Science Technician - UAE National

at  The Aquila School

ADVISING STAFF OF TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS RAISED BY THE CURRICULUM, ENSURING THE HEALTH, WELFARE AND SAFETY OF STAFF AND PUPILS IN ACCORDANCE WITH HEALTH AND SAFETY LEGISLATION

• To liaise with the line manager to ensure that the classrooms are well equipped and offer a safe and clean working environment as according to School guidelines for staff and students
• Ensuring all equipment is well maintained, in good working order for its safe use
• Preparing, handling, organising, storing and checking the condition of chemicals and equipment as according to CLEAPSS regulations
• Undertake safety checks as required and comply with the requirements of Health and Safety, reporting issues with fittings or fixture and action is taken
• Clean and make safe spills, breakages and related incidents
• To safely dispose of waste materials, including hazardous substances
• To follow and provide Health & Safety advice to technical staff, teachers and pupils

EXPERIENCE

A minimum 3 years experience
Experience working in a through school
Experience in a similar role

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Experience of using Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of Health and Safety Issues
Knowledge of the National Curriculum
Experience of handling scientific equipment and substances
Evidence of working unsupervised
Working in an education setting
Excellent organisational skills
Ability to work hard under pressure while maintaining a positive, professional attitude
Ability to offer professional guidance and assistance to pupils and teachers
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to maintain a range of tools and equipment.
Ability to carry our risk assessments in relation to laboratory work
Ability to organise and prioritise workload and work on own initiative
Problem solving
Ability to follow instructions accurately.
Ability to communicate effectively with staff and students, maintaining good working
relationships
Ability to accurately input information
Flexible and willing to contribute to the success of the team
Attention to detail
Ability to work calmly under pressure
You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.
1. Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.
2. Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.
3. Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.
4. Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.
5. Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.
6. Agile. Responds and adapts to changing circumstances; manages and solves problems by providing solutions in a climate of ambiguity.
7. Planning & Decision Making. Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans, organises, prioritises and balances resources to achieve the desired outcome.
8. Diversity & Equity. Has the sensitivity, awareness and skill to understand the values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures that supports all children and adults to learn and work effectively.

PURPOSE OF ROLE

Preparing and promoting the development of science practical work to meet teaching, student and learning needs.

SCIENCE TECHNICIAN KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

To co-ordinate and provide practical resources and facilities to science laboratories ensuring timetabled deadlines are met; Provide assistance and advice in the practical aspects of the science curriculum, by liaising with teachers and other support staff; Ensuring the health, welfare and safety of staff and pupils in accordance with health and safety legislation as far as is possible.