Science Technician

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Line Manager: Lead Senior Science Laboratory Technician / Head of Science

Job Purpose: To support teaching and learning in the Science Department by completing tasks and undertaking duties related to the preparation of materials, resources, and equipment.

General Duties:

Preparing materials, resources, and equipment for science lessons:

• Setting up apparatus and equipment for demonstrations and practical lessons.
• Ensuring timely availability of apparatus, worksheets, books, and other aids.
• Replenishing and storing apparatus and chemicals safely.
• Preparation of chemicals and solutions.
• Repairing damaged equipment and constructing new apparatus.
• Purchasing sundries and disposing of waste according to safety procedures.

Supporting teachers in the Science Department:

• Assisting with equipment trials and providing safety advice.
• Organizing workload to avoid impact on lessons.
• Communicating with other technicians to resolve equipment clashes.
• Liaising with teachers to minimize disruption caused by equipment clashes.

Ensuring Science laboratories, preparation rooms, and equipment are maintained:

• Advising on stock replacement.
• Assisting with checking deliveries and storage.
• Maintaining cleanliness and tidiness of laboratories and preparation rooms.
• Cleaning and maintaining equipment in good working order.
• Caring for animals, insects, and plants.
• Conducting safety checks on equipment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Educated to NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in English and Mathematics.
• Competent in using Microsoft Office Applications.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• NVQ Laboratory Technician or equivalent SLC qualification.
• Previous experience in a similar setting, such as a preparation room.

Note: Previous experience as a science technician is not essential, but familiarity with working in a preparation room or similar environment would be advantageous.