Science Technician

Science Technician

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary:£22,00- £26,000 FTE Pro-rata (dependent on experience)

Hours:37.5 Hours per week

Working Weeks: Term Time, plus 2 weeks

Reporting to: Head of Faculty

Purpose of the Job – Science Technician

To provide high quality technical support to meet the needs of the Science Department. Under the overall direction of the Heads of Department and Head of Faculty, and in accordance with the practices and procedures of the school, assist teaching staff in providing a safe and efficient lab technical service for students and teaching staff. The technician role forms a central part of the work of the department and he/she will work closely with teaching staff to support, develop and further extend the work of the department and the experiences of the students.

Responsibilities for Science Technician:

• Preparation and assembly of apparatus and components for demonstration, class practical work, assessments and examinations. To prepare solutions and materials.
• To ensure equipment, chemical solutions and other materials are left/stored in a safe and secure condition, ready for re-use.
• To undertake minor repairs and modifications when necessary and to assist in the construction of apparatus. Be responsible for the safe working of appliances
• Where applicable, to undertake reprographic duties and routine ‘resource’ tasks, as determined by the needs of the Science Department.
• To assist in maintaining records of apparatus, reagents and materials, including inventories and records of any Health and Safety concerns
• To maintain stock levels and take responsibility for ordering stock and liaising with the Head of Faculty and finance department regarding requisitions.
• Monitor and manage stock cataloguing resources and undertaking audits as required.
• Purchase of consumables from local shops as required.
• To clean apparatus as directed and to clear out cupboards, drawers, etc. on a regular basis to monitor contents and condition of stock.
• The cleaning and maintenance of equipment and the neutralisation and cleaning up of spillages, including the cleaning of glassware and other equipment.
• To undertake general tasks within the Science Department and wider School including transporting supplies within the school, collection of materials locally, general maintenance of laboratories, preparation and store rooms
• To undertake any additional role relevant duties as directed by Head of Faculty or Head of Department

Person Specification for Science Technician

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised qualification at NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience (Essential)
• GCSE 5 A* – C or equivalent, including science (Essential)

Experience/Knowledge/skills/abilities for Science Technician

• Experience of working in a laboratory environment (Essential)Experience of working with young people (Desirable)
• Knowledge of COSHH and CLEAPS guidelines (Essential)
• Knowledge of volumetric and quantitative technique (Essential)
• Understanding health, safety and welfare regulations and best practice (Essential)
• Knowledge of particular subject/technical area (Essential)
• Ability and enthusiasm to work jointly with colleagues (Essential)
• Full working knowledge of relevant polices/codes of practice/legislation (Desirable)
• Excellent numeracy/literacy skills (Essential)
• Excellent keyboard and data entry skills (Desirable)
• Ability to prioritise effectively (Desirable)
• Work constructively as part of a team, understanding School roles and responsibilities and your own position within these (Essential)
• Ability to identify own and others’ training & development needs and co-operate with appropriate individuals to address these (Essential)
• Good organisation and personal management skills (Essential)

Other

• Commitment to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people (Essential)
• Commitment to equality and diversity (Essential)
• Polite, friendly and flexible approach to work (Essential)
• Ability to keep calm and professional at all times (Essential)
• Valid First Aid Qualification (Desirable)

Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all staff must share this commitment – please refer to our Safer Recruitment and Safeguarding policies on the website.

Our client is committed to equality of opportunity in all areas of its work. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.

Closing date: Wednesday 31st January 2024.