Science Technician | Manchester | January 2026 start

Are you an experienced Science Technician who enjoys enabling great practical science? A large secondary school in Manchester is recruiting a proactive Science Technician to join a forward-looking science department from January 2026.

The Science Technician will play a key role in ensuring practical lessons run smoothly by preparing apparatus, testing and maintaining equipment, managing chemical stock and contributing to health & safety compliance. This Science Technician position in Manchester combines practical laboratory duties with organisational responsibilities such as stock control, equipment calibration and documentation. The post will commence January 2026, and the successful Science Technician will receive a full induction before January 2026.

Role responsibilities

• Prepare lesson resources, set up practical stations and clear/clean lab areas promptly after lessons.


• Maintain laboratory equipment, conduct routine checks and log maintenance or faults for repair.


• Manage chemical stocks and consumables, ensure correct labelling and secure storage in line with COSHH.


• Support staff and students during practical’s where required, demonstrating correct, safe procedures.


• Maintain up-to-date risk assessments, safety documentation and records for the science department.

Person specification

• Experience in laboratory support or technician work, with practical competence in equipment handling and basic maintenance.


• Sound knowledge of laboratory safety, COSHH, risk assessment and safe disposal procedures.


• Highly organised, able to manage inventories and to prioritise several simultaneous requests as Science Technician.


• Good communicator, able to liaise with teachers, external contractors and pupils across Manchester.


• Available to commence January 2026 and to attend induction and any mandatory training before January 2026.

To be considered for this Science Technician position, please forward a CV as soon as possible.