Science Technician Wanted for a Rural Buckinghamshire Grammar School!

Perched elegantly on the banks of the River Thames in the affluent riverside town/village of Marlow Buckinghamshire a high-achieving selective grammar school is looking for a meticulous enthusiastic Science Technician to join our flourishing science faculty on a permanent full-time basis starting as soon as possible.

In this vital academic support role you will be the driving force behind our practical chemistry biology and physics lessons ensuring that teachers and high-ability students have impeccably prepared apparatus and safe cutting-edge resources to fuel their scientific curiosity.

Working alongside the Senior Science Technician and Heads of Science you will prepare practical experiments manage chemical stocks maintain specialized laboratory instruments and uphold strict health and safety standards across our modern science labs.

• Practical Lesson Preparation: Accurately assemble and test chemicals biological specimens and physics apparatus for Key Stage 3 GCSE and A-Level practicals.

• Safety & COSHH Management: Maintain rigorous compliance with CLEAPSS guidelines manage chemical storage inventories and ensure safe disposal of hazardous waste.

• Equipment Maintenance: Clean service and calibrate sensitive laboratory equipment glassware balances and optical microscopes.

• Stock & Resource Ordering: Monitor departmental consumable stocks source reliable suppliers and manage equipment procurement within budget.

• Classroom Support: Assist teaching staff during complex demonstrations offering technical troubleshooting and student guidance where needed.

• Safety Compliance Audits: Conduct routine safety checks on fume cupboards eye-wash stations and first-aid kits across all labs.

• Academic Excellence: A high-performing aspirational school environment with exceptional student behavior and a collaborative science department.

• Competitive Salary: A stable annual salary ofper annum (dependent on science background and qualifications).

• Contract & Benefits: Full-time year-round contract featuring regular working hours generous holiday allowance and a robust local government pension scheme.

• Perks: Free on-site parking in a stunning riverside location alongside dedicated training opportunities for advanced laboratory techniques.

• Scientific Background: A degree in Chemistry Biology Physics or equivalent scientific discipline combined with proven laboratory experience.

• Technical Knowledge: Sound understanding of secondary science curriculums and practical safety protocols (CLEAPSS COSHH).

• Methodical Mindset: Highly organized detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple practical requests simultaneously under tight time constraints.

• Interpersonal Skills: Approachable patient and able to communicate clearly with academic staff and academically driven students.

• Compliance Requirement: An enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or readiness to complete a clearance process prior to starting).

Ready to inspire the next generation of scientists in a top-tier academic setting Submit your CV today to secure an immediate interview and lab tour!