Science Technician

Location: Battersea, South West London
Pay: £100–£130 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP / September Start

Are you organised, practical and passionate about science? We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Science Technician to join a welcoming secondary school in Battersea.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous laboratory, science technician or school experience, or for a science graduate looking to gain valuable experience within education.

The Role

As a Science Technician, you will play a key role in supporting the Science Department by ensuring practical lessons run safely and efficiently. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and setting up equipment and materials for Biology, Chemistry and Physics lessons.
• Maintaining laboratories and ensuring they are clean, organised and fully stocked.
• Supporting teachers during practical experiments where required.
• Managing stock levels, ordering equipment and safely storing chemicals.
• Ensuring all health and safety procedures are followed, including COSHH regulations.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and resources.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as a Science Technician or working in a laboratory is desirable.
• A science-related qualification or degree is advantageous.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive and flexible approach to work.
• Strong understanding of health and safety within a laboratory environment.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work in a supportive and well-resourced secondary school.
• Full-time, term-time only position.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.
• Potential for long-term or permanent opportunities.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference behind the scenes in science education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today by sending your CV, and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss the opportunity.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.