Science Technician
Job description
Science Technician – South Manchester Secondary Schools (Flexible Working)
Location: Cheadle/ Bramhall/ Wythenshawe/ Didsbury
Contract Type: Flexible (Part-time or Full-time options available)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Do you love science and want to make a real difference in education? We’re looking for a Science Technician to join our team and help bring science to life in secondary schools. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on, dynamic environment and values flexibility in their working pattern.
As a Science Technician, you’ll be responsible for preparing and maintaining laboratory equipment and materials, ensuring health and safety standards are met, and supporting teachers during experiments and demonstrations. You’ll also manage stock levels and order resources as needed, playing a vital role in the smooth running of science lessons.
We’re seeking a science graduate or someone with strong scientific knowledge. Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant in a secondary school is highly desirable, as it shows you understand the classroom environment. You’ll need excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff and students.
In return, we offer flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle, the chance to gain valuable experience in a school setting, and the opportunity to make a real impact on students’ learning. You’ll join a supportive environment with access to ongoing professional development and career progression.
Ready to inspire the next generation of scientists? Apply today!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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