Science Technician (Senior School)
British School of Bahrain
Bahrain
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- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2022
- Apply by:
- 16 June 2022
Job overview
Science Technician (Senior School)
Preferably Local-hire in Bahrain
Starting August 2022
The British School of Bahrain (BSB) is seeking to appoint an outstanding Science Technician for August 2022.
The Senior school at BSB is a vibrant and enjoyable place to work. It is amongst the finest in the country, renowned for its pedagogy, staff development and academic success. The school is seeking either a new entrant to the profession or someone looking to move to broaden the range of their experience in a large, nationally renowned school that is leading developments within the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Applicants will be academically able, with a degree in the subject, they will also be enthusiastic and collegiate. Involvement in the wider life of this outstandingly successful British School is expected.
The British School of Bahrain
https://britishschoolbahrain.com/about-us/prospectus
We are BSB, a school with its roots in the historic and culturally rich country of Bahrain, which is now growing within the global community. Join us on this journey.
The British School of Bahrain is committed to providing a high-quality, international education for students in the Kingdom of Bahrain. We are a selective, coeducational, independent Nursery-through-Year 13 school. Our curriculum is based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales, with some adaptations to the local context and offers IGCSE and A-Level/BTEC examinations. While the language of academic instruction is English, we are a truly international school, and our pupils and staff come from over 82 different nationalities. The school has 2900 students on roll aged 3-18, it has a warm feel to it, and there is a sense of fun. Most importantly, our students are a joy to teach.
Teaching and & Learning at BSB
BSB is a member of the Inspired global group of schools, which aspires to the highest standards in private education. Integrating innovative, challenging and enriching programmes in the academic curriculum, performing arts and sport is central to the Inspired approach.
Judged as ‘Outstanding’ in both our most recent BSO and BQA inspections, we have high expectations of our students throughout their educational journey. Our aim is to provide our graduating students with a passport to the best universities, colleges and careers around the world.
We are looking for a reflective practitioner who can provide general technician support to the staff and students, including preparation and maintenance of resources and equipment under the instruction of the teaching staff.
Specific responsibilities:
- To keep up to date with curriculum developments preparing in advance of lessons all necessary equipment, resources and documents; delivering them to the relevant classroom and laying out as requested; clearing and washing up at the end of lessons; returning all equipment to the prep room or storage area as appropriate.
- Liaise with procurement for the ordering of perishable resources.
- Apply generic lab technician skills to deliver high quality practicals and demonstrations to be used in physics/chemistry/biology lessons.
- If requisitioned by teachers, follow the control procedures for the use of radioactive sources to safely transport the sources and associated equipment from the ‘Radiation Cupboard’ to the classroom and then return them after use.
- Help in the trial of core practicals.
- When requested, assist teachers with demonstrations and practicals in the classroom.
- Develop new systems in the laboratories and prep rooms to improve the technical support service.
Maintaining Equipment and Resources
- Help conduct half termly lab checks and report problems regarding labs, fume hoods and equipment. Help ensure the laboratories (including sinks) are regularly cleaned and that the gas taps and electric sockets are regularly checked for foreign objects inserted into them.
- Monitor stock of materials and equipment. Maintain stock levels spreadsheet and use this to inform planning for orders and budgeting.
- Keep prep rooms clean and tidy ensuring a safe environment for all staff.
Managing Health and Safety
- Ensure that statutory health and safety regulations and safe practice are complied with in all aspects of the work, and be proactive in monitoring and ensuring compliance.
- Undertake appropriate training in the application of health and safety law including COSHH, CLEAPSS standards and the school’s own health and safety policies.
- Remove from use any equipment that is deemed unsafe and report it to your line manager.
- Report any misuse of tools, equipment and materials.
- Cooperate with the Head of Science on all matters connected with health, safety, welfare and safeguarding.
- Assist teachers, when requested, in carrying out risk assessments for demonstrations and practicals and keep a log of all risk assessments.
- Ensure the safe storage of all chemicals and equipment
- Dispose of waste materials appropriately
- Advise staff on any problems and safety concerns
- Carry out or arrange routine maintenance of science laboratories and equipment
- Ensure laboratories are kept clean and tidy in conjunction with teaching and cleaning staff:
○ Cleaning sinks, chemicals and study surfaces, spillages of chemicals.
○ Storing materials tidily.
○ Keeping equipment clean.
○ Cleaning and maintaining of goggles.
○ Carrying out safety checks on equipment, for example, Bunsen tubing etc.
To be considered for this position, you will need to meet our qualifications and experience requirements.
APPLICATION PROCESS
The British School of Bahrain is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will undergo rigorous child protection screening including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS check.
To apply for this position, please complete the TES online application. The application form will be automatically directed to the BSB Human Resources Department. You can send your cover letter, credentials, passport copy and police clearance via BSB HR’s email address hr@thebsbh.com as soon as possible. We do not accept Curriculum Vitae or Resumes. All applications will be acknowledged via email.
We request references for all candidates that we invite to interview.
For non-local applicants, interviews will take place via Zoom. Applicants will be invited to conduct two interviews, one with the Executive Headmaster and the other with the Head of each School.
If you would like to find out more about our School, please visit www.britishschoolbahrain.com
British School of Bahrain
Budaiya
Kingdom of Bahrain
Telephone: +973 176 10920
Email: hr@thebsbh.com
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About British School of Bahrain
Our School is part of the Inspired Education Group
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with over 100 premium private schools spanning five continents providing premium education to over 80,000 students ensuring they all receive a first-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.
We offer you the chance to work/live in an exciting new location, collaborate with passionate educators, develop your skills, and grow in a role that inspires you.
Please visit our careers site for further information and to see our latest opportunities - https://careers.inspirededu.com/
The British School of Bahrain has an international reputation for pastoral excellence and academic success combined with exceptional co-curricular achievements. The School is a supportive, collegial and ambitious environment that maintains its sense of fun and happiness.
The British School of Bahrain was established in Adliya in 1995 to provide a British education within Bahrain. We were founded as a school with a family feel that supported individual students through outstanding pastoral care. Over the last 25 years, some elements, including our location, have changed, but our philosophy to treat every child as an individual and make them feel part of our family is still at our core. The British School of Bahrain benefits considerably from being a proud member of Inspired, a leading global schools group operating on five continents with over 110 schools worldwide. By being a member of Inspired, the British School of Bahrain is able to access partnerships and programmes which individual schools cannot access
At its core, BSB prides itself on its caring environment in which every pupil is able to grow personally and academically into the leaders of the future. As a school, we strive to achieve the very best outcomes for pupils in all areas of school life through genuine, personalised education.
While BSB follows a British National Curriculum model, it is a truly international school that derives its identity from both the wonderful country of Bahrain and the large extensive range of nationalities (90) that make up our School. The School prides itself on its close relationship with its parents, and we work collaboratively to create a nurturing environment that allows every student to fulfil their potential. The British School of Bahrain’s credo is to place the student at the centre of their own education, as expressed in the school’s vision: Excellence, Responsibility, Individuality.
Executive Head of School
John Maguire
Vision and School Ethos
The British School of Bahrain (BSB) aims to continue to be a proud member of the Inspired group of schools as the leading school in Bahrain, offering a world-class education, rooted in character-forming values while maintaining the schools’ positive pupil-centred ethos.
We aspire to continue to be a dynamic school that students, staff, parents and alumni are proud to be associated with. The school will continue to guarantee the highest possible pastoral and academic development for students who aspire to be global leaders in their chosen field. BSB will maintain its ethos of innovation and the achievement of high academic results through added value and will achieve this while maintaining the school’s personal feel and prioritising the happiness of all BSB community members.
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