Science Technician

Are you looking to build your career in science support and make a real difference behind the scenes?

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking school community where your contribution genuinely matters. We're looking for an organised, enthusiastic individual who enjoys practical work, teamwork, and supporting young people to succeed.

As an Entry Level Science Technician, you'll play an important part in supporting teaching and learning across the science department. You'll help ensure laboratories are safe, well-prepared, and fully equipped, allowing students and staff to focus on great science learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing laboratories, classrooms, and equipment for practical lessons, maintaining a safe and tidy working environment.
• Supporting the use, storage, and maintenance of scientific equipment and materials.
• Assisting teaching staff and students during practical activities and experiments.
• Helping to create and develop teaching resources, displays, and materials.
• Monitoring, cleaning, maintaining, and repairing equipment, or arranging specialist repairs where needed.
• Managing stock levels, ordering resources when authorised, and keeping accurate records.
• Supporting health and safety processes, including COSHH compliance, risk assessments, and safe disposal of materials.
• Assisting with IT and audio-visual equipment linked to science teaching and displays.
• Supporting events such as open evenings and other school activities when required.
• Carrying out general clerical and administrative tasks linked to the department.

You'll work closely with teaching staff and other technicians, contributing to best practice and supporting the development of skills within the team.

We're looking for someone who is motivated, reliable, and keen to learn.

You'll ideally have:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, maths, and a science subject.
• An interest in science and practical learning, with some relevant work experience being an advantage.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A collaborative, positive approach and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• A genuine commitment to supporting young people and helping them achieve their potential.
• A willingness to develop professionally and contribute to an inclusive school culture.

Relevant vocational qualifications in laboratory or technical subjects are welcome but not essential.

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing, including access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• A generous pension scheme and additional benefits, including health and retail discount schemes.
• A collaborative, inclusive working environment where diversity is valued.
• Opportunities to be part of wider sustainability and community initiatives.

• Working pattern: Full time or part time
• Term time only, plus INSET days and a small number of additional days during school holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)

Early applications are encouraged, as appointments may be made before the closing date.

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, and all staff are expected to share this commitment.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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