Science Technician

TES FE News; England; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Science Technician to assist the Science department in delivering practical aspects of science courses. Responsibilities include managing equipment, supporting staff, and ensuring safety standards. Ideal candidates should be organized, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute in a busy secondary school environment. Experience in a school setting is not necessary, but a general interest in science is a plus.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Commitment to staff welfare

Qualifications

• General interest in Science would be an advantage.
• Ability to work in an organized and efficient manner.
• Willingness to undergo enhanced DBS checks and Safeguarding training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect equipment from classrooms/labs.
• Check and restock laboratory glassware and equipment.
• Assemble practical equipment for lessons as requested.
• Support health and safety within the Department.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our great team at Altrincham College as a Science Technician.

We seek to appoint an enthusiastic candidate to work as a Technician supporting the Science department in delivering the practical aspects of Science courses across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.

Duties

Duties Will Include (but Are Not Limited To)

• Delivering and collecting equipment from classrooms/labs.
• Checking and restocking classroom/lab glassware and equipment.
• Assembling practical equipment and materials for specific lessons as requested.
• Cleaning equipment and glassware where necessary.
• Maintaining a tidy and organised workspace.
• Supporting health and safety within the Department.
• Assisting and advising teaching staff.
• Performing computer-based admin tasks as directed (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Repairs and maintenance of equipment.
• Safely handling chemicals (training provided).

The successful candidate will be supported by the Senior Science Technician and the Head of Department and will work as part of a three-technician team.

Previous detailed Science knowledge is not a pre-requisite, but a general interest would be an advantage. The successful candidate must have the ability to work in an organised and efficient manner, have excellent attention to detail, and above all be honest, conscientious and determined.

Previous school experience is not necessary, but you should be comfortable in a busy secondary school environment and be willing to undergo enhanced DBS checks and Safeguarding training.

Working as part of this important team, you will be required to carry out the duties detailed in the attached job description to the highest possible standard.

In return, we provide a happy place to work and learn. Our staff pride themselves on respectful relationships with students and each other and are committed to the best welfare and interests of all. We have a strong supportive ethos, working hard so that every student can become the best version of themselves.