Science Technician

Science Technician (Term Time Only)

We are looking to appoint a Science Technician to join our secondary team from September 2019. The ideal candidate will be able to provide comprehensive technician support across the Research & Design Faculty to support high quality teaching and learning. We are looking for someone who is organised, flexible, reliable and a good team player. Previous school experience would be an advantage.

The position will involve:

Preparation of science materials and equipment

• Collecting apparatus and chemicals from storage
• Making up standard laboratory solutions within Health and Safety guidelines
• Maintaining apparatus in a usable state and undertaking minor repairs where feasible
• Checking individual components in and out for class use
• Preparing experiments, setting up apparatus and equipment for demonstrations and practical lessons as requested by teaching staff
• Assisting teaching staff and students in practical work when required
• Complete practical demonstrations for students in lessons
• Support in the delivery of STEM activities

Health and Safety

• To be familiar with and advise on the Health and Safety implications of all laboratory techniques and chemicals used
• Carry out risk assessments for practical activities
• Disposing of waste materials according to health and safety regulations
• Cleaning of spillages according to health and safety guidelines
• Advising staff of any problems, including safety aspects

Stock control and routine maintenance of science laboratories and preparation rooms,their equipment and services 

• Liaising with staff over use of equipment and stock
• Servicing equipment and repairing damages or arranging for this to be done
• Purchase of sundries
• Maintaining laboratory clean and tidy in conjunction with the teacher in charge of the room
• Cleaning the sinks, chemicals on bench tops, spillages of chemicals on floor
• Storing materials tidily
• Keeping equipment clean
• Looking after animals, insects and plants kept by the department
• Cleaning of goggles
• Cleaning of safety screens, fume cupboards and other items
• Carrying out safety checks on equipment, e.g. Bunsen tubing etc
• Taking stock of chemicals, consumables, stationery, books and breakable items and ordering of these items
• Advise Head of Faculty on stock replacement needs
• Checking deliveries

The successful candidate should be willing to be actively involved in all practical aspects of science, including demonstrations and lessons.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum A Level of equivalent in Chemistry (preferred) and/or Biology 
• Experience of working in a school or industrial laboratory
• Relevant COSHH training

We can offer:

• A supportive, motivated and strongly committed staff
• A positive, supportive and happy environment 
• A commitment to continuing professional development 
• Energetic and enthusiastic pupils
• A supportive, Christian ethos across our school communities
• An Apple MacBook for use in school and at home

Closing date: Friday 1st February 2019

 Interview date: To be confirmed

The Kononia Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. All post-holders are subject to a satisfactory DBS checks and references.