Science Technician – Thriving Secondary Academy In Oxfordshire

Marchant Recruitment; Southmoor; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site staff parking

Good transport links

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a proactive Science Technician to join a thriving secondary academy in Oxfordshire. You will support Biology, Chemistry and Physics teaching, preparing practical equipment, managing chemical stocks, and ensuring safe, well-organised labs.

The role is full-time and permanent with an immediate or upcoming start, offering training and development within a supportive department and good transport links to the Oxfordshire area.

Qualifications

• Strong educational background in science.
• Excellent organisational skills and reliability.
• Ability to work independently in a busy environment.
• Strong attention to detail and awareness of health, safety and chemical handling protocols.

Responsibilities

• Preparing apparatus, solutions, and chemicals for practical science lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
• Setting up, testing, and clearing away experiments with health and safety in mind.
• Maintaining, organising, and securely storing laboratory equipment, glassware, and hazardous materials.
• Assisting teachers during practical classes and supporting students with hands-on investigations.
• Ensuring laboratories and prep rooms are safe, clean, compliant and well stocked.
• Assisting with risk assessments, COSHH data sheets, and safety equipment audits.

Skills

Organisational skills

Reliability

Independent working

Team collaboration

Education

Science background or qualification

Tools

Lab safety protocols

COSHH

Job description

A thriving and well-resourced secondary school in Oxfordshire is seeking an enthusiastic, organised, and practical Science Technician to join its dedicated Science Department for an immediate start.

Job Overview Working under the direction of the Senior Science Technician and Head of Science, the Science Technician will take day-to-day responsibility for preparing practical equipment, managing chemical stocks, and supporting high-quality teaching and learning across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. This is a full-time, permanent role.

Key Responsibilities

Preparing apparatus, solutions, and chemicals for practical science lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5

Setting up, testing, and clearing away experiments in accordance with strict health and safety guidelines

Maintaining, organising, and securely storing laboratory equipment, glassware, and hazardous materials

Assisting teachers during practical classes and supporting students with hands-on investigations when required

Ensuring all laboratories and prep rooms are safe, clean, compliant, and stocked efficiently

Assisting with dynamic risk assessments, COSHH data sheets, and regular safety equipment audits

The School & What’s on Offer

A modern secondary school environment featuring well-equipped science laboratories and prep areas

Competitive salary (commensurate with experience and support staff pay scales)

Full-time, permanent contract with an immediate or upcoming start date

Supportive department culture with structured training and professional development opportunities

Convenient Oxfordshire location with on-site staff parking and great transport links

Candidate Requirements

A strong educational background in science (academic qualification or relevant practical experience)

Excellent organisational skills, reliability, and the ability to work independently in a busy environment

Strong attention to detail and a robust awareness of health, safety, and chemical handling protocols in a lab setting

Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively as part of an active teaching team

Previous experience as a Science Technician or laboratory assistant is desirable, though full training will be provided for the right candidate

Science Technician – Thriving Secondary Academy in Oxfordshire Wallingford, England, United Kingdom