Job Title: Science Technician
Location: Tower Hamlets
Salary: £110 - £130 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Long Term until April 2025

Are you a dedicated and detail-oriented Science Technician with a passion for supporting high-quality science education?

Do you thrive in a laboratory environment, ensuring that practical experiments run smoothly and safely? If so, GSL Education invites you to apply for an exciting opportunity as a Science Technician in a dynamic secondary school based in Tower Hamlets. This role requires precision, organisation and a strong understanding of laboratory protocols. You will assist teaching staff in setting up practical experiments, maintaining an orderly lab environment and ensuring that all safety procedures are strictly followed.

Role Overview:

As a Science Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting the Science Department, ensuring that all practical lessons are well-prepared and meet safety regulations. You will be responsible for the organisation, maintenance and preparation of laboratory equipment, chemicals and resources, enabling teachers and students to engage in hands-on scientific learning.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare, organise and maintain laboratory equipment, materials and chemicals for practical science lessons.
Support science teachers in setting up experiments and demonstrations, ensuring smooth lesson delivery.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, implementing necessary risk assessments for all lab activities.
Maintain an inventory of laboratory stock, ordering new supplies as needed to support the curriculum.
Monitor and maintain equipment, ensuring that all apparatus and materials are stored correctly and in good condition.
Assist students in practical lessons where necessary, guiding correct handling of scientific equipment.
Safely dispose of waste materials and chemicals under legal and environmental regulations.
Stay updated with the latest safety protocols and scientific developments, contributing to a safe and effective learning environment.
Support in the development of new experiments and learning resources to enhance the science curriculum.

Requirements of the Science Technician:

Previous experience working as a Science Technician within a school, college, or laboratory environment is highly advantageous.
Experience in preparing, organising and maintaining laboratory equipment and resources for practical science lessons and also in stock management, ordering laboratory supplies and maintaining inventory records.
A track record of ensuring compliance with safety regulations and conducting risk assessments for experiments.
A strong understanding of laboratory procedures, equipment and scientific principles relevant to a secondary school science curriculum.
In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations, including COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) guidelines, CLEAPSS (Consortium of Local Education Authorities for the Provision of Science Services) safety procedures and risk assessment protocols.
Familiarity with the safe handling, preparation and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials in a school setting.
Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

What does GSL Education Offer?

Attractive pay rates of £110-£130 per day, based on your experience and expertise.
Opportunity to work in a leading secondary school, contributing to a high-achieving science department.
Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.
A supportive and inclusive working environment, where your contributions are valued.
The chance to inspire the next generation of scientists by supporting an engaging and practical curriculum.

If you are an enthusiastic Science Technician looking to make a meaningful impact in education, we would love to hear from you!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Science Technician’ role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.