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
Advice and links to organisations and networks that can offer support.
The issues facing technicians, with conclusions and recommendation.
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.
Useful information for justifying CPD opportunities to the senior leadership team.
