KENT COLLEGE
BIOLOGY/GENERAL SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
JOB DESCRIPTION
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Laboratory Servicing
 Taking note of practical requirements.
 Preparation of apparatus, chemical solutions (including standardisation when necessary) for
practical work and demonstrations; ensuring that all the chemicals and equipment required are
placed/laid out in the laboratory before the start of each lesson, and that any demonstrations
are set up as directed.
 Clearing of apparatus from the laboratories after practical work and demonstrations; wiping
down of surfaces when necessary (including cleaning of balances and microscopes); ensuring
safe disposal of unwanted chemicals, broken glassware and other waste materials.
 Washing up of used glassware; ensuring return of chemicals, apparatus and other resources to
stores; ensuring laboratory glassware/equipment is replaced as necessary and reagent bottles
are topped up.
 Make purchase orders and check deliveries including purchasing items locally and
maintaining a record of expenditure.
 Undertaking general maintenance of laboratory, checking that all equipment is clean and safe
to use.
 Assist in maintaining records of equipment, chemicals and resources.
 Assisting with the testing of new experiments (in conjunction with teaching staff) before their
use in a classroom setting if requested.
 Setting up of multi-media, computer and data-logging equipment when required.
2.
Construction and Repair
 Maintaining and repairing glassware/apparatus and other laboratory equipment to required
standards.
 Testing of new equipment (at the direction of a member of the Science teaching staff) and
devising new practical work.
 Construction and/or modification of apparatus for use and display.
3.
Health and Safety
 Ensuring safe storage and/or disposal of equipment, glassware, chemicals and waste materials
in line with recognised procedures and appropriate risk assessments (to include labelling of
chemicals used in the laboratory).
 Assist in the updating risk assessments as directed by science staff.
 Provide Hazcards when appropriate.
 Inspection, and (where possible) maintenance of safety equipment (at the direction of the
Teachers of Science).
 Keeping up-to-date with health and safety requirements and with developments in practical
science, possibly by attending courses and reading relevant publications.
 Knowing the position of first aid boxes and eye wash stations and returning them if used or
moved; requesting replenishment of first aid supplies from the School Medical Centre when
such items have been used or are out of date.
 Checking that all windows are closed, all fire extinguishers are in place and all gas taps and
electrical cut-offs are turned off during the holiday.
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4.
Advisory
 Assisting staff with practical work and demonstrations if requested.
 Advising staff (and occasionally students) on suitability of equipment for experiments.
5. General and Housekeeping
 Ensuring general tidiness of laboratories and prep room.
 Answering the phone and taking messages.
 Checking condition of laboratory apparatus (e.g. Bunsen burners, retort stands) at the end of
each term and cleaning as necessary. Cleaning of surfaces and sinks.
 Thorough cleaning of prep room and reorganisation of storage (as necessary) at the end of
every term. Cleaning of trolleys, shelves.
 Full checking of chemical stock at the end of every term, noting deficiencies.
 Preparing bulk solutions (e.g. dilute acids) as necessary.
 Undertaking of other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the post, as may be determined
by the Heads of Science.
6.
Child Protection
The posts holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and
young persons for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/he comes into contact will be to
adhere to and ensure compliance with the school’s Child Protection Policy Statement at all
times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the post the post holder becomes aware of
any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare or children in the school s/he must report
any concerns to the Head of Science or to the school’s child protection officer as appropriate.
Other Information
Working Hours
Normally 30 hours per week to include four days 8.30am to 3.00pm and one day 8.30 to 12.30 during
term time. However, may be required to work up to two Saturday mornings per term.
Remuneration
Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience which currently equates to £10,798.92.
There is a 6 month probationary period.
Holiday
All school holidays, but will be expected to work up to 1 day after the beginning and before the end of
each main school holiday period at Christmas, Easter and Summer, as required.
Additional Benefits
 Contributory pension scheme.
 School meals during term time.
Child Protection Screening
Kent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be
willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past
employers and the Criminal Records Bureau.
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Additional information
Timetable
Closing Date for Applications:
Short Listing by:
Interviews:
Start date:
09th March 2010
12th March 2010
w/c 15th March 2010
Subject to Satisfactory References and CRB Disclosure
Applications
To apply, please send a letter of application and a completed application form by Tuesday 09th
March 2010 to:
The HR Officer, Kent College, Whitstable Road, Canterbury, Kent CT2 9DT .
If you would like to discuss details of the post informally in the first instance, please contact the Head
of Biology Mr Frank Sochacki by e-mail fsochacki@kentcollege.co.uk or telephone (01227 763231).
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