Looking for a private school with a flourishing Science department in Reading?
A prestigious private school with an exceptional, nationally respected Science department is seeking a skilled, proactive, and dedicated Science Technician to join its thriving academic community.
Job Overview
Our client is recruiting for a Science Technician to begin in January 2026. This outstanding private, co-educational school is renowned for:
its superb academic standards,
a deeply supportive pastoral ethos, and
a rich and varied co-curricular programme.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting practical science teaching across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, ensuring lessons are well-prepared, safe, and engaging. You will work closely with experienced teaching staff and support highly motivated pupils with a strong enthusiasm for scientific enquiry.
The School
This is a school where excellence in Science is truly celebrated. The department is widely recognised for its high academic outcomes, well-equipped laboratories, and strong emphasis on hands-on experimentation and investigative learning.
Pupils benefit from:
a broad and ambitious science curriculum,
regular practical and experimental work,
exposure to modern scientific techniques and equipment, and
opportunities to develop analytical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific curiosity.
Parents frequently praise the school’s nurturing environment, strong academic values, and commitment to developing confident, inquisitive, and well-rounded young people.
Staff describe the school as supportive, well-led, and professionally rewarding, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, autonomy, and continuous professional development.
Benefits typically include:
Outstanding CPD and opportunities for career progression
Modern laboratories and exceptional technical resources
A genuine focus on staff wellbeing
Fee remission (where applicable)
A vibrant co-curricular programme including STEM clubs, science competitions, enrichment activities, and educational visits
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Highly competitive and dependent on experience
Science Technician – Experience and Qualifications
A qualification in Science or a related discipline (or equivalent laboratory experience)
Previous experience as a Science Technician or in a laboratory setting (desirable)
Strong knowledge of health and safety procedures, including COSHH
Excellent organisational and practical skills
The ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff and other technicians
Confidence supporting practical work across all key stages
The legal right to work in the UK
Application
If you are a reliable, organised, and enthusiastic Science Technician looking to join a private school with an outstanding Science department, please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.
