Support the delivery of high-quality science, ICT, food, technology and creative teaching provision in schools to help inspire children and improve their educational outcomes.
What do school technicians do?
School technicians play a vital role in supporting science, ICT, food and arts teachers, providing practical support in the classroom to help set up and deliver experiments, demonstrations and practical projects. You’ll be responsible for a wide range of duties, from looking after laboratory equipment to helping pupils achieve their potential with one-to-one support. While the role can vary widely depending on the size of the school, some of the day-to-day tasks you can expect to carry out include:
Maintaining equipment
Constructing and modifying apparatus
Setting up experiments and projects
Taking an active part in laboratory, kitchen or classroom demonstrations
Ordering resources and managing budgets
Helping in practical classes
Giving technical help to pupils and students
Ensuring health and safety standards are met
School technicians need…
GCSEs (A-C) or equivalent qualifications in English, maths and at least one science subject
Higher qualifications, such as A Levels or equivalent in science
BTEC, HNC/HND, foundation or degree in science or technology-related subjects
Practical knowledge and experience of scientific techniques in a technical setting
Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools
Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
