Job Title: Lead Technician - Biology
Location: Hulme, Manchester, M15 5PB
Salary: £27,747 - £29,346 per annum (SFCA Support Staff pay spine points 13-15)
Job Type: Permanent, Full time
Closing Date: 30th August 2024
The College is looking to appoint a Lead Technician - Biology. The post holder will work as part of a team to service the laboratories with primary oversight for the biology department, so that staff and students can carry out practical work efficiently, accurately and safely.
The ideal candidate will advise the technician team on departmental matters and manage the departmental timetable - coordinating the delivery of practical activities. They will be the first point of contact for specific departmental matters and will therefore work closely with the Head of Department and Assistant Head of Department.
This role will ensure the safe custody of equipment and consumables within the science faculty and manage the stock, identifying equipment for maintenance and repair. Additionally, you will prepare materials for class practical's, receive chemicals, equipment and biological materials, source materials which are not readily available or require special handling, and purchase goods from external sources whilst being mindful to minimise expenditure to the college.
About Us:
Loreto Sixth Form College has been awarded a second consecutive outstanding rating in all areas under the latest framework in our December 2022 inspection. Ofsted noted "Leaders place a very high priority on staff mental health and wellbeing including workload. For example, staff can access counselling services, chaplaincy support, and the employee assistance programme", Loreto strives for excellence in staff and students alike, ensuring "Students benefit from an inclusive learning environment that celebrates their individual contributions to the college."
Loreto Sixth Form College is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders including volunteers are subject to appropriate vetting procedures as outlined in Part 3 of DfE, keeping children safe in education 2023 (Appendix 1), this includes a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced with barred list information check and any other relevant checks with statutory bodies.
Supporting Statement:
In your supporting statement we ask you to outline why you are interested in the role and how you feel you are suited to it with reference to the criteria in the person specification. This is part of the application process and therefore will be assessed. You must tell us how you meet the criteria listed.
To apply for the role, please click the APPLY button to be redirected to the college's careers page.
Candidates with the experience and relevant job titles of: Laboratory; Science, Science Technician, Laboratory Worker, Testing Technician, Biology Technician, Biology Lead Technician, Team Leader, Science Team Leader may also be considered for this role.