Science Technician - Secondary School In Amber Valley, Derbyshire

Marchant Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The Amber Valley School in Amber Valley, Derbyshire, England, seeks a motivated Science Technician to support teaching across Biology, Chemistry and Physics. You will work with the Science Department to prepare equipment, materials and chemicals for practical lessons.

You will set up and clear away experiments in line with health and safety guidelines, maintain stock, and assist with risk assessments and safe storage of chemicals. Training is provided.

Qualifications

• Background in science (academic or practical).
• Organised, reliable and able to work independently.
• Good attention to detail and strong health & safety awareness.
• Able to work effectively as part of a busy school team.
• Training will be provided; experience desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment, materials and chemicals for practical science lessons.
• Set up and clear away experiments following health and safety guidelines.
• Maintain, organise and order stock and equipment.
• Support practical lessons where required.
• Ensure laboratories are safe, clean and compliant with current regulations.
• Assist with risk assessments and safe storage of chemicals.

Skills

Science knowledge

Organised

Health & safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and well-organised Science Technician to join the Science Department of a successful and oversubscribed secondary school in Amber Valley.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for science and strong practical skills to support teaching and learning across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

The Role

Working closely with teaching staff and the Senior Science Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing equipment, materials and chemicals for practical science lessons
• Setting up and clearing away experiments in accordance with health and safety guidelines
• Maintaining, organising and ordering stock and equipment
• Supporting practical lessons where required
• Ensuring laboratories are safe, clean and compliant with current regulations
• Assisting with risk assessments and safe storage of chemicals

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a background in science (academic or practical)
• Is organised, reliable and able to work independently
• Has good attention to detail and strong health & safety awareness
• Can work effectively as part of a team in a busy school environment
• Previous experience as a Science Technician is desirable, but not essential as training will be provided

Science Technician - Secondary School in Amber Valley, Derbyshire Derby, England, United Kingdom