Science Technicians

Thomas Deacon Education Trust; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Training opportunities

Job summary

Thomas Deacon Education Trust is seeking two enthusiastic Science Technicians to join our Science Department. You will prepare experiments and materials, maintain lab resources and help ensure practical lessons are safe, engaging and fully equipped for success.

We value highly organised, proactive individuals who are energetic about science and education, able to manage a varied workload in a fast-paced environment. Experience with lab equipment is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience with scientific equipment or in a laboratory setting is advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload.

Responsibilities

• Prepare experiments, equipment and materials for practical science lessons.
• Maintain laboratory resources and ensure labs are safe, organised and ready for discovery.
• Support staff and students during laboratory activities and demonstrations.

Skills

Organised

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Energy and enthusiasm for science

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

As a Science Technician, you'll be the driving force behind exciting and engaging practical science lessons. You'll prepare experiments, equipment and materials, maintain laboratory resources, support staff and students, and help ensure our laboratories are safe, organised and ready for discovery every day.

You'll thrive in this role if you're highly organised, enjoy solving problems, have a keen eye for detail and can manage a varied workload in a fast-paced environment. Experience working with scientific equipment or in a laboratory setting would be advantageous, but most importantly, you'll bring energy, initiative and a genuine enthusiasm for science and education.

At Thomas Deacon Academy, we know that every successful science lesson starts long before students enter the laboratory. We are looking for two enthusiastic Science Technicians to join our talented and supportive team, helping to ignite curiosity and inspire the next generation of scientists. Working within our thriving Science Department, you will play a vital role behind the scenes, ensuring practical lessons are safe, engaging and fully equipped for success.

Why work for us?

At Thomas Deacon Academy, you'll join a school with outstanding facilities, including its iconic Norman Foster-designed campus and extensive specialist learning spaces. You'll be part of a dedicated team committed to improving life chances and helping young people achieve their full potential. As part of Thomas Deacon Education Trust, you'll benefit from high-quality professional development, training opportunities and the chance to collaborate with colleagues across a network of like-minded schools.

Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education." To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here: Employee Benefits

At TDET, 95% of new employees highly rate our induction programme, and 91% of staff are proud to work here (2025 staff survey).

If you're ready to spark curiosity, fuel discovery and help science come alive, we'd love to hear from you.

TDET - Working together to transform lives through education

Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.