Science Technician (Chemistry)
- Job Type: Part-time (0.8 - 4 days a week)
- Location: Northwest London
- Salary: £15-18 per hour
We are seeking a dedicated Science Technician with a specialism in Chemistry to join our client's dynamic science department. The successful candidate will provide essential support to facilitate high-quality teaching and learning in Chemistry. This role involves preparing equipment and resources for demonstrations, practical work, assessments, and examinations, as well as supporting the wider functioning of the department.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Prepare science materials and equipment, ensuring all practical lessons are well-resourced with the necessary apparatus, chemicals, and visual aids.
- Carry out risk assessments for technical activities and dispose of waste materials in accordance with CLEAPSS guidelines.
- Manage the safe disposal of chemicals and responsibility for radioactive materials, with provided training.
- Conduct stock taking, order necessary items, and maintain inventory control.
- Maintain clean and tidy laboratories and preparation rooms, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety Regulations.
- Perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and services.
- Support the department with reprographic duties and resource-related tasks as needed.
- Assist with invigilating examinations as directed by the Exams Officer.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Good working knowledge of COSHH & CLEAPSS to maintain compliance with Health and Safety Regulations.
- IT literate with effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently in a team.
- Prior experience as a School Science Technician is desirable, but other relevant experience will be considered.
At Reed, we believe that experience is just as important as qualifications. So, if you have experience in teaching others, we encourage you to start your registration today. You'll be joining a team of passionate professionals who provide the best possible education to the students of our clients.
To apply for this role, please send us your updated CV by clicking 'Apply Now'.
Not looking for teaching roles? We are also registering teaching assistants, learning support assistants, learning mentors and technicians through to other FE positions including HR, finance, facilities, administrators. We also have a specialist team of interim and senior management consultants with over 20 years' experience in the sector.
Reed Further Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment by undergoing a 2 year' employment check and a DBS Application, completing mandatory training within 6 weeks of your first assignment and annually thereafter.
Thank you for your interest in working with Reed Further Education. We look forward to hearing from you soon.