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SalaryScience Technician
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £22,000 - £26,000 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours
Closing Date for Applications: 18 March 2024
Purpose of the job
To provide high quality technical support to meet the needs of the Science Department. Under the overall direction of the Heads of Department and Head of Faculty, and in accordance with the practices and procedures of the school, assist teaching staff in providing a safe and efficient lab technical service for students and teaching staff. The technician role forms a central part of the work of the department and he/she will work closely with teaching staff to support, develop, and further extend the work of the department and the experiences of the students.
Responsibilities
- Preparation and assembly of apparatus and components for demonstration, class practical work, assessments, and examinations. To prepare solutions and materials.
- To ensure equipment, chemical solutions and other materials are left/stored in a safe and secure condition, ready for re use.
- To undertake minor repairs and modifications when necessary and to assist in the construction of apparatus. Be responsible for the safe working of appliances.
- Where applicable, to undertake reprographic duties and routine ‘resource’ tasks, as determined by the needs of the Science Department.
- To assist in maintaining records of apparatus, reagents, and materials, including inventories and records of any Health and Safety concerns.
- To maintain stock levels and take responsibility for ordering stock and liaising with the Head of Faculty and Finance Department regarding requisitions.
- To clean apparatus as directed and to clear out cupboards, drawers, etc. on a regular basis to monitor contents and condition of stock.
Person specification
It is essential that the person for this role is:
- Hold a recognised qualification at NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
- GCSE 5 A* C or equivalent, including science
- Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all staff must share this commitment
- Experience of working in a laboratory environment
- Knowledge of COSHH and CLEAPS guidelines
- Knowledge of volumetric and quantitative technique
- Understanding health, safety and welfare regulations and best practice
Our client is committed to equality of opportunity in all areas of its work. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation.
