Science Technician - School Lab Support (Redbridge)

Vision for Education Ltd; London Borough of Redbridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Teachers are supporting a highly regarded secondary academy within a successful multi-academy trust to recruit a Science Technician to join their dedicated Science department. This role involves preparing practical science lessons, maintaining equipment and resources, and ensuring safety in laboratories.

The ideal candidate could be a recent science graduate, an experienced technician, or someone seeking school-based experience before pursuing teaching.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification or equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline.
• GCSE Grade C/Level 4 or above in English, Maths and Science.
• Experience providing technical or resource support.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work flexibly and use initiative.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with staff and students.
• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety requirements within a laboratory environment.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, maintaining and organising equipment, materials and resources for practical Science lessons.
• Supporting the smooth running of Science laboratories and ensuring resources are available when required.
• Maintaining a safe, organised and productive working environment.
• Carrying out routine health and safety checks, risk assessments and equipment inspections.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant health and safety guidance, including COSHH and CLEAPSS procedures.
• Managing stock levels and ordering supplies when required.
• Supporting staff and students with the safe use of specialist equipment.
• Maintaining accurate records relating to resources, equipment and safety procedures.
• Assisting with the development of practical activities to enhance students' learning experience.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Level 3 qualification

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

GCSE Science

Tools

COSHH knowledge

CLEAPSS procedures

Job description

Smart Teachers are supporting a highly regarded secondary academy within a successful multi-academy trust to recruit a Science Technician to join their dedicated Science department. This role involves preparing practical science lessons, maintaining equipment and resources, and ensuring safety in laboratories.

The ideal candidate could be a recent science graduate, an experienced technician, or someone seeking school-based experience before pursuing teaching.