Science Technician | High-Performing Academy
Role: Science Technician
Location: Erith, London
Contract: Full-Time, Maternity Cover
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive salary depending on experience
A high-performing secondary academy in Erith is seeking a Science Technician to cover a temporary vacancy within its Science Department. The successful candidate will support teachers across KS3 and GCSE and ensure practical lessons are properly prepared.
The Role
Prepare daily practicals: Organise apparatus and resources for Science lessons.
Support Biology, Chemistry and Physics: Assist with practical work across all three disciplines.
Maintain laboratories: Ensure rooms and preparation areas are ready for teaching.
Monitor equipment: Carry out basic checks and report faults.
Manage consumables: Monitor stock and assist with ordering.
Support safety procedures: Follow school policies and recognised laboratory guidance.
The Candidate
Previous experience: School Science Technician or laboratory experience is preferred.
Science confident: Understands common practical equipment and procedures.
Organised: Able to work to a busy school timetable.
Reliable: Consistently completes preparation tasks on time.
Safety focused: Works carefully with equipment and chemicals.
Team oriented: Communicates effectively with teaching and support staff.
The Environment
Large secondary academy: A busy but structured school environment.
Established Science faculty: Work with specialist teachers across all three sciences.
Regular practical work: Strong emphasis on practical investigation.
Dedicated laboratories: Purpose-built teaching and preparation areas.
Supportive leadership: Clear procedures for staff and technical support.
Apply Now
If you are available immediately and have Science Technician or laboratory experience, please submit your CV.
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