Senior Science Technician

Full-Time | Term Time Plus Additional Days | Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a secondary school to recruit a skilled and organised Senior Science Technician to support the delivery of high-quality science education.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Science Technician or science graduate looking to take the next step in their career. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring practical lessons run smoothly, maintaining laboratory resources, supporting health and safety compliance, and assisting with the day-to-day management of the science department.

The Role:

• Prepare and assemble equipment, materials, chemicals, and resources for practical science lessons and examinations
• Ensure laboratories, preparation rooms, and equipment are maintained to a high standard
• Support the safe storage, handling, and disposal of chemicals, biological materials, and scientific equipment
• Maintain stock levels, complete audits, and coordinate the ordering of departmental resources
• Assist with risk assessments for practical activities and demonstrations
• Provide day-to-day supervision and support for Science Technician staff
• Carry out minor repairs, maintenance, and modifications to equipment where required
• Support practical examinations and departmental enrichment activities, including clubs, open evenings, and educational visits
• Assist with maintaining departmental inventories and health and safety records
• Ensure compliance with COSHH regulations and departmental safety procedures
• Support the maintenance and care of living organisms and specialist scientific resources where applicable

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have a strong background or qualification in science, such as GCSE, A-Level, HNC, or equivalent
• Have previous experience working within a laboratory, educational, or technical support environment
• Possess excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• Have a thorough understanding of health and safety procedures within a science setting
• Be confident working independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Be proactive, flexible, and committed to supporting student learning

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to CPD and training opportunities
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• The chance to work within a supportive and well-resourced science department

If you are passionate about science and enjoy supporting practical learning experiences, we would love to hear from you.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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