Science Technician

Company: Tradewind Recruitment
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Location: Slough
Job Description:

Science Technician – Secondary School – Slough

Start Date: September

Contract: Full-time, Term-time only

Pay: £95-£105 per day (depending on experience)

A well-regarded secondary school in Slough is seeking a Science Technician to join their busy and supportive Science department. This full-time role is ideal for graduates or experienced technicians with a strong science background who are looking to support practical learning in a school environment.

The school has a strong emphasis on STEM education and practical-based learning, with well-equipped laboratories and a collaborative Science team. As a Science Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring lessons run smoothly by preparing materials, maintaining equipment and supporting safe practical experiments across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare equipment, materials and resources for Science lessons
  • Support teachers during practical experiments
  • Ensure laboratories are fully stocked, safe and well maintained
  • Assist with setting up demonstrations and experiments across KS3 and KS4
  • Maintain health and safety standards within the Science department

The Ideal Candidate

  • A degree in Science or a related subject is desirable (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong understanding of Biology, Chemistry or Physics practical work
  • Good organisational and time‑management skills
  • A proactive and reliable approach to work
  • Experience in a lab or school environment is advantageous

Why Apply

  • Hands‑on role within a well‑resourced Science department
  • Excellent experience in a school STEM environment
  • Supportive and experienced teaching and technician team
  • Opportunity to develop technical and laboratory skills

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026