Job Title: Science Technician (Secondary School)
Location: Blackpool
Start Date: January 2026
Hours: 36 hours per week

Vida Education are looking for an experienced Science Technician for a long term cover beginning in January 2026 it will be working on a full time basis (36 hors a week over 5 days) until the end of the acedemic year. The school, based on the Fylde Coast and last rated as 'good' by Ofsted offers a well-equipped Science Department providing a range of practical experiences across Biology, Chemistry and Physics, and due to a maternity cover, they are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Science Technician to join the team and support the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning.

Science Technician Role & Responsibilities

You will report to the Head of Science and/Science Teachers and will be responsible for:

• Preparing equipment, apparatus and resources for practical science lessons, demonstrations and experiments.

• Setting up and clearing away lab equipment and materials, ensuring teaching spaces are safe, organised and ready.

• Managing stock of consumables, chemicals and laboratory equipment; keeping accurate inventories and ordering/replacing items as required.

• Ensuring that equipment is maintained, cleaned and stored correctly; performing basic checks and flagging any faults or replacements needed.

• Supporting teachers and students during practical tasks when needed.

• Ensuring compliance with relevant health & safety regulations (including COSHH, waste disposal and safe storage of chemicals).

• Maintaining and updating technical records, risk assessments and safe operating procedures.

• Contributing to the overall organisation and smooth running of the Science Department.

Person Specification

The successful candidate for the Science Technician role will ideally have:

• Proven experience of working in a laboratory or technical role (preferably within an educational setting) or strong interest in moving into this type of work.

• Good knowledge of laboratory practices, equipment and basic maintenance.

• Awareness of health & safety standards, including safe handling of chemicals, risk assessments and disposal of waste.

• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritise tasks and work efficiently under direction.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, pupils and other support staff.

• A positive, proactive and flexible attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing requirements and work as part of a team.

If you think this Science Technician role is for you, please apply now and we can dicuss next steps

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH VIDA EDUCATION;

We are an experienced team and specialise in placing qualified teachers, cover supervisors, teaching assistants, school admin and clerical staff into positions across Lancashire and Cumbria.

• We offer excellent rates of pay, in line with your level of experience.
• AWR compliant.
• Experienced and dedicated consultants who take great pride in providing you a quality service.
• Free CPD accredited training courses including Advanced Safeguarding, Child Protection & Prevent.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU SOON.

Vida Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. As an APSCo Compliance Accredited agency, all post holders are subject to checks in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. These checks include but are not limited to; an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, qualifications check, references, UK Right to Work Status. Further information will be provided on application.

Vida Education is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an employment business in providing temporary or permanent job seeking services.