Are you organised, practical and interested in science? Perhaps you're a science graduate or have previous experience working in a laboratory environment? This could be a great opportunity to put your skills to use!
In the Science Technician role, your duties will include:
- Preparing practical materials and resources for science lessons, maintaining stock and providing general departmental support.
- Monitoring and maintaining laboratory equipment, chemicals and specimens, ensuring health and safety standards are followed.
- Safely handling and disposing of chemical spillages and minimising waste.
- Ensuring apparatus and equipment are clean, safe and in good working order.
- Assisting with ordering, storing and issuing stock and resources.
- Organising audio-visual and IT equipment and occasionally supporting practical demonstrations.
To be considered for the Science Technician role, you will need:
- Previous experience in a similar role or a science-related environment.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload.
- A flexible, adaptable and proactive approach, with the ability to work well as part of a team.
- Strong communication skills in both Welsh and English.
- The ability to work accurately and efficiently, including when under pressure.
This is a temporary, term-time-only position working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between 8am and 4pm.
The pay rate is £15.56 per hour plus holiday pay. The role is conveniently located near St Asaph, Denbighshire.
The position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.