Science Technician | Secondary School In Liverpool

Marchant Recruitment; Liverpool; Vor Ort; GBP 23.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

LGPS (pension)

Staff health & wellbeing schemes

Professional development & CLEAPSS培训

Zusammenfassung

Marchant Recruitment is recruiting a Laboratory & Science Technician for an Outstanding Liverpool secondary school. You will support daily practicals, ensure safety, and maintain lab readiness across a high-performing Science faculty.

The role requires a strong science background and practical lab experience, with duties including equipment prep, safety compliance, stock control, and in-class support for A-Level work.

Qualifikationen

• Strong science background (A-Levels, HND, or university degree in chemistry, biology, physics or related discipline).
• Proven practical laboratory experience in a secondary school, college or university lab setting is desirable.
• Working knowledge of CLEAPSS guidance, COSHH standards and safe chemical management.

Aufgaben

• Prepare, test, and assemble experimental equipment, chemical solutions, biological specimens and physics apparatus for daily classroom practicals and assessments.
• Uphold health and safety standards in line with CLEAPSS and COSHH, performing routine risk checks and managing safe hazardous waste disposal.
• Maintain clean, organized laboratory spaces and preparation rooms; monitor stock levels and assist with equipment orders.
• Clean, calibrate, inspect, and service scientific instruments and glassware; arrange specialist maintenance when required.
• Provide hands-on in-class technical support to teachers and Sixth Form students during practical demonstrations and projects.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Ausbildung

A-Level/HND/University degree in science

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Laboratory & Science Technician

Location: Liverpool

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

School Type: Secondary School & Sixth Form (Co-educational)

Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only + 1 Week (37 hours per week)

An Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' secondary school and Sixth Form in Liverpool is seeking an organized, safety-focused, and practical Science Technician to join their high-performing Science & Experimental Studies faculty. This is a fantastic opportunity for a lab specialist, whether an experienced school science technician, an industry laboratory technician, or an enthusiastic science graduate, to provide essential technical backing and enable inspiring, hands-on scientific learning across Merseyside.

About the Role

• Start Date: Immediate or upcoming term
• Environment: A flagship Northwest secondary school celebrated for high academic progress, strong Sixth Form STEM uptake, and modern, well-equipped laboratory suites
• Culture: A collaborative, safety-conscious, and supportive team where technical precision, resourcefulness, and practical science education are highly valued

Key Responsibilities

• Laboratory & Practical Prep: Prepare, test, and assemble experimental equipment, chemical solutions, biological specimens, and physics apparatus for daily classroom practicals and examination assessments.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Uphold strict health and safety standards in line with CLEAPSS guidelines and COSHH regulations, performing routine risk checks and managing safe hazardous waste disposal.
• Prep Room & Inventory Management: Maintain clean, organized laboratory spaces and preparation rooms; monitor stock levels of consumables and chemicals; and assist with placing equipment orders.
• Equipment Maintenance & Servicing: Clean, calibrate, inspect, and service scientific instruments and glassware, identifying faults and arranging specialist maintenance when required.
• In-Class Technical Support: Provide hands-on assistance to teachers during complex practical demonstrations and assist Sixth Form students with A-Level practical endorsements and independent research projects.

Requirements

• A strong educational background in Science (A-Level, Higher National Diploma, or University Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, or a related discipline).
• Proven practical experience in a laboratory environment (prior technical experience within a secondary school, college, or university lab setting is highly desirable).
• Working knowledge of laboratory health and safety procedures, CLEAPSS guidance, COSHH standards, and safe chemical management.
• Excellent organizational skills, manual dexterity, and high attention to detail when handling equipment and preparing chemical solutions.
• Strong team-working abilities, adaptability, and a proactive, encouraging manner when supporting students in practical environments.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Liverpool Support Staff Scale (commensurate with technical experience, pro-rata for term-time plus 1 week).
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), generous holiday pro-rata allowance, funded CLEAPSS training and professional development, and access to staff health and wellbeing schemes.