Job Description

Job description

Our Promise

Providing a full and rounded education is the key to unlocking a child's potential. From their first day in our Nursery to their last day in Sixth form, Woodhouse Grove students are offered a wealth of opportunities, both academic and co-curricular.

JOB TITLE

: Science Lab Technician

RESPONSIBLE TO

: Head of Department: Science (Biology or Physics)

SALARY

: Minimum 13.45 per hour.

HOURS OF WORK

37.5 hours per week (part time applicants also considered)
Monday to Friday
8.15am to 4.15pm (including 30 min unpaid lunch break)
Term Time Only

HOLIDAY

Statutory Minimum Entitlement. 12.07% on contracted working hours.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

At Woodhouse Grove, we believe that practical activities and skill development is at the centre of the science curriculum. Our science subjects are a popular A-level choice and our students and parents have high expectations of the range of experiences they are offered in class. As a Science Technician, you will work closely with the Heads of Department to support teaching and learning across all science subjects and age ranges. You will be expected to respond to requests to deliver technical service to facilitate the practical aspects of science education. You will be able to work closely with students, teachers and other technicians and be able to be flexible enough to meet their individual needs. The organisation, delivery, maintenance and replacement of resources and equipment will be managed so that barriers to practical teaching and learning and therefore pupil progress are removed.

We have vacancies for two Science technicians to support both Biology and/or Physics.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare solutions and assemble apparatus in order to ensure that the correct resources are available for practical lessons (up to A Level Biology/Physics standard). Deliver equipment to classes and collect, check and return equipment to the stores to ensure that it is safely, securely and appropriately stored. Clear away after practicals and wash all the used glassware. General housekeeping of the laboratories. Assist in the preparation and clearing away from Open Mornings twice per year. Support the provision of our STEM club. Carry out maintenance checks and arrange for repairs as necessary to ensure that all equipment is safe and ready to use in lessons. Coordinate and organise the inventory of equipment and stock control in order to maintain a supply of equipment for teaching use. Undertake stock checks and ensures that all chemicals are stored safely and secure to ensure the health and safety of students and staff in the school. Perform health and safety checks and ensure equipment and laboratories are clean and tidy in order to maintain a safe and stimulating learning environment for students. Provide information for students and teachers on the correct way to handle equipment and chemicals in order to avoid accidents and/or damage to equipment. Assist with demonstrations on how to use equipment and provide technical support to students and teachers (experienced and trainees) including health and safety advice to ensure that correct procedures are adhered to at all times. Order equipment and arrange for repairs as directed and maintain accurate financial records to ensure that school financial procedures are adhered to and expenditure is kept within budget. Receive and check deliveries of supplies to ensure accuracy from suppliers. Liaise with equipment providers to ensure good quality provision and value for money. Liaising with academic staff to discuss timetables, equipment requirements and work plans. Running trials of experiments prior to classes and then demonstrating techniques for experiments. Record keeping, e.g. for students' practical sessions, tracking methods, results, etc. Assist classroom teachers as directed to produce creative classroom displays that can be used to enhance classroom practice. Keep abreast with Health and Safety regulations pertinent to the classroom and preparation room, amending and improving procedures where required.
The post holder may be required to perform duties other than those given in the job description for the post. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to posts may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE- Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential:

5 GCSEs including Science, Maths and English A Level/BTec/Level 3 qualification in Science
Desirable:

Education to degree level (Science based)

Experience

Essential:

Experience working/studying in a professional Science setting

Desirable:

Experience of working as a school Science Technician Experience of supporting pupils in a classroom environment

Knowledge

Essential:

Responsible and conscientious codes of practice approach to Health and Safety
Desirable:

Knowledge of CLEAPSS and safe working practice when dealing with hazardous substances.

Skills

Essential:

Good oral, written communication and numeracy skills Knowledge of chemicals and the ability to prepare solutions Ability to work independently and use your initiative to pre-empt further issues Confident and competent use of ICT Ability to prioritise effectively Meticulous approach to record keeping Ability to follow instructions but make good judgements and lead when required Ability to solve problems and make decisions Willingness to learn new systems and establish new procedures
Desirable:

Training in First Aid

General/Personal Qualities

Essential:

General passion and a belief in the potential of every pupil Calmness under pressure Helpful and positive Smart, business-like, professional appearance Capacity for hard work under pressure A team player, collaborative worker Self-motivated Willingness and ability to contribute greatly to the wider life of the School Resilient Strives for excellence in every aspect of school life Determination and perseverance Enthusiasm Patience
Desirable:

An interest in the education landscape
As the job for which you are applying involves substantial opportunity for access to children, it is important that you provide us with legally accurate answers. Upfront disclosure of a criminal record may not debar you from appointment as we shall consider the nature of the offence, how long ago and at what age it was committed and any other relevant factors. If you are shortlisted and invited to interview, you must declare any relevant warnings, reprimands, cautions and/or convictions by completing a self-disclosure form prior to interview. Any positive disclosure will be discussed at interview. For further information on which offenses should be disclosed please visit the following pages:
Nacro - https://www.nacro.org.uk/criminal-record-support-service/
Unlock - https://www.unlock.org.uk/contact-us/

Please note that the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are "protected" and are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found at the Disclosure and Barring Service website www.gov.uk/dbs.

Equal Opportunities Employer

Woodhouse Grove School is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate, or to receive less favourable treatment, on grounds of age, disability, race, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, skills, experience, and abilities.?Applicants or employees with questions or concerns relating to discrimination for any of the reasons listed above should contact Saima Hussain, Head of Human Resources,

Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy

Woodhouse Grove School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment by complying with the School's Safeguarding Policy and Staff Code of Conduct at all times. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and The Disclosure and Barring Service.

As part of the shortlisting process, online searches on shortlisted candidates will be carried out as part of our due diligence.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: From 13.45 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay Transport links
Work Location: In person