Fixed term until November 2022 (Maternity Cover)
Salary: £ 8,273 - £ 8,438 per annum ('First Responder' payment of £ 600 inclusive of salary)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Laboratory Technician to support the increase in science provision within the College. You will be responsible for preparing and organising materials for a variety of science practicals, including chemistry and biology. You will ensure that all resources are in place for learners to use during practical sessions and that a safe working environment is maintained.
Ideally with a science background and a current knowledge of Health and Safety regulations, you will preferably possess a Level 2 qualification or equivalent and ideally a qualification in Health and Safety.
The successful candidate will have sound administration skills and be proficient in the use of spreadsheets and databases.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will be treated no less favourably than applications submitted in English. Gower College Swansea recognises the importance of delivering its services in Welsh and recognises the need to grow its bilingual workforce. We therefore encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate good Welsh Language skills
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and require registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales.
Appointments will normally be made to the bottom of the salary scale with annual increments on 1st August each year (subject to completing 6 months service).
Benefits: 28 days holiday, plus 5 closure days and 8 bank holidays, Local Government Pension scheme, a range of employee benefits including salary sacrifice schemes, staff discounts and free parking
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.