Job Title: Science Technician
Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

About the School

An excellent mixed secondary school in Bournemouth is seeking an experienced Science Technician to join its established science department.

The role will involve supporting practical lessons across the science curriculum and ensuring laboratories, equipment and resources are prepared safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing practical experiments.

• Setting up laboratory equipment.

• Preparing materials and resources.

• Supporting teachers during practical lessons.

• Maintaining laboratories and preparation rooms.

• Cleaning and storing equipment.

• Monitoring departmental stock.

• Ordering and replenishing resources.

• Checking equipment for faults.

• Maintaining laboratory records.

• Following COSHH and health and safety procedures.

• Supporting practical demonstrations and investigations.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Science Technician within a school is essential.

• Previous secondary school laboratory experience.

• Strong health and safety awareness.

• Practical and methodical approach.

• Excellent organisational skills.

• Ability to manage competing priorities.

• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

How to Apply

Candidates with previous school-based Science Technician experience should submit an up-to-date CV highlighting their laboratory and practical experience.