Junior School Science Technician (term-time)

KINGS COLLEGE SCHOOL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious junior school located in Greater London is seeking a dedicated science technician for a full-time position, supporting practical science work throughout the school year. Responsibilities include preparing materials for experiments, following safety protocols, and assisting teaching staff in various activities. Ideal candidates are team players with strong organizational skills and adaptability. The closing date for applications is 7th January 2025. Commitment to safeguarding children is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a strong communicator with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Should possess strong organizational abilities for planning and managing tasks.
• Be adaptable in a dynamic working environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize materials for science lessons.
• Follow safety procedures and perform maintenance of equipment.
• Assist teaching staff with practical activities.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Ability to plan ahead

Time management

Adaptability

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a science technician in the junior school for 40 hours per week during term-time (35 weeks per year).

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.

Key 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

Person specification

• 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.

Closing date

Wednesday 7th January 2025 at 9am

Interviews

Date to be confirmed.

Interviews may be staged and we may choose to appoint at any time during the application process.

King’s is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and medical clearance. At King’s we embrace inclusion and fairness in the workplace: diversity is to be celebrated and as such we strive towards a fully immersive culture of inclusion, diversity and equality.