Science Technician - Secondary School - Derby

Are you a practical, organised and scientifically minded individual looking for a role where you can support high-quality Science teaching? A well-established Secondary School in Derby is seeking a reliable Science Technician to join its Science department on a full-time, permanent basis.

• Science Technician Role

• Secondary School

• Derby

• Full-time, Permanent

• As Soon As Possible Start

• Competitive Salary

This role would suit an experienced Science Technician, laboratory assistant or science graduate who enjoys practical work and wants to contribute directly to students' learning.

You will work alongside Science teachers to prepare equipment, materials and practical activities across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

Science Technician - School Information

The school is an established Secondary School in Derby with a strong focus on academic achievement and practical learning.

Science is a core part of the curriculum and students are encouraged to develop curiosity, scientific understanding and practical investigation skills.

The Science department requires a well-organised technician who can ensure lessons are properly prepared and that equipment is available, safe and ready for use.

You will work closely with teaching staff and other members of the technical team.

Science Technician - The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing equipment for Science lessons

• Preparing chemicals and materials

• Setting up practical experiments

• Supporting Biology practicals

• Supporting Chemistry practicals

• Supporting Physics practicals

• Checking laboratory equipment

• Maintaining equipment

• Cleaning and storing resources

• Preparing demonstrations

• Supporting practical assessments

• Organising departmental resources

• Monitoring stock levels

• Ordering resources when required

• Receiving deliveries

• Maintaining accurate records

• Reporting damaged equipment

• Supporting laboratory safety

• Preparing classrooms before practical lessons

• Clearing away equipment after lessons

• Maintaining clean and organised laboratories

• Supporting teachers with practical activities

• Following health and safety procedures

• Following COSHH procedures where applicable

• Managing laboratory waste appropriately

Science Technician - Practical Preparation

A major part of the role will involve ensuring practical lessons are ready before students enter the laboratory.

You will need to read and understand teachers' requirements, gather the necessary equipment and materials and prepare everything safely.

Good forward planning will be essential.

You may be supporting several lessons across different year groups during the same day, so the ability to prioritise will be important.

The successful candidate should be methodical and comfortable working to deadlines.

Science Technician - Biology, Chemistry and Physics

The role will support practical work across the three main Science disciplines.

This may include preparing specimens and equipment for Biology, materials and solutions for Chemistry and apparatus for Physics.

A broad understanding of school-level Science will therefore be advantageous.

You do not necessarily need to be a specialist in every area, but you should be willing to develop your knowledge and follow established procedures carefully.

Science Technician - Health and Safety

Laboratory safety will be a key responsibility.

You will need to follow the school's procedures when preparing experiments, handling materials and storing equipment.

The successful candidate should understand the importance of risk assessments, safe storage and appropriate protective equipment.

Experience working with chemicals and COSHH procedures would be particularly useful.

You must be confident reporting any concerns to the appropriate member of staff.

Science Technician - Stock Management

The department uses a significant amount of equipment and consumable resources.

You will help monitor stock levels and ensure teachers have the materials required for practical lessons.

This may involve checking deliveries, maintaining inventories, ordering resources and organising storage areas.

Good attention to detail will be essential because missing equipment or materials can affect lesson preparation.

Science Technician - Supporting Teachers

You will work closely with Science teachers throughout the school.

Teachers may ask for particular experiments, demonstrations or equipment to be prepared, and you will need to understand their requirements and deliver them efficiently.

You should be confident communicating with teaching staff and willing to make practical suggestions where appropriate.

Science Technician - Supporting Students

Although the role is primarily technical, you will regularly work around students.

You may help students use equipment safely or provide practical guidance during lessons.

You should therefore be comfortable working with young people and understand the importance of maintaining professional boundaries.

Science Technician - Experience and Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous Science Technician experience desirable

• Laboratory experience advantageous

• A Science-related qualification desirable

• Strong practical Science knowledge

• Good understanding of laboratory safety

• COSHH experience desirable

• Strong organisational skills

• Excellent attention to detail

• Ability to follow procedures accurately

• Good IT skills

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to prioritise workload

• Reliable and dependable approach

• Ability to work effectively with teachers

• Comfortable working around students

• Commitment to health and safety

Graduates with a relevant Science degree and strong practical experience may also be considered.

Science Technician - The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy Science department and play a practical role in supporting students' education.

Your preparation and organisation will directly affect the quality of practical learning available to students.

The school provides a professional and supportive environment and would suit someone looking to develop a long-term career within education, laboratory work or technical support.

Salary

The salary for this Science Technician position will be competitive and dependent on experience.

Application

Please send your application for this Science Technician position through as soon as possible.