School Science Technician

School Science Technician – Outstanding Secondary School 📍 Location: East London 💼 Job Type: Long Term 🗓️ Start Date: ASAP 💰 Salary: £15.50-16.50 per hour ⏰ Hours: 08:00 – 16:00, Term Time Only An Outstanding secondary school in East London is looking to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic Science Technician to support the Science department starting ASAP. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-resourced and forward-thinking school, working in a collaborative environment that values technical support as key to student success in science education. Key Responsibilities: * Preparing materials and equipment for practical science lessons * Supporting teachers during science experiments and practicals * Ensuring laboratories are clean, safe, and well-stocked * Managing stock, ordering supplies, and maintaining equipment * Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations Requirements: * Previous experience as a science technician (preferred) or in a laboratory setting * Strong understanding of health and safety in a school science environment * Good organisational skills and attention to detail * Safer recruitment process in line with DfE regulations * A background in science (education or work-based) is desirable What’s on Offer: * Competitive salary * 08:00 – 16:00 working hours, Monday to Friday * Term time only for excellent work-life balance * Permanent position in a supportive, high-achieving school * Ongoing training and development opportunities If you’re a motivated individual with a passion for science and education, this is your chance to make a real difference in a dynamic and inspiring school setting. We look forward to receivng your application. For further information on this school science technician vacancy please apply via this advert and a member of Blue Skies Education will be in touch thereafter. Please be advised that this school science technician role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that the successful applicant must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service. We can talk you through this. The job vacancy may be closed earlier than the closing date if we secure a suitable candidate so please apply ASAP to avoid any potential disappointment. We look forward to receiving your application