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Looking for a private school with a flourishing Science department in Cambridge?
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 in Cambridge 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 school’s 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: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
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 in Cambridge with an outstanding Science department, please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.