Job description
Job Role: Science Technician
Line Manager: Lead Senior Science Laboratory Technician / Head of Science
Job Purpose: To support teaching and learning in the Science Department by completing tasks and undertaking duties related to the preparation of materials, resources, and equipment.
General Duties:
1. Preparing materials, resources, and equipment for science lessons:
o Conducting risk assessments.
o Setting up apparatus and equipment for demonstrations and practical lessons.
o Ensuring timely availability of apparatus, worksheets, books, and other aids.
o Replenishing and storing apparatus and chemicals safely.
o Preparation of chemicals and solutions.
o Repairing damaged equipment and constructing new apparatus.
o Purchasing sundries and disposing of waste according to safety procedures.
2. Supporting teachers in the Science Department:
o Assisting with equipment trials and providing safety advice.
o Organizing workload to avoid impact on lessons.
o Communicating with other technicians to resolve equipment clashes.
o Liaising with teachers to minimize disruption caused by equipment clashes.
3. Ensuring Science laboratories, preparation rooms, and equipment are maintained:
o Advising on stock replacement.
o Assisting with checking deliveries and storage.
o Maintaining cleanliness and tidiness of laboratories and preparation rooms.
o Cleaning and maintaining equipment in good working order.
o Caring for animals, insects, and plants.
o Conducting safety checks on equipment.
Essential Requirements:
* Educated to NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in English and Mathematics.
* Competent in using Microsoft Office Applications.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience:
* NVQ Laboratory Technician or equivalent SLC qualification.
* Previous experience in a similar setting, such as a preparation room.
Note: Previous experience as a science technician is not essential, but familiarity with working in a preparation room or similar environment would be advantageous.