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Science Technician

Harris Academy Falconwood

Greater London

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

26 days ago

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An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Science Technician to support teaching staff and enhance student learning experiences. In this vital role, you will assist in classroom preparations, ensure the safe use of equipment, and maintain a well-organized science area. Your expertise in health and safety regulations and chemical properties will be essential in creating a safe and effective learning environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the educational journey of students while working in a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. If you are passionate about science and education, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications to A Level or equivalent in a relevant science subject.
Experience working as a technician in an educational setting.

Assist teaching staff with classroom preparation and practical exercises.
Ensure safe use of tools and equipment during learning activities.
Conduct safety checks and risk assessments in compliance with regulations.

Health and Safety Knowledge

Chemical Properties Understanding

Technical Support Experience

Stock Keeping

A Level or equivalent in Physics, Chemistry, or Biology

Safety Equipment

Laboratory Tools

Main Areas of Responsibility

Your Responsibilities Will Include

Assisting and advising teaching staff on the preparation and layout in classrooms for practical exercises, running trials of experiments, demonstrations and helping students with learning activities
Ensuring equipment and materials are prepared to the teacher's specifications, including making up special equipment or modifying from existing equipment
Advising students and staff on the safe and proper use of tools and equipment and on the correct and safe way to carry out learning activities
Assisting in the safety, repair and general maintenance of all resources, equipment and tools, and advising where any maintenance or inspection is beyond your competence
Ensuring the welfare and care of any plants and animals in the science area and the security of the equipment
Ensuring understanding of science syllabus and schemes of work to prepare for practical lessons adequately
Assisting with stock keeping
Undertaking safety checks and risk assessments to comply with the requirements of Health and Safety, COSHH and other relevant legislation and school documentation
Ensuring that all equipment and materials are stored safely, securely, and in good condition
Safe disposal of used chemicals/hazardous waste
Keeping up to date with health and safety regulations and with developments in practical science
Working with other technical staff to assist in keeping areas neat, clean, tidy and in a safe condition in readiness for lessons, as well as cleaning and making safe spills, breakages and related incidents

Qualifications & Experience

We would like to hear from you if you have:

Qualifications to A Level or equivalent (A Level in either physics, chemistry or biology)
COSHH training as appropriate
Basic knowledge of Health and Safety regulations
Good understanding of a range of chemicals and their properties
Experience or solid understanding of working as a technician in a school or educational establishment, undertaking a range of practical tasks
Experience of managing and being responsible for own workload

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