Science Technician

PURPOSE OF JOB: To take first responsibility for an agreed area of the Curriculum, and within that area to provide full technician support to teaching staff, particularly in the preparation and cleaning/clearing of lesson materials., Preparation and Use of Equipment:

· To ensure the efficient and prompt preparation and organisation of equipment and materials for lessons as required

· To ensure safe storage and use of laboratory equipment

· To carry out or arrange for the maintenance and repair of equipment as appropriate

· To assist in preparing lesson materials in other science departments from time to time

· To maintain stock levels and assist in ordering items as required

· To organise text books, worksheets, routine filing and photocopying as required

Clearing & Cleaning:

· To clear equipment and laboratories after each lesson

Teaching Staff & Pupil Support:

· To set up equipment for practical demonstrations ready for teachers to use

· To help to develop new or improved experiments or demos, maintaining accurate records of set-ups to support this

· To liaise with other departments/schools regarding use of additional or specialist equipment

Monitor Health & Safety Needs:

· To ensure the application of Health and Safety procedures including using CLEAPSS resources

· To raise awareness of H&S issues specifically in relation to laboratories

· To assist in ensuring the safe conduct of pupils in the department.

Training & Development:

· To have or to be working towards suitable qualifications for the specific post.

· To undertake any training commensurate with the post

· To review and enhance personal development within the role and the Science Technician team as appropriate.

Other:

• Any other duties as may reasonably be requested of this postholder.


• To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development, and training opportunities in discussion with line manager


• To comply with individual responsibilities, in accordance with the role, for health & safety in the workplace


• Ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the School's Equal Opportunities Policy


• The Governing Board is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment


• The duties above are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder may be required by the Headteacher to carry out appropriate duties within the context of the job, skills and grade.