Science Technician - Secondary School

Empowering Learning Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Group is seeking a dedicated Science Technician to support a secondary school in the Stockton area on a part-time basis. The role involves helping staff and students with science lessons and maintaining a safe laboratory environment.

The ideal candidate will have previous science-based experience, a good understanding of lab equipment and health & safety, and the ability to work independently within a busy school setting.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a science environment is essential.
• Experience as a Science Technician or similar role.
• Good understanding of laboratory equipment and health & safety procedures.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment, materials and resources for science lessons.
• Support teachers with practical demonstrations and experiments.
• Maintain and organise laboratory equipment and resources.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Prepare and clear away practical equipment and materials.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised laboratory environment.
• Support the wider science department as required.

Skills

Science experience

Teamwork

Health & safety familiarity

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Science Technician - Secondary School

Location: Stockton area
Position: Science Technician
Hours: 3 days per week
Start: ASAP / To be confirmed
Employer: Empowering Learning Group

Empowering Learning Group are currently seeking an experienced Science Technician to support a secondary school in the Stockton area on a part-time basis, working 3 days per week.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Science Technician who enjoys working in an educational environment and is confident supporting teaching staff and students within a secondary school science department.

The Role

As a Science Technician, you will be responsible for supporting the smooth and safe running of the science department. Duties may include:

• Preparing equipment, materials and practical resources for science lessons
• Supporting teachers with practical demonstrations and experiments
• Maintaining and organising laboratory equipment and resources
• Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times
• Preparing and clearing away practical equipment and materials
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised laboratory environment
• Supporting the wider science department as required

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working within a Science environment
• Has experience as a Science Technician or in a similar relevant role
• Has a good understanding of laboratory equipment, procedures and health & safety
• Is organised, reliable and able to work independently
• Has good communication skills and works well as part of a team
• Is comfortable working within a secondary school environment
• Has a genuine interest in supporting education and young people

Essential Requirements

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to purchase an Enhanced DBS
• Able to provide professional references covering the last 2 years
• Previous Science experience is essential
• Right to work in the UK

Why Work with Empowering Learning Group?

At Empowering Learning Group, we work closely with schools to provide high-quality staff who make a positive difference to students and school communities.