Science Technician – Independent Secondary School, Cambridge
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale
School Information
This is a prestigious 11 to 18 co-educational Independent School in Cambridge, renowned for its exceptional academic standards, innovative teaching, and holistic approach to student development. The school attracts pupils from diverse backgrounds and maintains a warm, respectful and intellectually curious culture where students are challenged and supported to excel.
With outstanding facilities, small class sizes and highly qualified subject specialists, the school provides an enriching curriculum that encourages creativity, independence and critical thinking. Science is one of the school’s strongest departments, with consistently high GCSE and A Level results and excellent uptake in Biology, Chemistry and Physics at sixth form.
The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral wellbeing, ensuring students feel safe, confident and valued. Staff wellbeing is equally prioritised, with excellent professional development opportunities, collaborative working practices and strong leadership support. The school fosters innovation, embraces modern technology and maintains excellent laboratory resources.
Science Department
The Science Department is dynamic, forward-thinking and exceptionally well-resourced. It comprises modern laboratories, preparation rooms, specialist equipment, data-logging technology, contemporary safety systems and a wide range of apparatus to support advanced practical work.
The department values curiosity, experimentation and scientific enquiry, regularly running clubs, competitions, STEM weeks and partnerships with universities. Science Technicians play a crucial role in enabling high-quality teaching and safe, purposeful learning environments.
The Science Technician will support teachers across Biology, Chemistry and Physics, ensuring that practical activities are fully prepared, equipment is maintained and safety procedures are followed meticulously. You will work closely with a supportive team of technicians and academic staff.
Requirements
• Experience in a laboratory or science technician role (school experience desirable)
• Strong understanding of laboratory safety, including COSHH and risk assessments
• Ability to prepare and set up practical experiments across all three sciences
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage stock and equipment
• Confidence handling chemicals and laboratory apparatus
• Good IT skills and willingness to use digital systems for tracking and preparation
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required
• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• A commitment to supporting teaching staff and contributing to outstanding student learning
Application
To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.