Science Technician

Job Role: Science Technician

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:

1. Preparing materials, resources, and equipment for science lessons:

   • Conducting risk assessments.
   • 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

Essential 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.