Role Category & Location Sector: High-Achieving Local Authority Secondary School (with Sixth Form). Location: Sheffield (Yorkshire and the Humber, England). Start Date: Permanent, full-time role commencing January 2026. The Opportunity & Role Profile This major secondary school requires a highly organised and skilled Science Technician to provide essential technical support across all three sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) up to A-Level. The role is vital for ensuring the safe, efficient, and inspiring delivery of practical science lessons. Core Responsibilities & Duties Scope Lab Preparer: Preparing apparatus, chemical solutions, and biological materials for daily practical lessons and examinations. Safety Champion: Ensuring strict compliance with CLEAPSS guidelines, managing chemical inventory, and maintaining a safe and organised laboratory environment. Resource Coordinator: Repairing equipment, managing stock, and efficiently ordering new supplies within budget constraints. Compensation & Benefits Essential Requirements: Previous experience as a Science Technician or relevant scientific qualification/background, with strong commitment to laboratory safety. Salary: Competitive salary paid on the local government scale (expected to be £25,000 - £30,000 per annum). Support: Generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and dedicated budget for technical training