PURPOSE -To provide practical andtechnical support to the Science Department, ensuring that lessons are wellresourced, equipment ismaintained safely, and practical activities are prepared efficiently to supporthigh-quality teaching andlearning.
Key Responsibilities
Practical LessonSupport
- Prepare, set outand clear away equipment and materials for science lessons.
- Prepare chemicalsolutions, specimens and apparatus as required.
- Provide technicalsupport for practical investigations and demonstrations.
Health and Safety
- Ensure compliancewith all health and safety regulations, including CLEAPSS guidance.
- Carry out riskassessments for practical activities where appropriate.
- Store chemicals,equipment and materials safely and securely.
- Disposeofhazardous materials in accordance with regulations.
- Conduct routinesafety checks of laboratories and equipment.
Resource Management
- Maintain stocklevels and order equipment, chemicals and consumables.
- Keep accurateinventory records.
- Organise andmaintain laboratories, preparation rooms and storage areas.
- Check, clean andundertake basic maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Administration
- Maintain recordsof equipment, chemicals and safety checks.
- Assist withdepartmental administration as required.
- Support theorganisation of science events, trips and enrichment activities.
ProfessionalResponsibilities
- Promote andsafeguard the welfare of children and young people.
- Maintainconfidentiality at all times.
- Participate inrelevant training and professional development.
- Support theschool's policies, procedures and values.
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