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Science Technician
Reference: NOV20195357
Expiry date: 2019-11-25 09:00:00.000
Location: Nottingham
Salary: £18,795.00 - £19,171.00 Pro Rata
Benefits: Pension, Healthcare and CPD
Attachments: ScienceTechnician_131119.pdf

Reports to: Head of Department

Key purpose of the job 

To assist curriculum leaders and teachers to deliver successful practical lessons.

General Responsibilities

  • To promote the corporate image of the school and high standards of behaviour and courtesy among students
  • Establish effective working relationships and set a good example through presentation and personal and professional conduct.
  • To communicate effectively with the public and wider community and provide effective support for teaching staff and students.
  • To promote and support the implementation of the school’s aims, policies and values.
  • To work flexibly as part of the support staff team to contribute to the smooth operation of the school.
  • To use the schools computer hardware and software packages where appropriate.
  • Contribute to the corporate life of the school through effective participation in meetings and management systems necessary to coordinate the management of the school.
  • To commit to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.

Key responsibilities

·      Preparing equipment and material for KS3, KS4 and KS5 biology, chemistry and physics lessons including stock and standard solutions, specimens and set up apparatus required for class demonstrations and practical work.

·      Deliver equipment and chemicals to laboratories in a safe manner.  Heavy items to be split when possible, seeking assistance from others when required and transported using appropriate aids.

·      Check and return of equipment and chemicals to store after lessons.

·      Assisting students and teaching staff with classroom practicals and demonstrations.

·      Advising teaching staff on performing demonstrations, conducting practicals and the safe use of chemicals used within said lessons.

·      Maintenance of a safe working environment, including the cleaning of laboratory sinks and surfaces.

·      Ensuring the availability of materials, apparatus and equipment for demonstration lessons and student practical work.

·      Repair and maintenance of science equipment and reporting equipment for repair if outside of capabilities.

·      Construction and/or modification of science teaching aids and testing new experiments.

·      Operating an efficient system for stocking, storing, transporting and distributing all items in department.

·      Maintaining a good stock of necessary materials and operating and administering stock control and ordering procedures, preparation of requisitions, checking deliveries etc.

·      Being responsible to the Head of Department for the maintenance and upkeep of the preparation rooms and advising on any improvements which can be made in this respect.

·      Monitoring of store and chemical temperature levels.

·      The safe treatment and disposal of used materials including biological, chemical wastes and hazardous substances.

·      Taking responsible care for health and safety of self and of others that may be affected by your activities and having a good understanding of CLEAPPS and COSHH.

·      Making petty cash purchases.

·      Cleaning of apparatus used by teaching staff or students if it is difficult or dangerous.

·      Sterilisation of equipment and apparatus which may require the use of pressurised equipment. 

·      To maintain an up-to-date technical knowledge, participate in the school’s appraisal system and other procedures to identify development needs.

·      To work actively to secure continuing professional growth through participating in the schools training programme and other course/development projects as required.

·      To attend department, staff and other briefings as required.

·      To undertake other duties as may reasonably be required by the Head of School.

 Health & Safety

  • Comply with all statutory requirements in relation to Health & Safety and be aware of the schools Health & Safety Policy.
  • Be aware of the responsibility for personal health, safety and welfare and that of others who may be affected by your actions or inactions.
  • To support the department head with ensuring that all COSHH, ACOP, HACCP, risk management, health and safety policies and procedures and other relevant legislation are met.