Science Technician

The Achieve and Learn Trust has recently rebranded with new leadership at all levels. We are excited about this new strategic direction and the changes made to improve educational provision even more, for all our young people. Our Vision At the heart of the Trust's vision is a belief that students deserve the best educational Ms Kim Earle experience with aspirational curriculum provision and enrichment opportunities. We strive CEO of the for personal and academic achievement within a safe, inclusive and enriched learning Achieve and Learn Trust environment: opening minds, opening doors to learning opportunities and opening up pathways to successful futures. Our Aims Our aim is to ensure that all schools within the Trust aspire to be strong providers and aim for exemplary practice through creative approaches. Our Future We have an appetite for continuous improvement and development, with an overall ambition of expanding the Trust to develop a local partnership of schools, covering both primary and secondary phases. This will enable us to foster true partnership and collaborative work that both supports and challenges member schools., We seek to appoint an enthusiastic candidate to work as a Techniciansupporting the Science department in delivering the practical aspects ofScience courses across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Delivering and collecting equipment from classrooms/labs.
• Checking and restocking classroom/lab glassware and equipment.
• Assembling practical equipment and materials for specific lessons as
requested.
• Cleaning equipment and glassware where necessary.
• Maintaining a tidy and organised workspace.
• Supporting health and safety within the Department.
• Assisting and advising teaching staff.
• Performing computer-based admin tasks as directed (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint).
• Repairs and maintenance of equipment.
• Safely handling chemicals (training provided).
The successful candidate will be supported by the Senior Science Technicianand the Head of Department and will work as part of a two-technician team., Achieve and Learn Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment., General accountabilities and classroom support:
• Under the overall guidance of the Senior Science Technician, co-ordinate the use of
practical resources and facilities to meet the practical needs of the science curriculum.
• Ensuring the availability of suitable materials and equipment and to manage conflicting
demands on equipment, teaching resources and room allocation. To advise teaching staff of changes as necessary.
• Compile equipment and resource requests as received from Teaching Staff, including
sourcing, costing and suggesting economic alternatives to maintain stock levels.
• Continually updating own knowledge of the curriculum to ensure that changing
requirements can be met.
• Delivery and setting up apparatus in laboratories and removal at the end of lessons.
• To use existing technical experience to develop practicals to meet the demands of the
curriculum appropriate to student needs.
• Supporting lower school pupils during practical activities when requested, if time is
available.
• Carry out practical demonstrations as requested.
• Supporting KS3/4/5 coursework, offering technical advice in consultation with the teacher.
Advance planning of A-Level practical experiments, to include sourcing, planning and trialling the experiments to ensure the method is reliable in a classroom setting.
• Supporting students especially during A level individual coursework. Including
demonstrating activities and guiding students both within and outside lesson time.
• Use own initiative to assess requests for practical equipment and resources and suggest
changes and/or improvements to teaching staff.
• If current practical requests are not suitable, devise alternative scientific procedures to
ensure the effective delivery of the curriculum.
• Be able to give effective advice to teachers (in particular, trainee teachers and NQTs) on
practical demonstrations.
• To be able to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Contribute to assessment, monitoring and review of the Department's Health & Safety
procedures.
• Safely dispose of used materials including hazardous substances.
• Ensuring the safe use and storage of chemicals, equipment and other materials.
• Carry out risk assessments for technician activities.
• Familiarity with and use of CLEAPPS and/or COSHH regulations.
• Advise teaching staff on appropriate Health & Safety issues relevant to the practical activity
and make suggestions to improve safe delivery. Maintaining equipment
• Ensuring equipment works and is clean and safe to use.
• Ensuring chemical and apparatus stock levels are maintained and that solutions are
prepared.
• Manufacturing simple apparatus.
• Performing basic repairs.
• Ensuring the security of school equipment and property.
• Under the overall guidance of the Senior Technician, ensuring that both routine and nonroutine
checking, cleaning, maintenance, calibration, testing and repairing of equipment are carried out to the required standard. Stock control
• Ordering and monitoring levels of stock.
• Assist in keeping inventory up to date.
• Assist in keeping chemical records up to date.
General Requirements All staff are expected to:
• Work towards and support the academy vision and current objectives outlined in the
Academy Improvement Plan.
• Contribute to the school's programme of extra-curricular activities e.g. helping at Open
Evening.
• Support and contribute to the school's responsibility for safeguarding students.
• Work within the school's health and safety policy to ensure a safe working environment for
staff, students and visitors.
• Work within the Trust's School's Equality Objectives to promote equality of opportunity for
all students and staff, both current and prospective.
• Maintain high professional standards of attendance, punctuality, appearance, conduct and
positive, courteous relations with students, parents/carers and colleagues.
• Adhere to policies and circulars.
• To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grading of the post as directed by the
Headteacher. Review: This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition. It will be reviewed as and when deemed appropriate in line with the needs of Achieve and Learn Trust. It may be subject to change or modification at any time following consultation.

Previous detailed Science knowledge is not a pre-requisite, but a generalinterest would be an advantage. The successful candidate must have the abilityto work in an organised and efficient manner, have excellent attention to detail,and above all be honest, conscientious and determined.Previous school experience is not necessary, but you should be comfortable ina busy secondary school environment and be willing to undergo enhanced DBSchecks and Safeguarding training., A-Level(s) in Science subject(s) A/C/I EssentialRelevant professional / health & safety qualifications. A/C/I Essential2. ExperienceExperience of working in a practical science-based environment. A/I EssentialExperience of setting up and maintaining apparatus, chemicals A/I Essentialand equipment, including hazardous materials. A/I DesirableExperience of working in a school environment.3. KnowledgeProcedures for preparation, use and maintenance of materials A/I Desirableand equipment up to A-Level standardAwareness of health and safety issues relating to school science A/I Essential(an awareness of CLEAPSS and/or COSHH regulations would bean advantage).Understanding of Health & Safety and Risk Assessments. A/I EssentialWorking knowledge of the secondary science curriculum. A/I Desirable4. Skills & AbilitiesProven ability to demonstrate experiments and techniques to A/I Essentialcolleagues and students.Good communication skills with the ability to relate well to A/Iyoung people, and to provide technical assistance to staff and Essentialstudents in the department.Proven ability to work on own initiative and to organise and A/I Essentialprioritise tasks.Ability to work flexibly as part of a team, willingness to adapt to aA/I Essentialchanging environment and meeting differing challenges.Willingness to be available for occasional out of hours work. A/I EssentialWillingness to undertake training and keep abreast of current A/Iissues relevant to own area of work. EssentialIT Skills A/I Desirable5. Attitude and ApproachSmart, professional appearance. A/I EssentialBoundless energy and vision; resilience and 'can do' approach. A/I EssentialPositive and proactive approach to continuous improvement. A/I Essential

Altrincham College is an over-subscribed 11-18 Academy set in the pleasant South Manchester suburbs of Hale/Timperley, on the Manchester/Trafford border. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Our vision is to nurture well-rounded citizens of the future who are knowledgeable, happy and resilient so that they make a valuable Mr Andy Keegan contribution to the world in which they live and are empowered to make informed and positive life choices. Headteacher Altrincham College places a high value on professional development; CPD opportunities will be available to the successful applicant. This post offers the opportunity to join a great place to work where you will be supported by a hugely talented staff team across the Trust. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding, creative teacher with the drive, passion and commitment to join our hugely talented team of staff, working together to encourage and support every child in reaching their full potential.

In return, we provide a happy place to work and learn. Our staff pridethemselves on respectful relationships with students and each other andare committed to the best welfare and interests of all. We have a strongsupportive ethos, working hard so that every student can become the bestversion of themselves.,
• An engaging, creative and welcoming The successful candidate will be expected to
environment. take up the appointment ASAP.
• Membership of the Pension Scheme, with The position will be based at Altrincham College.
excellent employer contributions. The post is based on 36.25 hours per week.
• Free on-site parking. The post is a salaried position and overtime is not
• On-site canteen facilities. paid unless due to exceptional circumstances.
• Staff room with free refreshments. All our schools operate a no-smoking policy on
• Employee Assistance Programme. the whole of its sites.
• Occupational Health and Counselling services
available.
• Supported by a talented, highly motivated,
committed and professional team of colleagues.
• Active and supportive Governing Bodies and
Senior Leadership Teams.
• CPD opportunities for all staff.
• Access to NPQ training programmes and
training around leadership and management.
• Opportunities to collaborate and work across
the Trust.
• A great place to work.