Responsibilities
Retrieving, setting up and putting away equipment in a laboratory environment for practical lessons,
Liaising with science teaching staff on their needs for practical work and maintain an efficient system for use and allocation of materials and equipment, setting a priority system where necessary
Assisting science teaching staff with classroom demonstrations
Maintaining a safe chemical storage/handling/disposal system in accordance with current regulations
Assisting with security of science laboratory and equipment
Maintaining an inventory of equipment and annual stocktaking
Keeping a record of the consumables used regularly and maintain adequate supplies of them (including chemicals).
Ordering equipment and chemicals in consultation with the Procurement Officer
Assisting with labeling, storage, stock taking and ordering of equipment and chemicals
Keeping appropriate records of purchases, confirming safe arrival of all productsServicing and clean simple laboratory apparatus/equipment
Developing
maintenance procedures for laboratory equipment and organize maintenance where required
Reporting damages to equipment and arrange repairs
Conducting safety audits for the laboratories
Creating and maintain chemical and equipment databases
Maintaining a clean and organized science preparation area.
Assisting with record keeping
Evaluating and select equipment, and make recommendations for purchase to Science Coordinator.
Qualifications
Relevant academic qualification of at least a Diploma but desirably a Bachelor’s Degree
A proven progressive experience in a similar or higher role
Practical experience within a school environment would be advantageous
A high level of communication and listening skills, organizational and problem-solving skills
A motivated researcher with the ability to motivate and build a rapport with people
Flexibility and adaptability
An empathetic, non-judgmental and ethical approach
The ability to work individually or as part of a team
The ability to manage your own caseload and the capability to work under pressure
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