Assistant Science Technician

Assistant Science Technician

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Assistant Science Technician

• Working hours - Full-time, term-time only plus 1 week, Monday-Friday, 8.00am-5.00pm
• Salary - £25,758pa Actual (£30,721 full-time equivalent)
• Pension scheme - Local Government Pension Scheme
• Start date - ASAP
• Contract terms - Permanent
• Line manager - Senior Science Technician

Key responsibilities

- To support the Senior Science Technician in preparing high-quality science resources for laboratory teaching.

- To support students and Science staff in the fulfilment of the A-level practical science curriculum.

- To observe a healthy and safe working environment at all times.

Specific tasks

Preparation of resources

- Ensure that the preproomsand labsare cleanand well organised at all times.

- Prepare equipment, chemicals, solutions etc. for practical lessons in a timely manner and clear up afterwards.

- Ensure stock levels of glassware, chemicals etc are maintained.

Science department support

- Assist students and staff during practical lessons.

- Be involved with Open Days, feeder school workshops and other events outside the normal timetable.

- Work across the different areas of Biology, Chemistry and Physics as demand dictates.

Health and safety

- Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the relevant risk assessments and health and safety protocols.

- Ensure that the strict health and safety working practices are observed at all times.

- Provide advice and assistance to staff on safe working practices and problems relating to health and safety, in particular on the use of apparatus and equipment.

- Provide first aid treatment for minor laboratory injuries.

Personal Attributes and Qualities

- Tidy, organised and methodical

- Self-motivated and proactive

- Innovative and good at finding solutions

- Able to remain calm when working under pressure

- Good communication and interpersonal skills

- Strong team-working skills

- A keen desire to learn ad apply knowledge in a practical setting

- Enjoyment of working with young people and an interest in supporting their education

- Willingness to attend training and courses to improve Science knowledge and skills

Desirable professional criteria

- Interest in Science and willingness to learn

- Good practical science and IT skills

- Dextrous and well coordinated to carry out precise laboratory tasks

- Willing to work flexibly and be adaptable

- Safe and responsible attitude - will ask for help if unsure

Knowledge and experience

- Previous experience working in a laboratory environment (either school, research or commercial setting) is desirable

- Full first aid qualification or willingness to undergo training within the first three months of employment

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and proactively seek to recruit a diverse staff body.

The London Academy of Excellence Tottenham is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to this post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Please note that this role 'exempt' from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore, you are required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings that are not 'protected' (i.e. filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). Further information is available on the school's website.