Technician 1

TN United Kingdom; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Northern Ireland is seeking a Technical Support staff member to assist teaching staff with the implementation of educational programs. The role involves preparing resources, maintaining equipment, and supporting safety measures for students. Flexible working options are available, accommodating various schedules. Applicants are encouraged to apply through the provided channels.

Benefits

Flexible Working Options

Qualifications

• Assist teaching staff with educational programs.
• Ensure safety and maintenance of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain resources for demonstrations and exams.
• Operate administrative systems and maintain inventory.
• Support staff in ensuring pupil safety.

Skills

Technical Support

Health and Safety

Job description

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

1. Prepare, organise, and construct basic resources for teacher demonstrations and practical examinations.
2. Set out equipment and materials for class use and remove them when the class is complete.
3. Collect, clean, and store equipment and materials in designated storage areas, ensuring items are maintained in a 'ready for use' state.
4. Dispose of used materials in a safe and approved manner.
5. Ensure that mandatory and statutory checks of materials and equipment are carried out by qualified personnel.
6. Inform the line manager of materials and equipment found to be in an unsatisfactory or unsafe condition and arrange for repair or disposal.
7. Ensure no unauthorised person has unsupervised access to equipment and materials when not in use.
8. Advise on health and safety issues related to the use of equipment.

Administration

1. Operate manual and/or computerised systems related to administrative tasks in the area of work.
2. Maintain an inventory/records of departmental resources.
3. Assist in the ordering, purchasing, receiving, checking, storing, and distributing of resources.

General

1. Support all staff in ensuring the safety of pupils.
2. Assist with emergency evacuations.
3. Undertake photocopying as required.

Technical staff may also be required to:

1. Handle cash related to the purchase of practical materials.
2. Assist with hospitality at meetings and school functions.
3. Carry out minor maintenance repairs within their competence throughout the school.

FLEXIBLE WORKING OPTIONS AVAILABLE

OPTION 1: You are required to be on duty during the school term plus two additional weeks, with the timing at the discretion of the Principal.

OR

OPTION 2: You are required to work during the contracted weekly hours, including periods of school closure unless on leave or authorized absence. Duties will be provided by the school or, if necessary, alternative work or training by the Authority at other locations.

OR

OPTION 3: Same as Option 2, with the possibility to request unpaid leave during extended school holidays or closures.

Please note: If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, a work permit may be required. For more information, check our Blog.

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Created on 17/05/2025 by TN United Kingdom