Laboratory & Science Technician

Location: Leeds

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

School Type: Secondary School & Sixth Form (Co-educational)

Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only + 1 Week (37 hours per week)

An Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ secondary school and Sixth Form in Leeds is seeking a meticulous, practical, and enthusiastic Science Technician to join their dedicated STEM Technical Support team. This is a vital role for a laboratory specialist, whether an experienced school science technician, an industry lab assistant, or a science graduate, to play an active behind-the-scenes role in delivering safe, inspiring, and high-impact practical science education across West Yorkshire.

About the Role

As a Science Technician, you will serve as an essential operational pillar within the Science faculty, enabling practical experimentation across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Working alongside the Senior Technician and specialist teaching staff, you will prepare chemical solutions, calibrate experimental apparatus, manage lab stock, and ensure that practical investigations across Key Stages 3, 4 (GCSE), and 5 (A-Level) run safely, smoothly, and seamlessly.

• Start Date: Immediate or upcoming term

• Environment: A flagship Yorkshire secondary school celebrated for high academic progress scores, outstanding A-Level STEM outcomes, and modern laboratory facilities

• Culture: A supportive, safety-conscious, and collaborative environment where technical skill, attention to detail, and a passion for practical science are highly valued

Key Responsibilities

• Practical & Lab Preparation: Prepare, assemble, and test apparatus, chemical reagents, biological specimens, and physics equipment for daily practical lessons, practical endorsements, and formal assessments.

• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to CLEAPSS guidelines, COSHH regulations, and school health and safety policies, conducting routine risk assessments and managing safe chemical waste disposal.

• Inventory & Prep Room Management: Maintain clean, safe, and well-organized preparation rooms and laboratories; monitor stock levels of consumables and chemicals; and assist with ordering equipment.

• Maintenance & Calibration: Regularly inspect, clean, calibrate, and service laboratory instruments, reporting machinery faults and arranging specialist repairs when required.

• In-Class Technical Support: Assist teaching staff during complex practical demonstrations and offer technical support to Sixth Form students undertaking independent research projects or A-Level practical tasks.

Requirements

• A strong educational background in Science (A-Level, Higher National Diploma, or University Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, or a related discipline).

• Proven practical experience in a laboratory environment (prior technical experience within a secondary school, college, or university lab setting is highly advantageous).

• Sound knowledge of laboratory safety protocols, CLEAPSS procedures, COSHH guidelines, and risk assessment management.

• Excellent organizational skills, practical dexterity, and high attention to detail when preparing chemical solutions or setting up delicate equipment.

• Strong team-working abilities, initiative under pressure, and a helpful, proactive approach to supporting young people in a practical learning space.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: West Yorkshire Support Staff Scale (commensurate with technical experience, pro-rata for term-time plus 1 week).

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), generous holiday pro-rata allowance, funded CLEAPSS training and professional CPD courses, and access to staff health and wellbeing schemes.

How to Apply

If you are a detail-oriented, science-minded professional eager to deliver outstanding laboratory support at a top-performing secondary school in Leeds, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible for consideration.