Job Description

Are you an experienced Science Technician looking for a rewarding full-time opportunity in a secondary school setting?

Academics is recruiting on behalf of a supportive secondary school in Congleton that is seeking a knowledgeable and organised Science Technician to join their Science Department. The school is looking to appoint someone both immediately and from September on a full-time, fixed-term basis.

The role will initially run until December, with the potential for extension beyond this date.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

• Prepare, set up, and clear away equipment and materials for practical science lessons
• Support teaching staff with the delivery of practical experiments across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure resources are readily available
• Safely store and handle chemicals and scientific equipment
• Assist with risk assessments and departmental safety procedures
• Provide technical support to teaching staff and students where appropriate

• Previous experience working as a Science Technician within a school or educational setting
• Strong scientific knowledge and understanding of laboratory procedures
• Experience preparing practical resources and equipment for science lessons
• Good awareness of health and safety requirements within a laboratory environment
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• A relevant science qualification or degree (desirable)

• Competitive daily rates of £100-£120 per day (depending on experience)
• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions
• Dedicated support from experienced education consultants
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and well-resourced secondary school
• Potential for the contract to be extended beyond the initial fixed-term period
• Access to a range of education opportunities across Cheshire and Staffordshire

If you're an experienced Science Technician looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your most up-to-date CV for immediate consideration, and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.