Technology Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Technician 1 REPORTS TO: School Principal through designated line manager 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 Under the direction of the designated line manager the post holder will be responsible for the following in accordance with appropriate regulations: Provision and Maintenance of Facilities and Practical Resources

• Prepare, organise and basic construction of resources for teacher demonstrations and practical examinations.
• Set out equipment and materials for class use and remove same when class is complete.
• Collect, clean and store equipment and materials 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

• Operation of manual and/or computerised systems in relation to administrative tasks associated with the area of work.
• Maintain an inventory/records of departmental resources.
• Assistance in the ordering/purchasing, receiving, checking, storing and distribution of resources.

General

• Support all staff in ensuring the general safety of pupils.
• Assist with evacuation in emergencies.
• Undertake photocopying as required.

Technical staff may be required to 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., 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.

Five GCSE's (Grades A*-C) to include English Language, Mathematics and subject specific specialism, or equivalent or higher level qualifications., A minimum of one year's experience of working in a technology, construction or engineering related job.

Willingness to undertake machine training as directed by the Head of Department., * The requirements of a Technology Technician 1.

• Health and safety regulations, as relevant to the role.
• General administrative processes and records., Proven effective planning and organisational skills and an ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

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.

Driving license., A minimum of one year's experience of working in a technology, construction or engineering related subject.