Science Technician

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Prepare and provide science equipment, apparatus and chemical solutions for lessons
• Set up and test practical experiments in advance to ensure they run effectively
• Maintain laboratories, preparation rooms and chemical stores in line with health and safety and COSHH requirements
• Monitor, maintain and repair equipment where possible, arranging external repairs when required
• Support stock control, including ordering, recording and safe storage of materials and chemicals
• Build, adapt or assemble apparatus to support practical learning
• Work closely with teaching staff to support the delivery of the science curriculum

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong practical and organisational skills
• Has experience working in a laboratory, workshop or school environment (desirable)
• Has a good understanding of health and safety, including COSHH (or is willing to develop this)
• Is confident working with equipment, materials and, where required, chemicals
• Can work independently and manage competing priorities
• Has good communication skills