CLEAPSS Supporting practical science and technology
Current Technician Vacancies
The CLEAPSS Technician Job Service is a service provided to CLEAPSS members that allows members to post adverts for technician vacancies at their school or college onto this part of the CLEAPSS website. Anyone may browse the list of vacancies on this page and then apply for the job directly with the particular school or college.

Job seekers:

Please browse through the list of Science vacancies below. Further vacancies for Design Technology jobs can be found on our Technology Website. If you require any further information then please contact the school directly. Please do not contact CLEAPSS as we cannot give you any more information than that which already appears on the site.

Recruiters:

Members can click one of the links below to post a vacancy (you will need your membership details).

Please note that we cannot verify the accuracy of the information provided to us and applicants should check the details on the schools website or contact the school.

Senior Science Technician (Term Time Only) £28,273-31,336
Bishop Wordsworth's Grammar School, Salisbury, Wiltshire
Start date: 13 Apr 2026
Closing date for applications: 22 Feb 2026

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Full time

Main Duties:
  • Line managing and developing the Science Technician team
  • Working closely with teaching staff to align technical support with curriculum priorities
  • Leading health and safety practice across the department including COSHH and CLEAPSS compliance
  • Attending relevant staff meetings and acting as the professional voice of the technician team
  • Leading on Chemistry practical provision and continuity
Person Specification:
  • experienced school chemistry technician
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Senior Science Technician (Term Time Only) £31,310-33,300
London Academy of Excellence, London, Greater London
Start date: 13 Apr 2026
Closing date for applications: 23 Feb 2026

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Full time

Main Duties:
  • Oversee 2 brand new science prep rooms and support to 13 laboratory classrooms
  • Managing a team of science technicians ensuring they are fully engaged in their duties
  • Laboratories are well-organised and fully equipped
  • Preparing materials, equipment and chemicals for practical lessons
  • Maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring all health and safety regulations are adhered to
Person Specification:
  • See website below for details
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Science Technician (Temporary - Term Time Only) £21,798-21,798
The King's School, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester
Start date: 15 Apr 2026
Closing date for applications: 23 Feb 2026

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Full time

Main Duties:
  • Assisting with demonstrations or with practical classes, preparing resources, assembling apparatus when required
  • Construct, modify and repair equipment and apparatus. Including calibration of equipment; e.g. balances and pH meters.
  • • Dealing with hazardous chemicals and advising staff on chemical hazards
  • Check and provide (in the 5 laboratories used for Chemistry lessons) science apparatus, equipment, materials and chemical solutions to ensure their availability in support of practical work at all l
Person Specification:
  • Working knowledge of chemicals and laboratory techniques (at a minimum NVQ Level 3)
  • Practical laboratory experience.
  • Able to communicate effectively with technicians, teachers, support staff, and external agencies
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Science Technician (Part Time - Term Time Only) £18,360-19,577
Catmose College, Oakham, Rutland
Start date: 13 Apr 2026
Closing date for applications: 23 Feb 2026

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Part time - 32.92 hours/wk

Main Duties:
  • See website below for details
Person Specification:
  • See website below for details
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Science Technician (Term Time Only) £23,350-25,341
London Academy of Excellence, London, Greater London
Start date: 13 Apr 2026
Closing date for applications: 23 Feb 2026

Other benefits: Induction Programme and pension provided.
Hours: Full time

Main Duties:
  • Oversee 2 brand new science prep rooms and support to 13 laboratory classrooms
  • Ensuring laboratories are well-organised and fully equipped
  • Preparing materials, equipment and chemicals for practical lessons
  • Maintaining laboratory equipment
  • Ensuring all health and safety regulations are adhered to.
Person Specification:
  • See website below for details
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Science Technician - Biology (Fixed-term) (Temporary - Part Time - Term Time Only) £12,218-12,218
Berkhamsted Senior School, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
Start date: Immediate
Closing date for applications: 4 Mar 2026

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Part time - 18.75 hours/wk

Main Duties:
  • Preparing science experiments as requested
  • Setting up and trialling apparatus as requested.
  • Routine maintenance of equipment including basic first line fault finding and repairs.
  • Able to carry out risk assessments for technician activities.
  • Ordering equipment.
  • Liasing with the purchasing department to follow best practice.
  • Ensuring the labs are kept tidy and stocked with textbooks, stationery and reporting any maintenance issues to estates.
  • Ordering, issuing, recording textbooks and collecting student textbooks returns.
  • Maintaining an up-to-date inventory of stock.
  • To carry out any other duties reasonably requested by the Director of Science and the Subject lead Biology
Person Specification:
  • A genuine interest in Biology and a willingness to further develop expertise in this field.
  • Experience of working within a school or educational setting is desirable.
  • Previous experience working as a Science or Biology technician is desirable
  • Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, equipment maintenance, and preparation of materials for lessons and experiments
  • Strong practical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to set up, test, and troubleshoot apparatus accurately and efficiently.
  • Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with teaching staff, students, and external suppliers.
  • Competence in the use of IT systems for record keeping, inventory management, and communication
  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage workload independently while meeting deadlines.
  • Has an understanding of health and safety practices and a willingness to develop this knowledge further through training and experience.
  • A collaborative approach with the ability to work as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility, reliability, and a proactive attitude to supporting the department’s needs.
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Science Technician (Part Time - Term Time Only) £25,186-26,244 (pro rata)
The Westgate School, Winchester, Hampshire
Start date: 1 Apr 2026
Closing date for applications: 9 Mar 2026

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Part time - 24 hours/wk

Main Duties:
  • Supporting teachers by preparing specialist materials and maintaining a productive working environment
  • Enabling pupils to access learning activities as directed by the teacher
  • Monitoring stock supplies
  • Caring for and maintaining equipment to a high standard
Person Specification:
  • Maths and English GCSE to Grade 4 or above
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Science Technician (Part Time - Term Time Only) £7,216-7,216
Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy, Brixham, Torbay
Start date: Immediate
Closing date for applications: 31 Mar 2026

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Part time - 12 hours/wk

Main Duties:
  • See website below for details
Person Specification:
  • See website below for details
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