Science Tec SEN School

Science Technician – SEN School | Carshalton
Full-Time Role | September Start
Long-Term Opportunity
Recruiting via Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a specialist SEN school in Carshalton to recruit a dedicated and organised Science Technician for a full-time role starting in September.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for Science and education to support the delivery of engaging practical lessons within a specialist setting. The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing resources, maintaining equipment, and supporting staff to ensure students have access to high-quality learning experiences.

About the Role

• Preparing and setting up equipment and materials for Science lessons
• Supporting practical activities across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
• Maintaining, cleaning, and storing laboratory equipment safely
• Monitoring stock levels and ordering resources when required
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Supporting teachers with lesson preparation and practical demonstrations
• Assisting with risk assessments and maintaining laboratory records
• Working closely with teaching staff to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Contributing to a safe, organised, and engaging learning environment

Essential Requirements – Please Read Carefully

✔️ Previous experience as a Science Technician or within a laboratory/science-based environment

✔️ Good knowledge of laboratory health and safety procedures

✔️ Strong organisational and practical skills

✔️ Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

✔️ An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, supporting students with SEN

✔️ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

✔️ Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Person Specification

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine interest in Science and education
• Is highly organised and detail-oriented
• Can manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
• Is proactive and uses initiative
• Enjoys working within a specialist educational environment
• Is patient, adaptable, and supportive when working around students with additional needs
• Can contribute positively to a collaborative school team

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive, market-leading pay rates
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant
• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and rewarding SEN setting
• Potential for long-term progression and permanent opportunities

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Science Technician or have a Science-related background and are looking for an exciting opportunity within an SEN school in Carshalton, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply today or send your updated CV to find out more about this rewarding role starting in September.

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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.
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