Science Technician - Secondary School

Empowering Learning Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Group is seeking an experienced Science Technician to support a secondary school in the Stockton area on a part-time basis, working 3 days per week. The role focuses on preparing materials, supporting demonstrations, and maintaining a safe lab environment.

The ideal candidate has prior Science environment experience, DBS clearance, and a genuine interest in education. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to student learning in a dynamic school setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Science environment.
• Experience as a Science Technician or similar role.
• Good understanding of laboratory equipment, procedures and health & safety.
• Organised, reliable and able to work independently.
• Good communication skills and team player.
• Comfortable working within a secondary school environment.
• Genuine interest in supporting education and young people.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment, materials and resources for science lessons.
• Support teachers with 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 organized laboratory environment.
• Support the wider science department as required.

Skills

Science environment experience

Science Technician experience

Laboratory safety knowledge

Independent working

Team communication

Secondary school environment

Education support interest

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

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.

If you are an experienced Science Technician looking for a part-time opportunity in the Stockton area, we would love to hear from you.