OUR OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU

We are looking to appoint a Science Technician (maternity cover) to join our inspirational organisation.
Reporting directly to the Directors of Learning and other post holders within the Learning Area, the principal role of the Science Technician is to be responsible for the maintenance and effective operation of equipment and resources in the Science department.
You will ensure Science teachers have the equipment and resources they need to provide excellent opportunities for students to learn. The science technicians play a crucial role in supporting and directly improving our students’ learning experiences
.Do you want to work with inquisitive students and collaborative staff? Do you value being at the heart of a vibrant city? Does this sound like your perfect job?
Then Landau Forte College Derby is the place for you.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION

The person we are looking for should:
· Be creative and hardworking.
· Have excellent personal organisational skills.
· Be adaptable with a good sense of humour and able to take the initiative.
· Have a calm and approachable manner
· Be a very good team worker with the capacity to build relationships at all levels across the organisation.
· Be proactive; a forward thinker
· Be able to work successfully as part of a highly effective team.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• To make up solutions/reagents for general laboratory and individual use. To assist teaching staff in the running/supervision of individual practical sessions e.g. assessments and possibly day field trips.
• To provide support to Science teachers and students during lessons where necessary/directed, offering guidance and assistance in practical activities.
• Assist teaching staff in the development of appropriate resources for teaching and learning as directed (including filing and photocopying), and as required to meet the day-to-day needs.
• To attend college meetings and health and safety meetings and feedback as necessary to the department.
• To attend regular technician team meetings.
• To be involved in the annual Performance Manager process.
• Assist Science staff in preparing and setting up display work.
• To ensure all documentation relating to the maintenance of equipment is up to date.
• Attend Open Evenings and other similar college events.
• To undertake such other duties related to the work of the department appropriate to the post as may be assigned.