Science Technician

Smart Teachers are supporting a highly regarded secondary academy within a successful multi-academy trust to recruit a Science Technician to join their dedicated Science department.

About the role

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to provide effective technical support across the Science department. You will be responsible for preparing practical lessons, maintaining equipment and resources, ensuring safe working practices, and supporting students to engage fully with their Science education.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, maintaining and organising equipment, materials and resources for practical Science lessons.

• Supporting the smooth running of Science laboratories and ensuring resources are available when required.

• Maintaining a safe, organised and productive working environment.

• Carrying out routine health and safety checks, risk assessments and equipment inspections.

• Ensuring compliance with relevant health and safety guidance, including COSHH and CLEAPSS procedures.

• Managing stock levels and ordering supplies when required.

• Supporting staff and students with the safe use of specialist equipment.

• Maintaining accurate records relating to resources, equipment and safety procedures.

• Assisting with the development of practical activities to enhance students’ learning experience

About the school

This is an exciting opportunity to join a welcoming and ambitious secondary academy that is committed to providing students with a high-quality education and ensuring every learner has the opportunity to succeed.

The school has a strong focus on academic achievement, personal development and creating a supportive environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. The Science department is a key part of the school community, with a commitment to delivering engaging and practical learning experiences that inspire curiosity and develop students’ understanding of the world around them

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Science Technician you will:

• Minimum Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant scientific discipline
• GCSE Grade C/Level 4 or above (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science
• Experience providing technical or resource support
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with staff and students
• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety requirements within a laboratory environment
• Previous experience working within a school Science department
• Knowledge across a range of Science disciplines

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Suitable technician experience

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].