Science Technician Apprentice, Resilience Multi Academy Trust, Brayton Academy, Selby, YO8 9QS

Brayton Academy; Selby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Selby is looking for a Science Department Technician to coordinate practical resources and provide technical support in the curriculum. Candidates should have at least GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science, as well as A Levels in a Science subject. Strong ICT and communication skills are essential. This role involves ensuring health and safety compliance and assisting with administrative duties.

Qualifications

• Qualified to GCSE level in maths, English, and Science.
• Ability to develop ICT skills in a reasonable timeframe.
• Able to communicate effectively with staff, pupils, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the use of practical resources and facilities for Science.
• Assist with practical classes and demonstrations.
• Administer first aid to students following academy protocol.

Skills

Demonstrable ICT skills

Good written communication skills

Good verbal communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

GCSE maths and English at grades 4 or above

GCSE Science at grade 4 or above

A Level in any Science subject

Job description

Overview

Duties: To work under the direction of the Head of Science and the Science Technician, to coordinate the use of practical resources and facilities. You will provide assistance and advice in the practical needs of the curriculum across the Science Department. To give technical advice and health and safety advice, to teachers and students. To take a lead in carrying out the stock control, ordering of provisions and liaising with suppliers and the Finance team.

Responsibilities

• To work as part of a team with all colleagues in the Science Department and wider school
• To assist the department with practical classes and demonstrations, preparing resources and assembling apparatus/equipment.
• To ensure the availability of suitable materials and equipment and suggesting alternatives for suitability and economy.
• To clean sinks, benches and equipment and wash and dry glassware, returning apparatus etc. to storage as soon as is practicable.
• To manage and update the departmental display boards.
• To assist with the use of computing resources and to set-up audio visual equipment as requested.
• To undertake administrative duties including ordering & monitoring stock supplies and keeping accurate records in-line with health and safety guidelines
• To keep up-to-date with current procedures and practices through continuing professional development.
• Participate in the Academy's performance management scheme and to participate in training and learning activities as required.
• Administer first aid to students following academy protocol and first aid guidance. (Please note, relevant training will be provided)
• Attend staff meetings, training days and management meetings by agreement with the Line Manager.
• To carry out any other such duties as agreed with the Head of Department within or outside the department

Health and Safety

• Ensure the safe treatment and disposal of used materials, including hazardous substances and responding to actual or potential hazards.
• Ensure the healthy, safe storage and accessibility of equipment and materials.
• Carry out routine and non-routine safety checks, cleaning, maintenance, testing and repairing of equipment to the required standard.

Other Specific Duties

• To participate in professional and personal development programmes as required, including training and performance review
• To contribute to the academy team ethos through demonstrating a flexible approach to undertaking tasks and responsibilities
• To be aware of, and comply with, policies and procedures relating to child protection and safeguarding, reporting any concerns to a designated person
• To be aware of, and comply with, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection policies and procedures reporting all concerns to an appropriate member of the Senior Leadership Team
• To support the Academy's Equality and Diversity Policy
• To appreciate and support the work of other professionals
• To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post

Qualifications

Qualifications required: GCSE maths and English at grades 4 or above, GCSE Science at grade 4 or above. A Level in any Science subject. Desired skills: Demonstrable ICT skills and ability to use them as part of the learning process, or the ability to develop ICT skills in a reasonable time frame. Good written and verbal communication skills: able to communicate effectively and clearly with a range of staff, pupils and parents. Personal Qualities: Demonstrable interpersonal skills; ability to work successfully in a team; able to exercise discretion and judgement; self-motivation to complete required duties; confidentiality.

Other Information

To be committed to the Academy's policy and ethos. To be committed to Continual Professional Development. Motivation to work with children and young people. Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people. Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours; and, attitudes to use authority and maintaining discipline.

About the employer

Over recent years, Brayton Academy has become one of the highest performing schools in North Yorkshire and has continued on its journey to become the school of choice for our local communities.