JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Technician 2
REPORTS TO: School Principal through designated line manager
RESPONSIBLE FOR: Maximum of 5 staff
JOB PURPOSE
To provide technical support and assistance to teaching staff in the implementation of the school’s/department’s educational programme.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervision This is a discretionary element of the job description. The grade may be awarded if supervision is not a component of the post.
- Supervise appropriate staff (shared supervision), including managing and allocating duties.
- Identify and provide on the job training to appropriate staff.
- Provision and Maintenance of Facilities and Practical Resources
- Assist teaching staff in developing and manufacturing teaching aids and models.
- Prepare resources for all classes including setting up, testing, demonstrating and dismantling suitable resources as per agreed schemes of work.
- Collect, clean and store all equipment and materials securely in designated storage areas. Ensure items are maintained in a state of ‘ready for use’.
- Dispose of used materials in a safe and approved manner.
- Ensure that mandatory and/or statutory checks of materials and equipment are carried out by qualified personnel.
- Inform designated line manager of materials and equipment found to be in an
- unsatisfactory/unsafe condition and arrange for repair and disposal of such items.
- Ensure no unauthorised person has unsupervised access to equipment and materials when not in use.
- Advise on health and safety issues in relation to the use of equipment.
Administration
- Develop, maintain and operate manual and/or computerised systems in relation to administrative tasks associated with the area of work.
- Maintain an inventory/records of departmental resources.
- Assist in ordering/purchasing, receiving, checking, storing and distributing resources.
General
- Support all staff in ensuring the general safety of pupils.
- Assist with evacuation in emergencies.
- Undertake photocopying as required.
- Undertake any of the following duties:
- Handling cash in relation to the purchase of practical materials.
- Assisting with hospitality at meetings and school functions.
- Carrying out minor maintenance repairs throughout the school within the competence of the employee.
This job description will be subject to review in light of changing circumstances and is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the individual works. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time.
In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), the post-holder is expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality legislation at all times.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
| NOTES TO JOB APPLICANTS |
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| SECTION 1 – ESSENTIAL CRITERIA |
The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.
| Factor | Essential Criteria | Method of Assessment |
| Qualifications |
Five GCSEs (Grades A*-C) to include English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry or Double Award Science or Single Award Science. A level or equivalent (level 3 or higher) in Biology or Chemistry or Applied Science or Life & Health Science. |
Shortlisting by Application Form |
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Experience |
A minimum of one year’s experience in the management and supervision of staff |
Shortlisting by Application Form |
| Knowledge |
Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of:
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Shortlisting by Application Form |
| SECTION 2 – ESSENTIAL CRITERIA |
The following are additional essential criteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage.
| Factor | Essential Criteria | Method of Assessment |
| Skills / Abilities |
Proven effective planning and organisational skills and an ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines Proven effective people management skills Ability to work effectively as part of a team to achieve outcomes Evidence of sound interpersonal and communication skills Evidence of proficiency in the use of computer packages, to include use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook |
Interview |
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Values Orientation |
Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect the school’s values/ethos. You will find information about the school’s values/ethos on our school website |
Interview |
| SECTION 3 – DESIRABLE CRITERIA |
Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria, as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.
| Factor | Desirable Criteria | Method of Assessment |
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Experience |
A minimum of one year’s experience of working in a school laboratory |
Shortlisting by Application Form |
DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as ‘regulated activity’.
In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves ‘regulated activity’, the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the pre-employment stage.
Further information can be accessed at NI Direct or the Department of Justice.
APPLICANT GUIDANCE NOTES
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