Job description
Biology Technician
Location: Sheffield
Job Type: Full-time, Temporary (ASAP – End of Academic Year)
Working Hours:
1. Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:00pm
2. Friday: 8:00am – 3:30pm
About the Role
Prospero Teaching is working in partnership with a well-established secondary school in Sheffield to recruit a dedicated and organised Biology Technician to support a busy and dynamic Science department. This is a full-time position starting as soon as possible and continuing until the end of the academic year.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for science and a keen eye for detail to play a vital role in supporting high-quality teaching and learning.
Key Responsibilities
3. Preparing, setting up, and clearing away equipment and materials for Biology lessons
4. Supporting teachers and students during practical experiments
5. Maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring it is clean, safe, and ready for use
6. Managing stock levels, ordering supplies, and keeping accurate records
7. Ensuring all health and safety regulations are adhered to within the laboratory
8. Providing general administrative support to the Science department as required
The Ideal Candidate
9. Has previous experience working in a laboratory or school science department (desirable)
10. Holds a relevant science qualification or has a strong background in Biology
11. Is highly organised, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently
12. Has a proactive approach and can work independently as well as part of a team
13. Demonstrates a strong commitment to health and safety procedures
14. Has an enhanced DBS on the update service (or is willing to obtain one)
What Prospero Teaching Offers
15. Competitive pay rates
16. Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
17. Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a supportive school environment
18. Potential for future roles within education
If you are enthusiastic about science and eager to support students and teachers in a thriving secondary school environment, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV to secure this fantastic opportunity!