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OverviewPrep School Lab Technician role at TES FE News. 20 hours per week for 36 weeks per year (34 weeks term time, plus inset days, plus 2 weeks in the holidays; holidays can be flexible). Salary: 10,483. Start date: as soon as possible (early applications welcome).Culford School aims to unlock the potential of every child and to develop lifelong values and a love of learning within a community that strives for excellence and nurtures compassion and resilience. The staff commit to supporting these aims within their roles and the schools strategic aims.A warm, caring character balancing a professional and learning-focused attitude, with a problem-solving approach and a can-do attitude, will help get the best out of pupils.The Duties And ResponsibilitiesProviding support for the science department, including ensuring availability of suitable materials and equipment, obtaining costs for materials, compiling and placing orders.Preparing, dismantling and cleaning materials and equipment for practical lessons as specified by teaching staff and delivering equipment to teaching rooms.Overseeing Health & Safety, including risk assessments for practical work.Carrying out visual checks of all equipment in all rooms before use by pupils.Providing a backup service for lessons so that extras, deficiencies, faults or spare equipment are available for lesson continuity.Keeping sinks and worktops clean; stock rooms and cupboards tidy and in good order.Assisting with administrative tasks and attending staff meetings as directed.Cover supervision in times of need, primarily to support teachers covering absent colleagues for lessons and duties.The PersonQualifications And TrainingWilling to undertake necessary training when required.ExperienceSolid work history.Skills And AttributesExcellent communication skillsArticulate, bright and able to learn quicklyProactive, enthusiastic and hardworkingWelcoming and approachable team playerSensitive and effective communication skillsSmart and professional in appearanceDiscreet and able to maintain confidentialityAbility to prioritise and meet deadlinesConfidence to deal calmly with difficult issuesConfidence to challenge and improve systemsThis job description will be reviewed annually and may be amended. It is not a comprehensive statement of tasks but sets out the main expectations of the school in relation to the post holders professional responsibilities and duties.All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks to meet vetting and barring requirements. For more information please refer to the application form.As an equal opportunities employer, Culford School is committed to equal treatment and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.Culford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out, references sought and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.We comply with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) code of practice and have a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, available on request. Shortlisted applicants may be asked to declare relevant convictions or cautions. Some minor offences are protected and should not be disclosed in certain circumstances.If you need guidance on criminal information disclosure, seek legal advice or contact Nacro or Unlock for impartial advice. More information is available on the Ministry of Justice website.Nacro - Nacro contact details; Unlock - Unlock contact details.Seniority levelEntry levelEmployment typePart-timeJob functionResearch, Analyst, and Information TechnologyIndustriesBook and Periodical PublishingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at TES FE News. Get notified about new Laboratory Technician jobs in Bury St Edmunds, England, United Kingdom. #J-18808-Ljbffr