Science Technician

7 months ago


South Ockendon, United Kingdom GSL Education Full time
Job description

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.


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