Lab Technician

This role is to support the science teaching team in the upkeep and management of the science laboratories, and support teaching and learning to ensure students are safe, happy and learning in a positive and nurturing environment.

Science Lab :

Main duties:

· Assisting in the preparation of materials and equipment for all science lessons.

· To ensure that science laboratories, preparation and stockrooms and their equipment are

maintained in a clean and safe way.

· Maintain stocks of science materials, chemicals and equipment; prepare and submit purchase

orders for replenishment when necessary.

· Administrative duties in support of the science teachers in the school.

· General teaching assistance /cover duties as required in support of the school.

· Complete end of day checks to ensure the safe daily shutdown of the laboratories.

Preparation of science lesson materials and equipment

· Preparation of equipment and materials, including required paperwork, for lessons both for demonstrations and whole class use.

· Prepare experiments, set up apparatus and equipment for demonstrations and practical lessons and exams.

· Advise staff of any problems or damage, including where safety concerns are evident.

· Assist with the collection and cataloguing of worksheets, books and other teaching materials.

· Liaise with teaching staff and prepare for taster days and open houses, miscellaneous workshops and competitions.

· When necessary, carry out trial investigations and experiments to be used by the teaching staff.

· Assist the teacher in the laboratories as requested.

Routine maintenance of science laboratories and preparation rooms, their equipment and services:

· Ensure the laboratory facilities and equipment are clean and well maintained to meet Health and Safety requirements.

· Ensure the safe storage and accessibility of equipment and materials.

· Ensure the safe disposal of used materials, including any dangerous substances, deal pro-actively with real or potential hazards in line with COSHH regulations.

· Regularly carry out health and safety checks, including risk assessments, on laboratories, preparation and storerooms.

General:

· To provide any other reasonable duties delegated by the School Management.

· Work with Health and Safety, and facilities teams, in ensuring safety and compliance with the regulations in place for labs to be able to operate seamlessly

· Representing the science department as a member of the Health & Safety Committee.

Applicants are required to submit their application through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Kindly copy-paste this link into a browser:

https://cognitapeople.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/2725?c=cognitapeople&source=mycareersfuture

SAFEGUARDING AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Brighton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to rigorous background checks, the receipt of satisfactory references, the College’s pre-employment medical question, relevant original ID documentation and examination certificates. The College understands that a robust, fair and transparent recruitment and selection policy plays a central role in achieving this aim.

The College is committed to ensuring that the recruitment and selection of staff is conducted in a manner that is systematic, efficient and effective and promotes equality of opportunity.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third (3rd) parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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Period of Registration : 14 October 2023 to 13 October 2027