Science Technician – Sutton | October Start

Marchant Recruitment; Sutton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Science Technician for a busy secondary school in Sutton. You will support Biology, Chemistry and Physics through practical lessons, prep resources and maintain laboratory equipment.

You’ll follow COSHH and health and safety procedures, help with stock control and assist staff with demonstrations. This is a permanent, full-time post commencing in October with regular school hours.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Science Technician or laboratory role.
• Good organisation and reliability with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of practical science across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and equipment for practical lessons.
• Set up experiments and demonstrations.
• Maintain and organise laboratory equipment and stock.
• Support teachers with practical activities.
• Carry out routine checks and report equipment issues.
• Follow COSHH and health and safety procedures.

Skills

Science Technician experience

Lab safety awareness

Organised

Attention to detail

Job description

October 2026 | Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 35–37 hours per week | Permanent

A secondary school in Sutton is looking for a Science Technician to become part of its science department from October.

You’ll be working behind the scenes to keep practical lessons running smoothly, preparing resources, looking after equipment and supporting staff across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

About the Role

The successful candidate will:

Prepare materials and equipment for practical lessons.

Set up experiments and demonstrations.

Maintain and organise laboratory equipment.

Keep track of stock and arrange supplies when needed.

Support teachers with practical activities.

Carry out routine checks and report any issues with equipment.

Keep laboratories and preparation areas safe and organised.

Follow COSHH and school health and safety procedures.

What You’ll Need

We’re looking for someone with previous Science Technician or laboratory experience who has a good understanding of practical science.

You should be organised, dependable and able to work on your own initiative. Good attention to detail is important, as is the ability to manage several tasks during a busy school day.

Experience within a secondary school science department, particularly with GCSE practical work, would be an advantage.

Working Hours

The role will generally follow school opening times, with a typical pattern of Monday to Thursday, 8:30am–4:30pm, and Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm.