Science Technician Job Vacancies

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.

Science Technician (Term Time Only) £0-23,898 (pro rata)

Cheltenham Ladies College, Cheltenham

Start date: Immediate
Closing date for applications: 17 Jul 2024

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

Main Duties:

Prepare resources and assemble apparatus.
Set up multi-media resources (including data logging, projection, mobile devices, cameras, videos, SMART boards, tablets, etc.).
Source and maintain adequate stocks of consumables.
Give technical advice to teachers, other support staff and pupils.
Assist in practical classes and carrying out demonstrations where applicable.
Participate in the maintenance of satisfactory standards of security in accordance with the College and Science departmental policies.

Person Specification:

Experience of working within a science laboratory and keeping abreast of curriculum and technological advances
A relevant science qualification (degree or equivalent level preferred)
Able to set up laboratory apparatus following instructions
Sound subject knowledge and of COSHH and other health & safety legislation
Proficient IT skills and in-depth knowledge of MS Office Suite
Able to organise time effectively for self and others, create work schedules, prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and work proactively.
Able to give technical advice when required to colleagues would be an advantage
Able to communicate effectively; verbally and in writing, adapting style to suit the audience

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Science Technician (Term Time Only) £19,079-19,236

Allerton High School, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Start date: 2 Sep 2024
Closing date for applications: 19 Jul 2024

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

Main Duties:

Required as soon as possible, a Science Technician to support the Science Team
You will work under the direction of the Senior Science Technician in co-ordinating the use of practical resources and facilities
You will provide assistance and advice in meeting the practical needs of the Science curriculum,
including liaising with teaching staff and support staff outside the curriculum team.

Person Specification:

Good general education
Qualification in Chemistry and/or Physics desirable
Experience of laboratory work essential
School laboratory experience desirable

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Science Technician (Term Time Only) £34,000-34,000 (pro rata)

Charterhouse School,

Start date: 1 Sep 2024
Closing date for applications: 19 Jul 2024

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

Main Duties:

 Equipping the appropriate laboratory with all the apparatus and materials for any practical work needed, assisting /advising staff about the suitability and availability of apparatus where appropria
 Checking that all apparatus is working correctly prior to use and that materials have been prepared correctly.
 Setting up laboratory apparatus as requested by the teacher for demonstration purposes, checking that it functions properly and carrying out the demonstration if required.
 Tidying up wherever possible after each practical, removing equipment and any materials that may be left over, and cleaning equipment as required.
 Maintaining stock of apparatus / reagents / consumables and stationery in the stores and laboratories and purchasing replacements as appropriate.
 Maintaining an updated chemical list and liaising with the Lead Technician for disposal of unwanted, hazardous or expired chemicals. Safely disposing of other materials following departmental guidel
 Issuing requests to the Maintenance and Operations Department for any work needed in the Science Department.
 Setting up displays and equipment for school open days and supporting extracurricular activities where required.
 Keeping up to date with safety regulations and advising members of the teaching staff

Person Specification:

 Demonstrable familiarity with standard scientific nomenclature.
 Demonstrable familiarity with standard glassware and apparatus normally found in a science laboratory.
 Experienced IT user, especially with Microsoft products, and capable of the preparation and management of basic spreadsheets and databases.
 Previous working experience within a School Laboratory
 Keen interest and proven track record of keeping up to date with current legislation and modern scientific laboratory techniques.
 Educated to GCSE level or above

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Science Technician (Term Time Only) £30,000-34,000 (pro rata)

Hampton School, Hampton, Greater London

Start date: 2 Sep 2024
Closing date for applications: 26 Jul 2024

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

Main Duties:

To set up all the chemicals, apparatus and equipment necessary for the practical work undertaken by the students, liaising closely with the teaching staff responsible
After the practical to clear away and store properly all chemicals, apparatus and equipment. This is to include safe disposal of chemicals
To prepare chemical solutions where necessary
To maintain the laboratories in a clean and tidy condition and checking services periodically, reporting any deficiencies or defects to the Head of Department or Facilities Manager
To manage all necessary cleaning, care and repair of equipment and departmental laundry
To assist in stock taking and ordering of apparatus / equipment and to check deliveries from suppliers and report discrepancies
To make local purchases as and when necessary
To check and stamp textbooks for yearly issue to pupils
To monitor the working environment with regards to Health & Safety, to make recommendations where necessary and support the secure and safe use of apparatus and chemicals within the department
Ensure chemicals are correctly identifiable and labelled accordingly and with approved hazard symbols and stored safely

Person Specification:

Previous experience of working in a laboratory environment and a formal Chemistry qualification would both be desirable
A knowledge of CLEAPSS guidance or willingness to be trained in the health and safety aspects of a safe laboratory environment
To be organised and methodical in your approach with the ability and willingness to learn new skills
A genuine interest in helping pupils to develop safe Chemistry skills to enable them to reach their full potential and assisting them as required
To be professionally presented with a friendly/polite demeanour and good communication skills to work co-operatively within the team and be prepared to assist with whatever appropriate tasks as direct

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Science Technician (Term Time Only) £25,000-28,000 (pro rata)

Dulwich College, London, Greater London

Start date: Immediate
Closing date for applications: 12 Aug 2024

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

Main Duties:

To participate actively in the overall running of the Department
To organise and safely store equipment and materials within the Department
To contribute to laboratory design and other innovations as may be required
Setting up of specialist apparatus
Sourcing and ordering specialist materials
Producing sample experiments for Chemistry Staff to try out
Checking and setting out of practicals in an exam format where appropriate
To be aware of H&S issues in the safe use of equipment and apparatus both for staff and boys’ use, and to provide advice and documentation where appropriate
To ensure safe working practices are employed by technicians and teaching staff
To prepare risk assessments for the Chemistry Department in conjunction with the Head of Chemistry where appropriate

Person Specification:

3 A-levels including Chemistry
Basic computer skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with teachers, technicians and non-technical staff as required
Organisational and administrative ability

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Science Technician (Term Time Only) £23,778-26,091

The Howard Partnership Trust,

Start date: 2 Sep 2024
Closing date for applications: 23 Aug 2024

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

Main Duties:

The Science Technician Level 2 will either lead or work as part of a team of technicians servicing laboratories, preparing materials and equipment for demonstrations and practical lessons as requested
They will provide technical support including Health & Safety guidance to pupils and experienced and trainee teachers including whilst assisting in practical classes and carrying out demonstrations.
They may also participate in a Duty Rota to supervise students as required and trial new required GCSE practicals. They will dispose of waste materials safely, carry out safety checks on equipment e.g
They will liaise with staff over the use of equipment and stock, monitor stock levels and purchase sundries where required.
They may carry out administrative tasks such as keeping records, collating reports, updating lists, despatching coursework and creating displays of information and students' work as required.
They will also carry out relevant tasks that may be requested by the Senior Technician or Head of Department from time to time. They will attend courses and maintain an up to date knowledge of technic

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Science Technician (Part Time - Term Time Only) £22,795-22,795 (pro rata)

Brighton Girls GDST, Brighton, Brighton and Hove

Start date: 1 Oct 2024
Closing date for applications: 28 Aug 2024

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Part time - 20 hours/wk

Main Duties:

To deliver technical services to the Science department at Brighton Girls in order to support excellent teaching and learning in a range of Science subjects (predominantly Biology and Physics)
Maintaining the delivery of technical services
Complying with health and safety regulations, among others, matters relating to COSHH, Health and Safety at Work Acts, Electricity at Work Regulations. Complying with the GDST’s regulations and depa
May be required to provide occasional assistance to teaching staff in identifying needs generated by the curriculum

Person Specification:

Well organised, able to approach work methodically, prioritise and meet deadlines
Good written and verbal communication skills
Good interpersonal and team working skills
Good manipulative/manual handling skills
Good, basic background knowledge of science
A basic knowledge of how to use common ICT applications including the ability to produce and edit documents and use spreadsheets
Ability to use e-mail and access information from the internet
GCSE Maths, English and Science (or equivalent qualification),
Have some laboratory experience, either academic or industrial
Competent at reading and following verbal and written instructions. Reliable and a good time keeper.

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Science Technician (Part Time - Term Time Only) £23,114-23,114 (pro rata)

Bishop Gore, Swansea, Swansea

Start date: 4 Sep 2024
Closing date for applications: 30 Aug 2024

Other benefits: CPD, induction programme and pension provided.
Hours: Part time - 30 hours/wk

Main Duties:

To maintain, and be up to date with, COSHH and other H&S requirements in relation to practical preparation and activities.
To help maintain an up to date inventor of equipment and chemicals.
To be able to use your own initiative when necessary to troubleshoot and improve, modify, or even create practicals to support Science teaching within the school curriculum.
To prepare, set out and clear away science practicals in accordance with individual teacher practical requests
To work with the Senior Science Technician/Technicians to facilitate a smooth and efficient delivery of practical requirements.
Please refer to the job description for a full list of responsibilities for the role.

Person Specification:

Previous laboratory experience, whether in a school or other setting, is desirable but not essential as full training/induction will be given to the successful candidate.
Secondary school qualifications in Science/related subjects desirable.
An understanding of KS3/4/5 Science desirable.
Being able to work to deadlines and in a small friendly team.
To be able to use your own initiative when required.
The ability to learn quickly and to prioritise workload according to demand.

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