Science Technician – Surrey

Marchant Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A school in Guildford is seeking a Science Technician to support its science department by preparing practical resources, maintaining laboratory equipment and helping ensure that lessons can be delivered safely and efficiently.

The successful candidate will be organised, dependable and comfortable working with laboratory materials and equipment in accordance with established procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous laboratory, science or technical experience is desirable.
• Good practical and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Awareness of laboratory safety procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and work accurately.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines.
• Reliable, methodical and proactive approach.
• Willingness to complete all required safeguarding and background checks.
• The right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Prepare apparatus and materials for practical science lessons.
• Set up equipment for experiments and demonstrations.
• Maintain, clean and store laboratory resources.
• Monitor stock levels and identify replenishment needs.
• Follow procedures for the safe storage and handling of chemicals.
• Keep laboratory areas tidy and appropriately organised.
• Comply with COSHH guidance, risk assessments and health and safety procedures.
• Report faulty equipment and potential safety concerns.
• Assist teaching staff with practical lesson preparation.
• Maintain appropriate stock and equipment records.

Skills

Lab experience

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Task management

Reliability

Safeguarding checks

UK work rights

Job description

Are you a practical and detail-focused individual looking for a role in education? A school in Guildford is seeking a Science Technician to support its science department by preparing practical resources, maintaining laboratory equipment and helping ensure that lessons can be delivered safely and efficiently.

The successful candidate will be organised, dependable and comfortable working with laboratory materials and equipment in accordance with established procedures.

Position Highlights

• Science department support role
• Practical lesson and experiment preparation
• Equipment maintenance and stock control
• Safe laboratory organisation
• Opportunity to support students' learning

Role Overview

As a Science Technician, you will work with teachers to prepare resources for experiments and demonstrations. You will help maintain equipment, organise laboratory supplies and ensure preparation areas remain clean, safe and ready for teaching.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare apparatus and materials for practical science lessons.
• Set up equipment for experiments and demonstrations.
• Maintain, clean and store laboratory resources.
• Monitor stock levels and identify replenishment needs.
• Follow procedures for the safe storage and handling of chemicals.
• Keep laboratory areas tidy and appropriately organised.
• Comply with COSHH guidance, risk assessments and health and safety procedures.
• Report faulty equipment and potential safety concerns.
• Assist teaching staff with practical lesson preparation.
• Maintain appropriate stock and equipment records.

About the School

The school aims to provide students with engaging educational experiences and opportunities to develop scientific knowledge through practical learning. The Science Technician will contribute by ensuring laboratories are well maintained and lessons are properly resourced.

Experience and Skills

• Previous laboratory, science or technical experience is desirable.
• Good practical and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Awareness of laboratory safety procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and work accurately.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines.
• Reliable, methodical and proactive approach.
• Willingness to complete all required safeguarding and background checks.
• The right to work in the UK.