Senior Science Technician

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Qualifications and Experience

Educated to GCSE Grade C standard or above in English, Maths and a Science Subject (or equivalent)

Degree or Higher Education qualification in a science discipline (desirable)

Relevant health and safety qualification, e.g. CLEAPSS training (desirable)

First aid qualification, or willingness to train (desirable)

Experience working as a science or laboratory technician in a secondary school or similar setting

Experience preparing practical lessons and managing chemicals, equipment and resources

Experience in ordering, stock control and monitoring budgets

Experience supervising, mentoring or training other technicians (desirable)

Ability to plan, prioritise and allocate the workload of a technician team

Ability to delegate tasks while maintaining oversight of departmental operations

Experience leading a technician team, including appraisals or performance support (desirable)

Working knowledge of biology, chemistry and physics practical requirem

Working knowledge of biology, chemistry and physics practical requirements across KS3 and GCSE

Thorough understanding of health and safety legislation, CLEAPSS guidance and COSHH regulations

Knowledge of safe chemical storage, handling and disposal Confident use of Microsoft Office and stock management or record keeping systems