistry, Physics, or Biology)
• Previous experience working in a laboratory, scientific, or educational prep-room setting
• Complete familiarity with health and safety regulations in a school setting (CLEAPSS and COSHH)
• Excellent organizational capabilities, strong attention to detail, and a proactive approach to team support

Responsibilities

• Preparing chemical solutions, organizing physics apparatus, and laying out biology resources in line with lesson requirements
• Managing the science prep room, cleaning and calibrating laboratory equipment
• Maintaining rigorous chemical inventories and supporting safety compliance with CLEAPSS and COSHH
• Assisting the Head of Department in ensuring a safe, efficient practical learning environment

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Health & safety awareness

Lab prep / equipment handling

Education

Degree in Chemistry / Physics / Biology

Job description

Are you an organized, detail-oriented practical specialist ready to manage laboratory prep, equipment safety, and chemical logistics within a high-achieving state secondary school? This could be an exceptional opportunity to join a heavily resourced and supportive STEM department.

High-achieving, oversubscribed state secondary academy in Oxford

Science Technician supporting Biology, Chemistry, and Physics practicals

Full-time role (Term-Time Only) | September start

Our client is seeking an analytical and highly methodical Science Technician to join their expanding science department from September. This is a full-time, term-time-only position, ideal for a practical specialist, lab assistant, or science graduate looking to support high-quality practical lessons in a stable educational environment.

The successful candidate will take operational responsibility for preparing chemical solutions, organizing physics apparatus, and laying out biology resources in strict accordance with teacher lesson requirements. You will manage the science prep room, clean and calibrate delicate laboratory equipment, maintain rigorous chemical inventories, and assist the Head of Department in ensuring absolute compliance with CLEAPSS safety regulations and COSHH guidelines.

The Science department benefits from state-of-the-art laboratory spaces, modern prep rooms, a highly collaborative team of subject specialists, and dedicated administrative support.

School Information

This highly successful 11 to 18 state academy in Oxford is widely recognized for its academic rigor, outstanding student behavior, and dedication to STEM innovation. The school operates with a welcoming, highly professional culture and offers a supportive management structure. Staff benefit from outstanding facilities, manageable marking loads across the faculty, and fully funded pathways for specialized health and safety certifications.

Experience and Qualifications

• A degree or strong background in a core scientific field (Chemistry, Physics, or Biology)
• Previous experience working in a laboratory, scientific, or educational prep-room setting
• Complete familiarity with health and safety regulations in a school setting (CLEAPSS and COSHH)
• Excellent organizational capabilities, strong attention to detail, and a proactive approach to team support