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Job Purpose Organize, prepare and manage all science experiments and practical under the guidance of the Head of the Science Department. Job Scope Responsible for the overall maintenance of science labs and organization of experiments.
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Job Purpose
- Organize, prepare and manage all science experiments and practical under the guidance of the Head of the Science Department.
Job Scope
- Responsible for the overall maintenance of science labs and organization of experiments.
Internal & External Interactions
- Head of Science, science teachers, other school staff, students.
Key Accountabilities
- Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.
- Maintain and update register of Lab equipment.
- Maintain and update register of chemicals and other consumables.
- Prepare Lab experiments and practical in coordination with the Head of Science and Science teachers.
- Responsible for keeping the labs organized and clean in coordination with the Head of Science and teachers.
- Report breakage/damage of equipment to Head of Science.
- Responsible for safety procedures in the Labs in coordination with other members of the department.
- Prepare annual list of consumables, glassware and equipment in conjunction with Head of Science.
- Ensure Labs are locked when not in use.
- Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are always followed.
- Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical workday, where the tasks require additional commitment.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
- Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.
Qualifications
- / knowledge:
- Degree in Science
Skills
- Good interpersonal skills, able to work effectively with staff and students. Attention to detail, organized and a team player.
Experience
- Minimum of one year’s experience in a similar position.
- GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff.
- A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.
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