Science Technician

Hours: 18, Monday - Friday Hours flexible but mornings preferred, Term Time Only + INSET Days The main purpose of this role is to provide a comprehensive practical service to the teachers within an environment adhering to Health and Safety requirements. Your key responsibilities as Science Technician are: Health & Safety Keep up-to-date with Health and Safety requirements Implement relevant Health and Safety procedures Inform subject leader regarding Health and Safety issues Provide technical advice and support on any significant safety needs Liaise with CLEAPSS and seek advice as necessary Store and dispose of material including chemical, microbiological, and animal waste and radioactive sources, in accordance with Health and Safety requirements To act to reduce laboratory risks in accordance with COSHH regulations e.g. correct labelling of bottles, giving teaching staff the appropriate hazard cards for practical work Activities Ensure that all practical requirements are met punctually and efficiently To assist with practical lessons setting out and collection of apparatus and other equipment. To assist with the demonstration of apparatus and equipment as requested by the teaching staff. Collect all practical resources and return to stores after use Maintain all the equipment and chemical stock in a clean, safe and serviceable condition, effecting repairs if possible To care for animals and plants kept for observation and experimental purposes in term time Carry out administrative tasks under the direction of the subject leader to prepare, maintain and store apparatus required for demonstration or class practical work To organise and store other classroom materials such as worksheets, internal examination/ test papers and textbooks as required by teaching staff. In addition, to arrange for photocopying to be done as required. To maintain stock, receive and store new materials requiring special care e.g. toxic/corrosive chemicals, live biological samples. Both handling and storage are to be in accordance with CLEAPS requirements. To set up and maintain visual aids, overhead projectors, tape recorders video and television, data logging equipment and ICT responsibility To participate in courses and other in service training on and off school premises as may be required by the Head of Science Any other particular duties as agreed between technicians and the Head of Science Care for, maintain and dispose of materials for micro-organisms culture Making up solutions and other chemical recipes to appropriate degree of accuracy. Undertaking routine maintenance and simple electric equipment To purchase perishable goods and other small items for class practical work from local shops Attendance at appropriate staff meetings and parents evenings which may be outside of the core hours of the job To adhere to school policy on equality and diversity To undertake a weekly morning break and/or lunch duty, supervising students in and around the school premises To contribute to the overall ethos/aims of the school To appreciate and support the roles of other professionals To participate in training opportunities and professional development as required To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school These key accountabilities outline the main areas of the role; they are not a comprehensive list of tasks to be undertaken. This job description may be varied from time to time in response to specific needs within the school and at the direction of the Head of Department/Headteacher. Other Professional Requirements To be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person To adhere to school Health and Safety policy including risk assessment and safety systems To adhere to the school policy on equality and diversity To undertake appropriate professional development including adhering to the principle of performance management Please see the Job Description for further information. In return, you will have access to our staff benefits package including: An annual Flex Day to be taken on a day of your choice (with an additional day granted after 4 years of service) Commitment to flexible working Free parking on site Free use of the school gym Cycle to work scheme Free 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme Access to our in-house team of Mental Health First Aiders Buddy system for new staff Access to mentoring and CPD opportunities Regular staff socials Discounts with local businesses EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme An opportunity to work with friendly and welcoming colleagues in a modern, aesthetically pleasing and forward-thinking environment.