Science Technician - commencing 4th August 2025 - Full Time, Permanent

Currently, there is one Science Technician post available within the school. The successful candidate will be directly responsible to the Faculty Leader of Science.

The person to be appointed should show a strong profile in each of the following:

THE ROLE

This role will suit someone who is keen to work in a very busy environment. The candidate will be expected to support the teaching staff and pupils as required.

This role is ideal for a capable and confident individual who is willing to take on a variety of tasks. The chosen candidate will need to be well organised and have excellent time management skills.

Full training will be provided, but we require a positive attitude and a commitment to providing a first class service to our school pupils, teachers and parents.

Applicants are required to have five National 5s at C Level or above (or equivalent) including English, Maths and either Chemistry, Physics or Biology.

Requirements of Science Technician:

• Computer literacy with knowledge in Microsoft Office 365 (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Excellent communication skills both written & verbal
• Excellent work ethic & organisation skills
• Supportive team member
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work and remain calm under pressure and keep to tight deadlines
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Ability to work on your own and with others
• Discretion and confidentiality of pupil records
• Smart, professional appearance
• Post qualification experience in a laboratory environment, preferably within the education system is desirable.
• Level 3 Microbiology certificate desirable/willing to work towards.
• Animal husbandry certificate desirable/willing to work towards.
• Good knowledge of relevant Health and Safety regulations.

Duties of Science Technician are noted below but not limited to:

• Preparing materials, equipment and teaching areas for use by teachers and pupils.
• Assisting in demonstrating the use of equipment and apparatus to teaching staff and senior pupils.
• Supporting senior pupils with advanced higher projects.
• Supporting the class teacher with science club (after school activity).
• Designing and constructing equipment and apparatus for use in experiments.
• Maintaining an adequate range of stock levels. This includes monitoring, controlling and keeping financial records of department expenditure and completion of purchase orders for final approval by the Faculty Leader in line with purchasing procedures.
• This post holder will also ensure that the stores are well organised and hazardous materials are safely stored, maintained and disposed of.
• Ensuring that materials and equipment are maintained in good order and in a safe condition.
• Ensuring that the preparation room, fume cupboards and laboratories are kept in a safe and tidy condition.
• Monitoring stock levels, re-ordering and issuing work sheets as required.
• Undertaking relevant administrative duties i.e. equipment lists, inventories, statistical returns, laminating, photocopying.
• Ensure that living materials (plants and livestock) are kept in good health.
• Prepare laboratory standard solutions.
• Using their knowledge and keeping abreast of new developments.
• Using new technology equipment and techniques where appropriate.

Science Technician Benefits:

• Salary is competitive
• Work days are Monday to Friday - 8.30am to 4.30pm with a one hour unpaid lunch break
• Training & mentoring
• Friendly/Team orientated environment
• Holidays – you will be required to work term time plus 2 weeks during the school holidays.
• Non-contributory pension scheme
• Lunch provided
• Free parking

This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by Clifton Hall School Ltd.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please complete the non-teaching job application form and return alongwith a covering letter, by e-mail to bursar@cliftonhall.org.uk

Further information about the School can be found at www.cliftonhall.com

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 9th May 2025. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.