Science Technician - School Laboratory Role

Are you passionate about science and enjoy working behind the scenes to make practical lessons run smoothly? A secondary school in Hounslow is looking for a proactive and well-organised Science Technician to support its science faculty from September 2026.

The position is offered on a full-time basis, Monday to Friday, and is initially expected to run for around one term. There is a strong possibility that the placement will continue beyond the initial period, making this an attractive opportunity for someone looking for longer-term work in education.

You will work closely with teachers across the science department, helping them prepare engaging practical activities and ensuring laboratories, equipment and resources are maintained to a high standard.

The Opportunity

This is a varied practical role rather than a purely administrative position. You will be involved in preparing demonstrations, setting up experiments, managing resources and making sure everything required for lessons is available when needed.

You will play an important part in creating a safe and effective environment where pupils can develop their understanding of scientific concepts through practical work.

Your Day-to-Day Duties

• Prepare solutions, specimens, apparatus and other resources for lessons.

• Assist with practical demonstrations and classroom experiments.

• Organise laboratory equipment ready for use by teachers and students.

• Clean, maintain and safely store scientific apparatus.

• Monitor stock levels and help replenish department supplies.

• Identify damaged or faulty equipment and report issues appropriately.

• Follow COSHH, health and safety and school procedures.

• Assist with maintaining laboratory records and documentation.

• Work collaboratively with teachers and other members of the science team.

• Help ensure practical sessions are delivered safely and efficiently.

The Ideal Candidate

• Degree or relevant qualification in a scientific discipline is desirable.

• Previous laboratory or technical experience.

• Strong practical understanding of science equipment and procedures.

• High level of attention to detail.

• Organised approach with the ability to prioritise competing tasks.

• Comfortable working in a busy school environment.

• Reliable, flexible and able to work independently.

• Strong awareness of workplace and laboratory safety.

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

• Right to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Full-time role, Monday to Friday.

• September 2026 start.

• Approximately one-term initial assignment.

• Strong potential for the role to be extended.

• Opportunity to gain experience within a school science department.

• Varied and practical working environment.

• Competitive daily rate.

• Dedicated support from your recruitment consultant.

• Excellent opportunity to develop your career in Hounslow.

If you're a practical, organised science professional who enjoys supporting experiments and helping others get the most from scientific resources, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your CV to seema.parbat@twrecruitment.com to be considered for this Science Technician role in Hounslow.