Science Technician - #2142139

Bristol
Start date: September 2026
Pay rate: £100-£115 per day

Tradewind Recruitment is looking to speak with experienced Senior Science Technicians with previous experience working within a secondary school science department, who are interested in opportunities across Bristol from September 2026.

Whether you're looking for day-to-day supply, a longer-term position or a new school environment, we'd like to hear from you.

Before applying, please confirm:

• Do you have previous experience working as a Science Technician within a secondary school?
• Do you have experience supporting practical lessons across Biology, Chemistry and Physics?
• Are you available for work across Bristol from September 2026?
• Do you have experience preparing equipment, chemicals and resources for practical lessons?
• Are you confident working independently within a busy science department?

Tradewind Recruitment is building its team of education professionals ahead of the new academic year, with opportunities available across Bristol and the surrounding areas.

At Tradewind, we specialise in connecting skilled education professionals with schools across the UK.

With over 240 5-star Google reviews from our candidates, past and present, we pride ourselves on providing a professional and responsive service.

Our experienced consultants support you throughout the registration and placement process, helping you find opportunities that match your experience, location and availability.

As a Senior Science Technician, you will support the day-to-day running of a secondary school science department.

You will work closely with teaching staff to prepare practical lessons, organise equipment and resources, maintain laboratories and ensure practical activities are delivered safely and effectively.

The role would suit an experienced Science Technician who is organised, proactive and confident working independently.

You may support practical lessons across Biology, Chemistry and Physics, preparing equipment and materials in advance and ensuring teachers have the resources they need.

You will also be expected to follow relevant health and safety procedures, including COSHH requirements.

• Preparing equipment and resources for practical science lessons.
• Supporting practical work across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Preparing chemicals, specimens, apparatus and other materials.
• Working with teachers to prepare for upcoming practical lessons.
• Supporting practical demonstrations and experiments.
• Maintaining laboratories, preparation areas and equipment.
• Monitoring stock and ensuring resources are available.
• Ensuring equipment and chemicals are stored safely.
• Following health & safety, COSHH and school procedures.
• Identifying and reporting damaged or unsafe equipment.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Supporting the wider science department.

Competitive pay: Rates of £100-£115 per day, with our consultants always seeking the best available rate.

Flexibility: Day-to-day and longer-term opportunities to suit your availability.

Variety: Gain experience across different secondary schools and science departments throughout Bristol.

Professional development: Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses, webinars and resources through the National College.

Dedicated support: A dedicated consultant to support you throughout registration and placement.

Career opportunities: Supply work can lead to longer-term and permanent positions.

A trusted employer: Proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for four consecutive years.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.

If you're an experienced Senior Science Technician with secondary school experience and are looking for opportunities from September 2026, we'd like to hear from you.

Whether you're looking for day-to-day supply, additional hours or longer-term work, we can discuss the opportunities available across Bristol and the surrounding areas.

Click 'Apply now' or contact Kyle Payze on (phone number removed) or (url removed) to discuss the opportunities available.

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