Science Technician Job Manchester area,Trafford England UK,Education / Teaching

Location: Trafford

The Dean Trust is seeking to appoint a Science Technician. In this role you will provide practical and technical support across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics for students in Years 7–11. The role involves preparing and setting up equipment, materials, and resources for lessons, maintaining laboratories and equipment, and supporting teachers in the safe and effective delivery of practical work. The technician will ensure compliance with health and safety procedures, assist with demonstrations when required, and contribute to the smooth running of the Science department.

We

are looking for an individual who possess:

Relevant Science qualification

Basic IT skills

Two to three years relevant work experience

Assist with ordering, procuring, storing and maintaining items

Setting up resources, equipment and materials for lessons

Experience of practical laboratory activities

Procedures for preparation, use and maintenance of materials and equipment

Awareness of health and safety issues relating to school science (an aware of CLEAPSS and/or COSHH regulations would be an advantage)

Working knowledge of secondary school science curriculum.

Able to demonstrate experiments and techniques to colleagues and students

Able to work on own initiative and to organise and prioritise tasks

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work flexibly as part of a team and be available for occasional out of hours work

Willingness to undertake training and keep abreast of current issues relevant to own area of work through networks, conferences and other meetings

Good health, attendance and punctuality record

Final date to receive applications: 8:00am Friday 14 August 2026 Interview date:
To be confirmed

We are an Equal Opportunities employer committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates including those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics.

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