Science Technician – Nottingham Secondary School
Role Category & Location
Sector: High-Achieving Local Authority Secondary School (with Sixth Form).
Location: Nottingham (East Midlands, England).
Start Date: Permanent, full-time role commencing January 2026.
The Opportunity & Role Profile
This major secondary school requires a highly organised and skilled Science Technician to provide essential technical support across all three sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) up to A-Level. The role is vital for ensuring the safe, efficient, and inspiring delivery of practical science lessons.
Core Responsibilities & Duties Scope
Lab Preparer: Preparing apparatus, chemical solutions, and biological materials for daily practical lessons and examinations.
Safety Champion: Ensuring strict compliance with CLEAPSS guidelines, managing chemical inventory, and maintaining a safe and organised laboratory environment.
Resource Coordinator: Repairing equipment, managing stock, and efficiently ordering new supplies within budget constraints.
Compensation & Benefits
Essential Requirements: Previous experience as a Science Technician or relevant scientific qualification/background, with strong commitment to laboratory safety.
Salary: Competitive salary paid on the local government scale (expected to be £25,000 - £30,000 per annum).
Support: Generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and dedicated budget for technical training.
- Locations
- Nottingham
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