Science Technician

St Bede’s and St Joseph’s Catholic College are seeking to employ two full time staff in the role of Science Technician. Are you committed to the success of students and a desire to help them succeed? – This could be the role for you!
Science Technician
Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD9 4BQ
*    37 hours per week, term time + 2 days
*    NJC points 5 – 6: £19,905 to £20,596 (actual) depending on experience
Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK
St Bede's and St Joseph's Catholic College is a celebrated educational institution committed to providing excellent teaching, learning, and assessment to students. We foster a supportive and inclusive environment rooted in Catholic values and aim to empower students to achieve their full potential. Our college opened in September 2014 and follows the concepts of Ignite, Illuminate and Shine and we are proud to keep these themes at the centre of all of our teaching.
As a Science Technician, you will be working closely with Science Teachers to support the work of staff and students in the College’s laboratories and classrooms where necessary. You will join a busy and successful Division that operates across two sites located 1 mile apart from each other.
Key Responsibilities:
*    Prepare solutions materials, cultures for living organisms
*    Assemble apparatus
*    Obtain materials by local purchase, trialling practical activities
*    Carry out risk assessments for technical activities
*    Assisting in practical classes
*    Constructing and modifying apparatus
*    Ensure that stock levels are maintained and future requirements are identified
*    Ensure the availability of suitable resources
*    Compile orders and to liaise with suppliers and finance departments as/when required
*    Delivery of equipment and materials and organisms to rooms
*    Collection of, checking and returning resources to stores
*    Maintaining resources, including routine repairs
*    Keep up to date with Health and Safety requirements
*    Caring for plants and animals
*    Organising and storing resources
*    General cleaning of laboratory bench surfaces and fixed equipment
*    Cleaning laboratory sinks, used equipment
*    Disposal of/treating waste materials in line with current guidelines
*    Checking deliveries
*    Provide first aid and attend appropriate training as necessary
Benefits:
*    Opportunities for professional development and growth
*    Collaborative and vibrant working environment
*    Contributory pension scheme
*    On-site parking
This is an exciting time to join the College as we continue to develop and build on our tradition, with a determined focus on strong teaching through a wide range of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
Closing Date: Friday 2nd February 2024 at 12 noon
Location: The role holder may be asked to work at either St Bede’s or St Joseph’s Catholic College.
We are committed to equality of opportunity. Committed to safeguarding young people. This role is subject to a full DBS and social media check.
How to apply for the role:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.
You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.
Other suitable skills and experience include Science Technician, Science Teacher, Laboratory Technician, Lab Technician, School Science Technician, Teacher of Science, Teaching, School, College, Education, Term Time Only.