Science Technician - Part Time

ABOUT CATS College CAMBRIDGE and CSVPA 

CATS College offers an outstanding international pre-university educational experience to students aged 14+ from all over the world. Students live and work at the custom built Cambridge campus, studying for GCSEs, A levels and University Foundation Programmes, and preparing for admission to universities across the country and elsewhere. We pride ourselves on our approach to teaching and learning, with small class sizes and an informal atmosphere ensuring that students are treated as individuals and build great relationships with staff. 

OVERVIEW OF THE JOB 

The role of the post is to assist with the delivery of A Level, Pre-University and GCSE programmes in the three sciences. The aim is to help the teachers of science deliver the highest possible standard of teaching and so improve students’ performance in public examinations. 

REPORTS TO 

Lead Science Technician 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB 

The following gives a guide to the main tasks and the scope of the role. These aren’t exhaustive, and may vary where necessary to suit the skill set of the post holder and the needs of the College. 

To assist in the pursuit of the highest quality of classroom and laboratory teaching by the timely and effective delivery of laboratory equipment and materials in support of the Science tutors’ demonstrations and practical classes 

To set up and to test the laboratory equipment and materials required by public examinations, and to be on-site and immediately available throughout each practical examination 

To participate in arrangements to support the laboratory programmes for targeted students entered in the Olympiad practical tests, the Engineering Education Scheme and the activities of the Science Clubs 

To contribute to the improvement of the Science Schemes of Work by helping the Science tutors improve and extend their classroom demonstrations and laboratory practical classes 

To maintain all laboratory equipment, glassware and associated teaching resources in accordance with good laboratory practice and the maintenance procedures laid down by the manufacturers 

To make recommendations about the purchase of apparatus and equipment and to maintain correct stock levels. 

To maintain a supply of distilled water, ice and organic materials sufficient for the needs of teaching and public examinations 

To help maintain the list of laboratory hazards and support the lead technician in the safe disposal of broken equipment, glassware and chemicals. 

To follow Health & Safety at Work regulations and the COSHH and CLEAPSS codes of practices 

To ensure that students adhere to the code of conduct set out in the Laboratory Rules 

To contribute to Departmental audits and action plans and the Directorate’s action plan for continuous improvement and the pursuit of excellence 

To receive direction from the Curriculum Director and Heads of Department and to work in partnership with the Lead Science Technician. 

To attend Directorate and Departmental meetings and general College staff meeting as required. 

ETHICS AND BEHAVIOUR 

You will maintain standards of ethics and behaviour in and out of school.  

In particular, you will: 

Treat students with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect 

Have regard for the need to safeguard students’ well-being 

Show tolerance of and respect for the rights of others 

Maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality 

Help to create and maintain a safe working environment for everyone 

Understand and act within the relevant College, national and statutory frameworks 

Develop and maintain a full understanding of current child protection procedures 

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

The job requires that you are: 

Efficient and organised 

IT literate 

Smartly and professionally dressed 

Good at prioritising your time 

Comfortable working in English. 

And that you have: 

An excellent working knowledge of, and background in, safe laboratory practices appropriate for the range of activities in a school age science programme 

A logical, structured and organised outlook on life 

High levels of energy, an even temper and a sense of humour 

Ability to relate to young people 

Ability and willingness to work in a multi-cultural environment 

Willingness to work unsociable hours, including occasional weekend and evenings 

Ability to work as a team member and lead by example 

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 

Experience working in a customer service role, if possible 

ABOUT CATS Global Schools

In the context of international education, the name CATS is known and loved by generations of learners and is synonymous with excellence. Originally, CATS was an acronym for Cambridge Arts, Technology and Science, representing the focus of the founding colleges based in the city. However, today, CATS Global Schools is much broader, it brings together a number of schools in four countries (UK, US, Canada and China). Its portfolio includes independent boarding schools, an Arts University College, English language schools and a variety of summer schools all with the common purpose of “inspiring the next generation of world shapers.”

AND FINALLY

CATS Colleges are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect everyone connected with the organisation to share this commitment. All positions are subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment pre-employment checks in line with KCSIE guidelines.