6 Technical support
Science departments should have enough technical or technician support to enable teachers to carry out frequent and effective practical science.
For an average-size school, there should be specialist technical expertise to support practical work in each of biology, chemistry and physics.
Technicians should be given regular opportunities to have professional development.
Guidance and reports
Top tips from senior technicians
Advice and links to organisations and networks that can offer support.
Survey of science technicians
How does your service factor compare to the national average?
The impact of CPD
Watch two science technicians as they develop their roles.
House of Lords report 2005-6
The issues facing technicians, with conclusions and recommendation.
How to set up a technicians network
A local network can allow you and share good practice with other science technicians. This can lead to more effective technical services across a range of schools including your own.
Impact of Science Learning Centres’ CPD
Useful information for justifying CPD opportunities to the senior leadership team.
CLEAPSS Make it guides
Learn how to make your own pieces of equipment.
Science technicians community page
Join today and share your ideas and thoughts.
Supporting success
A report by the Royal Society on the role of science technicians.
