Science Teaching Assistant / Science Technician - South Manchester

Science Teaching Assistant / Science Technician – South Manchester

Location: South Manchester Start: ASAP / Ongoing Opportunities Contract: Full-time and long-term opportunities Sector: Secondary Education

Teaching Personnel are looking for Science graduates, Science Teaching Assistants and aspiring Science Technicians to support secondary schools across South Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or a related scientific subject who would like to use their knowledge within a school environment.

You do not necessarily need previous experience as a school Science Technician. We are particularly interested in Science graduates who are confident with practical work, have good subject knowledge and would be comfortable supporting pupils and teachers during practical Science lessons.

The Role

Depending on the needs of the school, you may be supporting within the classroom, Science department and laboratory environment. Responsibilities could include:

Supporting teachers and pupils during KS3 and KS4 Science practical lessons

Helping pupils understand practical tasks, equipment and scientific processes

Preparing equipment and materials ahead of practical lessons

Setting up and clearing away experiments

Supporting the safe use of laboratory equipment

Assisting with demonstrations and practical activities

Providing additional classroom support to pupils who need help accessing Science

Working alongside Science teachers and existing technical staff

Helping to maintain an organised, safe and well-prepared Science department

Who We Are Looking For

We would love to hear from you if you:

Hold a Science degree or have strong knowledge of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or a related subject

Have a genuine interest in working with secondary-aged pupils

Are confident supporting practical Science activities

Are organised, reliable and safety-conscious

Can communicate scientific concepts clearly

Are comfortable working in a busy, practical school environment

Are considering a future career in teaching, education, laboratory work or Science

Previous experience working with young people is beneficial, but graduates looking to gain their first experience within education are also encouraged to apply.

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic way to gain hands-on secondary school experience while making use of your specialist Science knowledge. It could particularly suit a recent graduate considering teacher training or a career within education who wants practical experience before taking their next step.

If you are a Science graduate based in or able to travel around South Manchester and would be interested in supporting practical lessons within a secondary school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to discuss current Science support and technician opportunities across South Manchester.

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