At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Biology, Chemistry, and Physics lessons with practical and technical assistance.
- Company: The Dean Trust, a school committed to improving lives through education.
- Benefits: Full-time role with opportunities for training and professional development.
- Other info: Join a diverse team dedicated to inclusion and equality in education.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' learning experiences while working in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Relevant Science qualification and basic IT skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
The Dean Trust is seeking to appoint a Science Technician. In this role you will provide practical and technical support across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics for students in Years 7–11. The role involves preparing and setting up equipment, materials, and resources for lessons, maintaining laboratories and equipment, and supporting teachers in the safe and effective delivery of practical work. The technician will ensure compliance with health and safety procedures, assist with demonstrations when required, and contribute to the smooth running of the Science department.
Broadoak School is a proud member of The Dean Trust and forms part of the West Trafford Learning Partnership. Our school proudly provides a broad and balanced curriculum with an impressive array of subjects at KS4. Our values and ethos centre on ‘Providing Opportunities, Improving Lives’ and have seen us gain national recognition for our academic and personal support of student groups joining us from Hong Kong and Afghanistan.
We are looking for an individual who possesses:
- Relevant Science qualification
- Basic IT skills
- Two to three years relevant work experience
- Assist with ordering, procuring, storing and maintaining items
- Setting up resources, equipment and materials for lessons
- Experience of practical laboratory activities
- Procedures for preparation, use and maintenance of materials and equipment
- Awareness of health and safety issues relating to school science (an awareness of CLEAPSS and/or COSHH regulations would be an advantage)
- Working knowledge of secondary school science curriculum
- Able to demonstrate experiments and techniques to colleagues and students
- Able to work on own initiative and to organise and prioritise tasks
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexibly as part of a team and be available for occasional out of hours work
- Willingness to undertake training and keep abreast of current issues relevant to own area of work through networks, conferences and other meetings
- Good health, attendance and punctuality record
Application closing date: 8:00am Friday 14th August 2026
Interview date: To be confirmed
We are an Equal Opportunities employer committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates including those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics.
Science Technician in Manchester employer: The Dean Trust
The Dean Trust is an exceptional employer located in Manchester, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Science Technicians. With a strong commitment to employee growth and development, the Trust provides opportunities for professional training and advancement while fostering a culture that values diversity and collaboration. Working at Broadoak School not only allows you to contribute to the academic success of students but also to be part of a community dedicated to improving lives through education.
