Overview
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JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Technician 1
REPORTS TO: School Principal through designated line manager
JOB PURPOSE: To provide technical support and assistance to teaching staff in the implementation of the school’s/department's educational programme.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direction of the designated line manager the post holder will be responsible for the following in accordance with appropriate regulations:
* Provision and Maintenance of Facilities and Practical Resources
* Prepare, organise and basic construction of resources for teacher demonstrations and practical examinations.
* Set out equipment and materials for class use and remove same when class is complete.
* Collect, clean and store equipment and materials in designated storage areas. Ensure items are maintained in a state of \"ready for use\".
* Dispose of used materials in a safe and approved manner.
* Ensure that mandatory and/or statutory checks of materials and equipment are carried out by qualified personnel.
* Inform designated line manager of materials and equipment found to be in an unsatisfactory/unsafe condition and arrange for repair and disposal of such items.
* Ensure no unauthorised person has unsupervised access to equipment and materials when not in use.
* Advise on health and safety issues in relation to the use of equipment.
* Administration
* Operation of manual and/or computerised systems in relation to administrative tasks associated with the area of work.
* Maintain an inventory/records of departmental resources.
* Assistance in the ordering/purchasing, receiving, checking, storing and distribution of resources.
* General
* Support all staff in ensuring the general safety of pupils.
* Assist with evacuation in emergencies.
* Undertake photocopying as required.
* Technical duties
* Handling cash in relation to the purchase of practical materials.
* Assisting with hospitality at meetings and school functions.
* Carrying out minor maintenance repairs throughout the school within the competence of the employee.
Flexible Working Options Available
1. Option 1: You are required to be on duty during school term plus two additional weeks. The timing of the two additional weeks is at the discretion of the Principal of the school.
2. Option 2: You are required to be on duty for the contracted weekly hours, working during periods of school closure except when on annual leave or other authorised absence. Duties will normally be provided by the school. Where necessary, alternative work and/or training will be provided by the Authority at any other place of employment as may be reasonably required.
3. Option 3: To work as for option 2 with a further option to request periods of unpaid leave during extended school holidays or closures. The job description is subject to review and not intended to be rigid; other duties of a similar nature may be assigned. In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), the post-holder is expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality legislation at all times. To view the summary of terms and conditions for this post, click here.
Person Specification
Notes to Job Applicants
* You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how, and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria, where relevant.
* You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications, unless the criteria state otherwise.
* The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.
* Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form.
* Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet the criteria for the role.
* In the event of an excessive number of applications, the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria as outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting, in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet any desirable criteria.
Section 1 - Essential Criteria
* Five GCSE’s (Grades A*-C) to include English Language, Mathematics and subject specific specialism, or equivalent or higher level qualifications.
* A minimum of one year’s experience working in a formal or informal Art setting supporting young people.
* Knowledge: Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of the requirements of a Technician 1; Health and safety regulations, as relevant to the role; General administrative processes and records.
Section 2 - Essential Criteria
* Proven effective planning and organisational skills and an ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team to achieve outcomes.
* Evidence of sound interpersonal and communication skills.
* Evidence of proficiency in the use of computer packages, to include use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
* Evidence of how your values and approach reflect the school’s values/ethos.
Section 3 - Desirable Criteria
* A minimum of one year’s experience of working in a subject related area.
* Demonstrable experience in manufacturing.
Disclosure of Criminal Background
The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people in regulated activity. If appointed to a post involving regulated activity, an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background will be required. You will be expected to meet the cost of the Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent at the pre-employment stage. Further information can be accessed at NI Direct or the Department of Justice.
Applicant Guidance Notes
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The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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