Science Technician – Secondary School in Southwark

Job Title: Science Technician

Location: Southwark Inner London

School Type: 1118 Secondary School & Sixth Form

Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary:per annum (Local Government Pay Scale / Inner London Weighting)

Role Overview

A progressive secondary school in Southwark is seeking an organized safety-conscious and proactive Science Technician to join their busy Science department this key support role you will work alongside teaching staff to deliver high-quality technical assistance across Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 (GCSE Science) and Key Stage 5 (A Level Biology Chemistry and Physics). You will be responsible for preparing equipment and chemical solutions maintaining laboratory safety standards and ensuring practical science lessons run smoothly and securely.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare set up and clear away equipment chemicals and specimens required for daily practical science lessons and examinations.

• Maintain rigorous laboratory health and safety protocols in line with CLEAPSS guidelines and COSHH regulations.

• Safely manage store and dispose of chemical reagents biological specimens and specialist lab equipment.

• Carry out routine maintenance calibration and safety checks on laboratory apparatus logging equipment faults and arranging repairs.

• Maintain stock inventories order laboratory consumables and assist in managing the departmental equipment budget.

Key Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Science (A Level Higher National Diploma or BSc in Chemistry Biology Physics or related discipline).

• Previous experience working as a Science Technician in a school college or commercial laboratory setting.

• Strong working knowledge of CLEAPSS safety standards COSHH regulations and general laboratory safety practices.

• Excellent organizational skills meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently under time constraints.

• Legal right to work in the UK.

School Highlights & Benefits

• State-of-the-art science laboratories and fully resourced technical preparation rooms.

• Collaborative and supportive science department with opportunities for professional development (e.g. CLEAPSS technician training).

• Vibrant Southwark location with excellent Inner London transport links (Jubilee Line Northern Line London Overground and Thameslink).

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) enrolment and term-time-only working hours.

Application

To apply for this Science Technician role at a secondary school in Southwark starting ASAP please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.