Science Technician - High Achieving Newcastle School
Role Category & Location
- Sector: High-Achieving Local Authority Secondary School (with Sixth Form).
- Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (North East, England).
- Start Date: Permanent, full-time role commencing January 2026.
The Opportunity & Role Profile
This successful secondary school requires a highly organized and skilled Science Technician to provide technical support across all three sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics). The role is vital for ensuring the safe, efficient, and inspiring delivery of practical science lessons to students up to A-Level.
Core Responsibilities & Duties Scope
- Lab Preparer: Preparing apparatus, chemical solutions, and biological materials for daily practical lessons and examinations (GCSE/A-Level).
- Safety Champion: Ensuring strict compliance with CLEAPSS guidelines, managing chemical inventory, and maintaining a safe and organized laboratory environment.
- Resource Coordinator: Repairing equipment, managing stock, and ordering new supplies efficiently 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 £24,000 - £29,000 per annum).
- Support: Generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and dedicated budget for technical training.
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