Junior School Science Technician (term-time)

King's College School; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Westminster is seeking a Junior School Science Technician to support lessons by preparing and organizing materials and equipment for practical work. This role includes maintaining laboratory equipment, managing stock and budgets, and assisting teaching staff with various activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, with a salary range of £31,000 - £34,500 plus benefits including healthcare and gym membership.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Gym membership

Qualifications

• Team player with excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time efficiently.
• Adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, set out, and clear away apparatus and chemicals.
• Assist staff with their apparatus needs.
• Maintain stock levels and replenish as necessary.
• Prepare online technician worksheets and maintain records.
• Attend training courses and report maintenance issues.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Adaptability

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

The junior school science technician performs a vital support role in the preparation, organisation and storage of materials and equipment for practical work in lessons.

Responsibilities

• Following safety procedures within the relevant guidance and keeping up to date e.g., through CLEAPSS advice
• Preparing, setting out and clearing away apparatus and chemicals
• Preparing experiments and demonstrations including dissections
• Washing up glassware and cleaning apparatus
• Assembling, making, and repairing equipment e.g. servicing microscopes, repairing ray boxes and glass bending & cutting to make delivery tubes and stirrers.
• Servicing the laboratories and other practical areas in the departments, maintaining class sets of equipment kept in each laboratory
• Noting stock levels, replacing and replenishing
• Preparing for open days, science week and primary school science morning
• Helping and advising staff with their apparatus needs
• Checking inventories and maintaining records
• Caring for plants and animals, also plant propagation
• Taking part in the current appraisal arrangements
• Attending appropriate training courses e.g. Health & Safety, Lab Management, and Microscope Maintenance.
• Reporting maintenance and cleaning issues Supporting in lessons where appropriate

Additional responsibilities

• Preparing all online technician worksheets.
• Using software packages, such as MS Excel, to input and process departmental data Supporting teaching staff with practical activities e.g. weekly science club
• Helping with other aspects of classes e.g. talks and demonstrations
• Placing all authorised orders, checking deliveries against orders and maintaining all administration in relation to orders
• Recording and maintaining the departmental budget and petty cash
• Maintaining the departmental diary in order to prioritise workload and advise on clashes of equipment required by staff
• Recording and updating equipment and chemical inventories
• Trialling and researching new experiments.
• Attending open days/mornings and helping with experiments and communicating with visitors
• Liaising regularly with head of department regarding lab administration and ordering
• Researching and advising on health and safety and duty of care issues

Qualifications and skills

• Must be a team player, with excellent communication skills
• Should have strong organisational skills, the ability to plan ahead, anticipate problems and manage time efficiently
• Be adaptable in a fast-paced environment

King's is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first‑class pastoral care and a vibrant co‑curriculum. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities.

£31,000 - £34,500 plus excellent healthcare benefits, contributory pension scheme, gym membership and more.

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