Science Technician – Secondary School – Shrewsbury

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Paid to scale

A successful secondary school in Shrewsbury is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and organised Science Technician to join its thriving Science department. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong practical skills who enjoys supporting high-quality science education and helping students experience engaging, hands-on practical lessons.

Working closely with the Head of Science and teaching staff, you will prepare laboratories, organise equipment and resources and ensure practical lessons are delivered safely and efficiently. You will play an essential role in supporting Biology, Chemistry and Physics lessons while maintaining high standards of organisation and laboratory safety.

The successful candidate will become part of a collaborative department where practical learning, scientific enquiry and student achievement are central to the curriculum.

School Information

This is an 11 to 18 secondary school with a strong reputation for academic achievement, excellent pastoral care and an ambitious curriculum. Students are encouraged to become confident, inquisitive learners through engaging lessons that develop both theoretical understanding and practical skills.

The school has invested significantly in its specialist Science facilities, providing modern laboratories, dedicated preparation areas and excellent equipment that supports high-quality practical teaching across all key stages.

Staff enjoy supportive leadership, excellent professional development opportunities and a collaborative working environment where every member of staff is valued.

Science Department

The Science department delivers an engaging curriculum across Biology, Chemistry and Physics, encouraging students to develop curiosity through practical investigation and experimentation.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing equipment and materials for Science lessons.

• Setting up practical experiments across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

• Preparing chemical solutions safely and accurately.

• Maintaining laboratory equipment and apparatus.

• Ordering and monitoring laboratory stock.

• Ensuring laboratories comply with health and safety regulations.

• Supporting teachers during practical lessons where appropriate.

• Maintaining chemical inventories and storage systems.

• Safely disposing of laboratory waste.

• Preparing practical resources for GCSE and A-Level lessons.

• Supporting Science enrichment events and STEM activities.

• Keeping laboratories clean, organised and fully equipped.

The successful candidate will become an important member of a supportive Science department committed to delivering outstanding practical learning experiences.

Requirements

• Previous Science Technician or laboratory experience is desirable.

• Good knowledge of laboratory health and safety procedures.

• Excellent organisational skills.

• Strong practical ability.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to prioritise workloads effectively.

• Good IT skills.

• Commitment to safeguarding.

• Positive and proactive approach.

Application

To apply for this Science Technician position, please send your CV as soon as possible.