Science Technician

**Science Technician / School Laboratory Assistant**with a genuine interest in science, good ICT skills and the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team is required to join the Science Department of a well-established AcademyTrust based in Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire.

**SALARY**:£23,703 per annum FTE / Actual Annual Salary £10,988 - £19,230 (based on 20 - 35 hours)

**LOCATION**:Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire

**JOB TYPE**:Part-Time, Permanent (Term Time Only)

**WORKING HOURS**:20 to 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Term Time Only (39 weeks). Weekly working hours and pattern to be agreed

**JOB OVERVIEW**

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Science Technician / School Laboratory Assistant with a genuine interest in science, good ICT skills and the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.

Working as a Science Technician / School Laboratory Assistant you will work directly under and report to the Head of Science, supporting teaching and learning within the department by organising practical learning opportunities.

As the Science Technician / School Laboratory Assistant you will have responsibility for the preparation and setting up of apparatus for science experiments and demonstrations, as directed by the Head of Science.

**DUTIES**

Some of the duties and responsibilities as the Science Technician / School Laboratory Assistant will include:

- Setting up class/demonstration experiments at staff request
- Setting up and running workshop activities as requested
- Clearing and cleaning apparatus
- Stock control/replacement of specific apparatus and stationary to each laboratory
- Maintenance of bench top fittings and equipment in a good state of repair and cleanliness
- Maintenance of equipment, fittings and apparatus to ensure they continue in safe, working order
- Clearing/cleaning of storage areas, laboratories and prep room
- Assisting with Health & Safety issues (e.g. COSSH/CLEAPPS)
- Construction of simple apparatus
- Preparation of solutions etc.
- Assisting cover/supply teachers covering the absence of science teachers
- Assisting with inventory checks and maintaining stock control systems
- Maintaining data logger equipment
- Carrying out PAT testing on electrical equipment within the Science Dept
- Ensuring that cover work and material have been placed in the laboratories as required in the absence of science teachers
- To assist teaching staff in the organisation and setting up of less routine requests e.g. Open Evening whilst ensuring minimum disruption to teaching and learning

**CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS**
- Hold a valid First Aid at work certificate
- Good ICT skills
- Able to work independently and as a member of a team
- Flexible approach dealing with a wide range of tasks
- Patience, tact and diplomacy
- Efficiently organised
- A high level of accuracy and attention to detail

**BENEFITS**
- Enrolment in one of the UK’s Largest public sector pension schemes
- A tax efficient Cycle-to-Work scheme through salary sacrifice
- A tax efficient IT Leasing scheme through salary sacrifice
- Friendly and sociable colleagues
- Staff membership rates to the modern Leisure Centre
- Good transport links
- Free on-site car park

We reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.

**APPLICATION PROCESS**

JOB REF: AWDO-P10187

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