School Science Technician – Buckinghamshire

Science Technician – Buckinghamshire

Newstaff Employment is hiring a practical and organised Science Technician in Buckinghamshire to support a busy secondary school science department; in this role, you will prepare laboratory equipment, maintain safety standards and ensure practical lessons run smoothly and efficiently.

Location: Buckinghamshire
Salary: £29,250 – £33,160 per annum (equivalent competitive hourly rate)
Working Hours: To be confirmed
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent

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Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up laboratory equipment, materials and solutions; therefore, practical lessons run safely and on time
• Support teachers and students during experiments while following CLEAPSS and school health and safety procedures
• Maintain, repair and organise scientific apparatus, chemicals and storage areas
• Carry out risk assessments, safety inspections and PAT testing to ensure compliance
• Monitor stock levels, place orders and check deliveries accurately
• Maintain detailed records of equipment, chemicals and departmental resources
• Provide general departmental support, including displays, cleaning equipment and assisting SEND pupils when required
• Liaise with supply staff, neighbouring schools and external organisations to coordinate resources

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous laboratory or school science experience preferred
• Strong understanding of health and safety within a lab setting
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Clear communication skills when working with staff and pupils
• Flexible and reliable approach within a busy school environment

Why Join?

• Competitive salary between £29,250 and £33,160 per annum
• Temporary to permanent opportunity
• Supportive and friendly agency team
• Opportunity to contribute to a thriving secondary school science department
• Stable working environment within education

How to Apply

Interested in this teaching role? Don’t hang about—send us your CV and one of our friendly team members at Newstaff Education Recruitment Agency will be in touch soon.

Give Kay a call on 01582 877 002, or send your CV over to kay.vincelli@newstaffemployment.co.uk

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Safeguarding Statement

Newstaff is committed to safeguarding children; the successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS with further vetting checks, including references taken. If you have lived outside the UK for more than 6 months in the past 10 years, you will need to provide an overseas police good conduct check.

Reference: ScienceTech