Location: Reading, Berkshire

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week (term-time plus training days / negotiable options available)

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Start Date: October 2026

About the School

Are you ready to be the driving force behind inspiring practical science? We are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable and knowledgeable Science Technician to join our vibrant and forward-thinking secondary school science department in Reading.

At our school, we believe that hands-on experiments are the heartbeat of scientific discovery. The successful candidate will play a pivotal, high-impact role in fueling our students' curiosity by bringing lessons to life, managing cutting-edge apparatus, and ensuring our laboratories operate with absolute safety and precision.

The Role

As our Science Technician, you will be the engine room of the science department, taking charge of day-to-day organisation and preparation across our chemistry, biology, and physics labs. You will collaborate closely with our passionate teaching team to ensure every practical lesson runs seamlessly, safely, and memorably.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Bringing experiments to life by expertly preparing chemicals, solutions, equipment, and apparatus for thrilling classroom demonstrations.

• Trialling cutting-edge practical activities and partnering with teachers to pioneer exciting new experiments.

• Championing a culture of safety by strictly adhering to COSHH guidelines, dynamic risk assessments, and robust health and safety regulations.

• Expertly storing, managing, and disposing of chemical and biological materials with absolute compliance and care.

• Calibrating, maintaining, and performing minor repairs on essential laboratory equipment to keep everything in peak condition.

• Owning stock control, leading regular inventory audits, and smart-purchasing supplies within budget.

• Curating exceptionally clean, tidy, and inspiring chemical and equipment stores.

• Stepping into the classroom to assist teachers during practical lessons, helping elevate student engagement and safety.

• Managing Hazcards, material safety data sheets, and chemical waste disposal with total precision.

• Providing rapid-response technical troubleshooting when urgent lab needs arise.

• Collaborating hand-in-hand with brilliant teachers, fellow technicians, and cross-departmental teams.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Armed with a science-based qualification (NVQ Level 3, A-Level, or a degree in Science or a related discipline).

• Deeply knowledgeable about laboratory safety, chemical handling, and CLEAPSS guidelines (or eager to master them).

• Exceptionally organised, meticulous, and practical with a superpower for multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.

• Confident working autonomously while thriving as an anchor member of a tight-knit team.

• Proactive, dependable, and genuinely passionate about fueling the next generation of scientists.

• Approachable, friendly, and dedicated to fostering an incredible learning atmosphere for students and staff.

Whether you are an experienced school science technician looking for your next exciting challenge, or a talented lab professional looking to step into education, we want to hear from you!

What We Offer

• A welcoming, high-energy science department and a truly supportive school community situated in the heart of Reading.

• A dynamic, rewarding career where your technical brilliance directly shapes student success and scientific wonder.

• Exceptional professional development opportunities, including certified training courses (e.g., CLEAPSS).

• Secure enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.

• A permanent position within an ambitious, thriving school environment.

Safeguarding

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Ignite student curiosity and make your mark—apply today to become an essential part of our vibrant school community in Reading!