Physical Science Technician

Location: Milton KeynesStart Date: September 2026Hours: 37 Hours per Week Term Time OnlySalary: £21,261 Actual Annual Salary (Permanent)Temporary Rate: £90 - £105 per Day

We are seeking a dedicated and organised Science Technician to join a thriving secondary school in Milton Keynes from September.

This is an excellent opportunity to become a valued member of the Science Department, providing essential technical support to teaching staff and helping to ensure practical lessons run smoothly and safely.

• Monday to Thursday: 8:00am - 3:50pm
• Friday: 8:00am - 3:20pm
• 37 hours per week
• Term time only

As a Science Technician, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of engaging science lessons by:

• Preparing and setting up equipment and materials for practical experiments
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and resources
• Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed
• Managing stock levels and ordering supplies when required
• Supporting teaching staff with practical lesson preparation
• Keeping laboratories organised, clean, and safe

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a background in Science (desirable but not essential)
• Has experience working in a Science department, school laboratory, or similar environment (advantageous)
• Is highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Has strong attention to detail
• Can work independently as well as part of a team
• Is committed to supporting high-quality teaching and learning

Whether you have previous experience as a Science Technician or are looking to utilise your scientific knowledge in an educational setting, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure your place in this rewarding role for September.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.