Job Advert – Laboratory / Science Technician (including classroom support)
Grade 4 NJC (pro rata)
37 hours per week, term time only - Actual salary £21,508 - £21,849

Required: September 2026

Join our team and support high-quality science teaching and learning

We are seeking to appoint a skilled and committed Laboratory / Science Technician to provide a comprehensive technical support service to our Science Department. This is a key role within the school, ensuring that practical lessons, coursework and examinations are delivered safely, effectively and to a high standard.

You will work closely with teaching staff and pupils, supporting both the preparation of resources and learning activities within the classroom.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Prepare and provide science equipment, apparatus and chemical solutions for lessons
• Set up and test practical experiments in advance to ensure they run effectively
• Maintain laboratories, preparation rooms and chemical stores in line with health and safety and COSHH requirements
• Monitor, maintain and repair equipment where possible, arranging external repairs when required
• Support stock control, including ordering, recording and safe storage of materials and chemicals
• Build, adapt or assemble apparatus to support practical learning
• Work closely with teaching staff to support the delivery of the science curriculum

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong practical and organisational skills
• Has experience working in a laboratory, workshop or school environment (desirable)
• Has a good understanding of health and safety, including COSHH (or is willing to develop this)
• Is confident working with equipment, materials and, where required, chemicals
• Can work independently and manage competing priorities
• Has good communication skills

Closing date: 5th June 2026 at Noon

For further information regarding this role, please contact lcc@malbank.cheshire.sch.uk