Science Technician – Secondary School – Exeter

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Paid to scale

A successful secondary school in Exeter is looking to appoint an organised and enthusiastic Science Technician to support its thriving Science department. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with excellent practical skills who enjoys working behind the scenes to ensure engaging, safe and high-quality practical science lessons are delivered across the school.

Working closely with the Head of Science and teaching staff, you will prepare practical resources, maintain laboratories and support the delivery of Biology, Chemistry and Physics lessons. This is a varied and rewarding role where your contribution will have a direct impact on students' learning experiences.

The successful candidate will become part of a collaborative Science faculty that values practical learning, innovation and continuous improvement.

School Information

This is an 11 to 18 secondary school that is committed to delivering a broad and ambitious curriculum while maintaining a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Students are encouraged to become curious, resilient learners who develop strong scientific knowledge alongside practical investigative skills.

The school has invested in modern laboratories, specialist equipment and dedicated preparation areas that enable staff to deliver high-quality practical teaching. Staff benefit from supportive leadership, excellent professional development and a culture where teamwork is highly valued.

Science Department

The Science department delivers Biology, Chemistry and Physics across KS3, KS4 and KS5 and places practical investigation at the centre of learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing practical equipment and materials for lessons.

• Setting up Biology, Chemistry and Physics experiments.

• Preparing chemical solutions safely.

• Maintaining laboratory equipment.

• Ordering and monitoring departmental stock.

• Ensuring laboratories comply with health and safety regulations.

• Supporting teachers during practical lessons.

• Maintaining chemical inventories.

• Safely disposing of laboratory waste.

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

• Supporting STEM enrichment activities.

• Keeping laboratories clean, organised and fully equipped.

The successful candidate will join an experienced department where organisation, teamwork and practical excellence are central to delivering outstanding Science education.

Requirements

• Previous Science Technician or laboratory experience is desirable.

• Knowledge of laboratory health and safety.

• Excellent organisational skills.

• Strong practical ability.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Good communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• 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.