Science Technician Esteemed Private School in Reading!

Looking for a private school with a flourishing Science department in Reading

A prestigious private school with an exceptional nationally respected Science department is seeking a skilled proactive and dedicated Science Technician to join its thriving academic community.

Job Overview

Our client is recruiting for a Science Technician to begin in January 2026. This outstanding private co-educational school is renowned for:

• its superb academic standards

• a deeply supportive pastoral ethos and

• a rich and varied co-curricular programme.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting practical science teaching across Biology Chemistry and Physics ensuring lessons are well-prepared safe and engaging. You will work closely with experienced teaching staff and support highly motivated pupils with a strong enthusiasm for scientific enquiry.

The School

This is a school where excellence in Science is truly celebrated. The department is widely recognised for its high academic outcomes well-equipped laboratories and strong emphasis on hands-on experimentation and investigative learning.

Pupils benefit from:

• a broad and ambitious science curriculum

• regular practical and experimental work

• exposure to modern scientific techniques and equipment and

• opportunities to develop analytical thinking problem-solving and scientific curiosity.

Parents frequently praise the schools nurturing environment strong academic values and commitment to developing confident inquisitive and well-rounded young people.

Staff describe the school as supportive well-led and professionally rewarding with a strong emphasis on teamwork autonomy and continuous professional development.

Benefits typically include:

• Outstanding CPD and opportunities for career progression

• Modern laboratories and exceptional technical resources

• A genuine focus on staff wellbeing

• Fee remission (where applicable)

• A vibrant co-curricular programme including STEM clubs science competitions enrichment activities and educational visits

Location: Reading Berkshire
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Highly competitive and dependent on experience

Science Technician Experience and Qualifications

• A qualification in Science or a related discipline (or equivalent laboratory experience)

• Previous experience as a Science Technician or in a laboratory setting (desirable)

• Strong knowledge of health and safety procedures including COSHH

• Excellent organisational and practical skills

• The ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff and other technicians

• Confidence supporting practical work across all key stages

• The legal right to work in the UK

Application

If you are a reliable organised and enthusiastic Science Technician looking to join a private school with an outstanding Science department please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.