Jobs, fresher vacancy - Science Technician 11-16 • Birmingham

Company: Protocol Education

Birmingham

Secondary School Science TechnicianLocation: Birmingham, B4 Start date: ASAP Contract: Full-time or Part-time, Term Time Only Salary: £110–£135 per day (depending on experience) PAYE – No Umbrella! Love a well-organised lab? Handy with a Bunsen burner and a stopwatch? This Science Technician role could be just your element. We’re working with a forward-thinking secondary school in Birmingham looking for a proactive, safety-savvy Science Technician to support their busy science department.It’s a vital behind-the-scenes role that helps make every practical lesson possible—and every experiment a little more exciting. About the SchoolPart of a high-performing multi-academy trust, this school places huge value on science learning.With a well-equipped department, great leadership, and a warm team environment, it’s a great place to put your skills to good use and develop them even further. The RoleAs a Science Technician, you’ll support the delivery of safe, engaging practical science lessons by: Preparing equipment and materials for experiments across Biology, Chemistry, and PhysicsMaintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring stock levels are managedSetting up and clearing away practical activitiesSupporting teaching staff with lesson preparation and demonstrationsEnsuring the lab complies with health and safety guidelines (CLEAPSS experience a bonus) What We’re Looking For Science A-levels (or equivalent), with a degree or technician experience a bonusKnowledge of safe lab practices and a methodical, organised mindsetConfidence handling equipment and supporting practical lessonsA team player with strong communication and problem-solving skillsAn enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) What You’ll Get A friendly, supportive department where technicians are truly valuedOn-the-job training and CPD opportunitiesWeekly PAYE pay no umbrella company deductionsPersonal support from a dedicated Protocol consultantLong-term or permanent potential for the right candidate Ready to get stuck in?Apply today or get in touch to find out more—we’d love to help you take the next step in your school science career.All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.