Job: Science Technician School: Secondary Academy, Lewisham, Southeast London Actual Annual Salary: £23,202 - £24,897 (FTE £28,123-£30,179) Start date: As soon as possible Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week (08:00 - 16:00 Monday to Friday), 42.9 paid weeks Aston Education is working with a large Ofsted Good 11-18 secondary school in Lewisham looking for afull-time Science Technicianto start as soon as possible. Benefits: Excellent modern facilitiesFree parkingAn extensive support networkLocal Government Pension SchemeExcellent professional development programmeLifestyle and discount savingsEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing supportHeadspace appStaff development - Secondment OpportunitiesRide to Work and Cycle to Work SchemesSeason ticket loans Key job responsibilities: This role involves providing technical support to the Science department, ensuring that teachers and pupils have the equipment, resources, and safe working environment needed to deliver high-quality science education. As a Science Technician, you will prepare, maintain, and organise practical equipment and materials for lessons, while also supporting the safe use of laboratories in line with health and safety guidelines. Qualifications, experience, and skills required include: GCSEs (or equivalent) in Science and MathematicsHealth & Safety training, COSHH awareness and CLEAPSS guidanceDegree in Science is desirableExperience working in a laboratory environmentPrevious work experience within a school settingKnowledge of safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals and equipmentA good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelinesThe school would particularly welcome applicants with a background in Physics, who can bring additional expertise in supporting Physics A Level practicals This is a vibrant and popular school and it's part of a respected Multi-Academy Trust. Closing date: As soon as possible To find out more and to apply for this Science Technicianjob, please contact Tarja Aila at Aston Education. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.