Role: Science Technician
Secondary School – Darwen, Lancashire
Temporary to Permanent | Start: April 2026
We are working with a welcoming secondary school in Darwen, Lancashire, who are seeking a Science Technician to join their team from April 2026 on a temporary-to-permanent basis.
This is an excellent opportunity to support the delivery of high-quality science education in a busy and well-resourced department.
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday | 8:00am – 4:00pm
The Role:
As a Science Technician, you will play a key role in supporting the science department by ensuring lessons run smoothly and safely. Duties will include:
* Preparing, setting up, and clearing away equipment for science lessons
* Supporting practical lessons across Biology, Chemistry and Physics
* Maintaining, organising, and safely storing equipment and materials
* Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times
* Supporting teaching staff with practical demonstrations and experiments
* Assisting with stock control and ordering of resources
The Ideal Candidate:
* Previous experience as a Science Technician or in a laboratory environment (desirable)
* A good understanding of health and safety in a science setting
* Organised, reliable, and able to work independently
* A team player with strong communication skills
* Experience working in a school setting is advantageous
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated Science Technician looking for a new opportunity from April 2026, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for more information.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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