Science Technician - 21hpw - Ballymena

Main duties and responsibilities Set Up

* Preparations of classroom area, resources, materials, equipment and/or tools before classes arrive to carry out practical activities.

* Operate and train staff in the use of complex resources, materials, equipment and/or tools using safe working practices.

* Demonstrating basic techniques to students under the supervision of Lecturing staff

* Supervising correct usage of resources, materials and/or tools by Lecturers and Students.

* Assisting Lecturers during practical sessions and ensuring that students use safe working practices.

* Coordinating the loan of resources, materials, equipment and/or tools as required by students for teaching and/or project work and ensuring the correct safeguards are in place for the return of these.

Clear Up

* Accounting for resources, materials, equipment and/or tools at the end of practical sessions.

* Maintaining optimum standards within the learning space complying with Health and Safety and Hygiene Regulations * Dismantle and storage of relevant materials, equipment and/or tools at the end of practical sessions.

* Disposing of used material in a safe and approved manner

* Regular cleaning of resources, materials, equipment, and/or tools

Stock Control, storage, ordering

* Maintaining adequate stock levels and records within the curriculum area.

* Responsible for sourcing and purchasing new equipment and stock in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible.

* Liaising with industry representatives regarding stock

* Implementation of a stock control and cataloguing process using an IT database.

* Receiving, checking and ensuring correct storage of stock

* Ensuring relevant stock take is undertaken

* Ensure resources, materials, equipment and/or tools are maintained and stored in good working order and reporting of any faults to Curriculum Manager.

* Assessing the condition of resources, materials, equipment and/or tools with regard to health and safety before further issue. * Rotation and stock control of materials. General

* Cash handling and completion of relevant documentation relating to the department where applicable

* Assisting teaching staff with the set up and clearance for exhibitions, competitions and other displays

* Support all staff in ensuring the general safety of students.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA;

A Level 3 qualification in a Science Discipline to include Chemistry or Biology as a significant component of this qualification.

GCSE Mathematics at Grade A - C or equivalent.

GCSE English Language at Grade A - C or equivalent

Qualified to Level 4/5 in a Science Discipline.

1 years' experience in a work/academic lab-based setting.

Laboratory experience acquired while completing practical's as part of a university degree or as part of a Foundation Degree/HND will be considered.

Experience as a science technician in an education or industrial setting.

Knowledge and experience working with animal would be advantageous.