Job Introduction
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Amery Hill School for a Senior Science Technician. We require an enthusiastic and experienced person to provide effective & efficient support to the Science Department. We are ideally looking for someone with good knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
If you are a motivated individual with the ability to be a team player and show initiative, we would like to hear from you.
You will need:
- detailed knowledge of Health and Safety legislation including COSHH and ESCC regulations in relation to the safe handling and storage of chemicals
- knowledge of safe working practices in relation to the handling and usage of hazardous equipment and tools
- knowledge and understanding of the education sector and/or experience of working within a school environment
- a good level of general education to include GCSE maths and English (grade A-C) or equivalent. An A level in Physics, Biology or Chemistry or BTEC in Science or equivalent would be an advantage.
- experience of working as part of a team
You will be responsible for:
- supporting teaching staff and students in the ordering, maintaining, and organising supplies for lessons and the routine health and safety of equipment and work areas
- assisting with clearing classrooms/equipment/work areas after lessons including return of resources to appropriate storage
- organising, maintaining and ordering stock where required, including preparing orders for suppliers, and direct purchase of supplies where necessary
- managing the supervision of the Science Technician
We would be delighted for you to visit us before applying so you can meet the team and discover more about the opportunities that are available. Please contact our recruitment team on 01420 81307 to make an appointment to visit our school, or to discuss this further.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
