Hours of Work: 37 Hours Per Week, Term-Time Only

Job Purpose: The apprentice will work under the supervision of the three technicians, although day-to-day supervision will be delegated to one technician. This will involve a wide range of practical activities including (but not restricted to) working with computers, chemicals, laboratory glassware, other equipment and instrumentation. This is a varied role, working closely with other staff and sometimes with students.

Responsible to: Head of Department

Hours of work: 37 hours per week, term-time only

Other Info:The Laboratory Technical Apprentice will receive 1 full-day paid release to undertake anNVQ in Laboratory and Associated Technical Activitiesat Cambridge Regional College (CRC).

Salary:Scale 1, points 10 - 14on the Support Staff salary spine

Pension: Staff are enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme, a contributory scheme with the option to opt out

Key Responsibilities:

Under supervision, to help prepare, provide and clear equipment and materials for classroom demonstrations and for student practicals, including practical exams

To assist in laboratories as directed, to help maintain appropriate high levels of health and safety.

To maintain tidy and well organised working environments both in laboratories and prep rooms
To undertake general administrative tasks such as photocopying, filing, maintaining attractive displays and tidying as required
To liaise with technicians, teaching staff, Course Team Leaders and other support departments as required

General:

To be responsible for Health and Safety within areas of own responsibility
To contribute to the College responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people
To observe the College’s commitment to equal opportunities
To take part in the College Performance Review and Development Scheme
To contribute to self-assessment and review activities in the relevant area of work
To undertake any other duties which are reasonably comparable to a post of this grade

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PERSON SPECIFICATION
SPECIFICATION / ESSENTIAL / DESIRABLE
EDUCATION/
TRAINING /

5 GCSE’s, grade C or above.

Course or qualification including a health and safety component

RELEVANT
EXPERIENCE /

Experience of using equipment and practical activities within Science
Experience of working independently and as part of a team
Experience of organising learning materials and resources
Experience of working independently and as part of a team

Relevant experience of administration or work in a scientific or technical environment

SKILLS/
APTITUDES /

Good level of practical and technical competence in a lab environment
Accuracy and care with equipment
High level of safety awareness
Good general IT skills
Good general administrative skills
Clear and accurate written communication
Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work to tight deadlines

OTHER
REQUIREMENTS /

Interest and enthusiasm for practical work in science
Dedication to completing the apprenticeship qualification
Excellent reliability and punctuality
Flexible approach to working hours and willingness to support some departmental events outside normal working hours
Willingness to undergo an enhanced CRB check
Ability to travel to and from Long Road Sixth Form College and to CRC to undertake training