Senior Science Technician – Core Science Lead – Coventry

Marchant Recruitment; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Science Technician in Coventry to manage Chemistry and Physics labs while leading a team of technicians. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience, strong knowledge in practical requirements, and expertise in compliance and safety protocols. This role offers a highly competitive regional salary along with excellent benefits, including budget for equipment and technical training. Dedicated leadership within a well-funded science department.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Excellent pension scheme

Dedicated budget for training

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Senior or supervisory Science Technician.
• Strong subject knowledge across Chemistry and Physics up to A-Level.
• Expert knowledge of chemical storage and waste disposal.

Responsibilities

• Manage junior technicians and oversee Chemistry and Physics labs.
• Ensure compliance with CLEAPSS and safety regulations.
• Lead the technical team for effective lab operations.

Skills

Leadership

Knowledge of Chemistry

Knowledge of Physics

Team Management

Budget Tracking

Job description

Overview

Senior Science Technician – Manage Chemistry & Physics Labs and Lead Technical Team – Coventry

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of junior technicians, oversee stock control and ordering for Chemistry and Physics, and ensure compliance with CLEAPSS and safety regulations.
• Hands-on preparation for all KS5 practicals and maintenance of specialist equipment.
• Lead the technical team and ensure smooth operation of Chemistry and Physics laboratories.

Experience and Qualifications

• Significant experience in a Senior or supervisory Science Technician role.
• Strong subject knowledge across Chemistry and Physics practical requirements up to A-Level.
• Proven ability to manage a team, delegate tasks, and oversee complex stock and budget tracking.
• Expert knowledge of chemical storage, waste disposal, and equipment calibration.

School Information

The Science department is large and well-funded, benefitting from strong links with Coventry University. This is a critical leadership role within the support staff structure. We offer a highly competitive regional salary and dedicated funding for external management and technical training.

• Leadership role managing the Physical Sciences technical team.
• Highly competitive regional salary and excellent pension scheme.
• Dedicated budget for equipment calibration and technical CPD.
• Work closely with the Head of Science on strategic laboratory development.

Salary

Paid to Regional Support Staff Scale (Highly Competitive)

Application

To apply for this Senior Science Technician position in Coventry, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible.