Science Technician, West Calder High School, 483.43

3 weeks ago


West Calder, United Kingdom West Lothian Council Full time
Job Advert

36 hours per week, 39 Weeks per year, salary pro rata

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds

West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements

West Calder High School is a six-year non-denominational comprehensive school offering our students a progressive, relevant, challenging and enjoyable curriculum with opportunities for personalisation and choice. We are fully committed to engaging our students in their learning and make it a priority to ensure that all students have the opportunity to enjoy a high quality educational experience at West Calder High School. Current roll is in the region of 930 pupils.

The senior leadership team comprises the Head Teacher, three Depute Head Teachers and an Area Business Support Manager.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team in order to support our Science faculty. Your duties will include the maintenance of the Science laboratories, construction of simple apparatus, maintenance of stock records, preparation of materials for class use, complying with Health and Safety legislation including the review and update of risk assessments and general Science Technician duties.

You must possess a minimum of an SVQ3 or HNC (or equivalent) in a relevant science subject, along with experience of working in a science environment with scientific equipment and knowledge of Science Health and Safety Legislation. Good communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work with others as part of a team or on your own initiative, and work responsibly with young people.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.



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