Science Technician

Haydon is a large, friendly and creative school in North West London. We have been judged as outstanding by OFSTED. We are looking for an Science Technician to thrive in our supportive environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provide timely and effective preparation of materials for lessons, through regular liaison with teaching staff
• Responsible for all apparatus for practical lessons
• To ensure that laboratories and preparation areas are cleared after lessons and at the end of the day
• Apply scientific and practical knowledge to ensure all experiments for external exams are timetabled and trialled so that they can be carried out effectively by the students. 
• Advise the Head of Subject on practical improvements to enhance the use and service of the Faculty to support the delivery of the curriculum.
• See Job Description for further information

THE ROLE: 

• Support the proper maintenance of all equipment, keeping it clean and ensuring that specific statutory inspections of specialised equipment are carried out in accordance with relevant regulations
• Ensure the safe disposal of used and surplus chemicals and cultures
• Ensure that the requisite Health and Safety Regulations and Code of Practices are complied with for safety of staff and students
• Ensure stock levels are monitored and maintained in area of responsibility 
• Request orders for new stock and equipment when necessary and ordering where appropriate
• Check safety of all laboratory electrical equipment and apparatus and appliances to meet current legislation, including the Electricity at Work regulations 1989 
• Clerical support including record keeping within an area of responsibility
• Dealing with spillages and accidents in the laboratories
• Ensure that all laboratories comply with First Aid and Fire regulations. 
• See Job Description for further information

REQUIREMENTS: 

• University Degree in Biology, Chemistry or Physics 
• Excellent written and oral communication and numerical skills with internal and external people at all levels  
• Experience of working as a technician desirable
• Willingness to participate in further training and developmental opportunities offered by the school and county, to further knowledge
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation as it relates to the work of a school
• Knowledge of COSHH and ESCC regulations in relation to the safe handling and storage of chemical
• See Person Specification for further information

The post holder is required to hold an enhanced DBS disclosure.

The post holder will be expected to work to deadlines as they arise and have the ability to prioritise, including responding appropriately to emergencies.

The post holder is expected to adhere to all school policies and procedures.

At Haydon School we really value people who work well in a team, are solution focused self-starters, enthusiastic and flexible.

Please click on the ‘apply’ button below to complete the application form for this role.

We reserve the right to interview on application.

To find out why we’re so proud of Haydon School, visit our website now: www.haydonschool.com or check us out on twitter @HaydonSchool

Haydon School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment.

To promote a safe environment for students, Haydon School employs a strict selection and recruitment policy which includes all statutory checks on staff and regular volunteers including Enhanced DBS (disclosure and barring service) checks.