Technician - Chemistry / Physics Reading College

Technician - Chemistry

Salary: £19,309 - £21,104 p.a. (0.5 FTE)

Ref: ALGL-TECHSC-072

Technician - Physics

Salary: £19,309 - £21,104 p.a. (0.5 FTE)

Ref: AKGK-TECHSC-072

Two exciting opportunities have arisen at Berkshire's thriving higher education establishment, Reading College.

You will work in the college practical labs and Realistic Working Environments as a technician to effectively deliver teaching and learning to college students. Taking a lead role, you will ensure that the practical facilities are well maintained and students work in a safe learning environment.

As a technician, you will be responsible for maintaining all equipment used by the students and ensure that working conditions are safe and consistent. The preparation of the practical labs and monitoring of chemistry equipment is important in ensuring lecturers and students have all the tools they need. Liaising with lecturers for the preparation of practical classes and co-ordinating timetables will also be an important part of your role.

It is essential that you have GCSE Maths and English Grade A-C and show a willingness to undertake staff development and training where necessary. With a sound knowledge of technical equipment, you will offer your professional advice and support to lecturers and students.

You will have good organisational, planning and communication skills and have a methodical approach. With the ability to work and build relationships with lecturers and students, you must also use your own initiative to solve practical problems that you may encounter.

If you would like to apply for either of these positions, please visit www.reading-college.ac.uk

Closing date: 10am on 8^th August 2011.