Technical Assistant

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The Faculty of Science and Engineering is looking to recruit a proactive Technical Assistant who has the ability to engage with students and colleagues in a courteous manner. You will work as part of a team under the direction of the Technical Manager and assist with routine technical support for the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences (SoGEES). The role will involve washing scientific glassware for the Chemistry, Geography, Earth and Environmental Science subject areas, assisting with the cleaning, general preparation and clearance for practical classes, portering, waste duties and the use of basic IT skills. It is essential that you can prioritise, complete work to deadlines and has GCSE’s (or equivalent) in Maths and English. You will be trained on-the-job. Previous experience of washing glassware, working in a laboratory environment and health and safety procedures is desirable. This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week, term-time until 31st July 2022. Vacation dates are 20/12/2021 to 09/01/2022 and 04/04/2022 to 24/04/2022. Hours will be Monday – Thursday 08:30 – 17:00 and Friday 08:30 – 16:30. Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement. For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Anita Young - Email: **** **** Interviews are likely to take place on to be agreed once the recruiting manager is back from annual leave w/c 6th September 2021 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not. We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities. Please note, due to the COVID-19 pandemic the University is currently implementing a number of safety measures as per Government advice therefore the successful applicant may be required to work from home in the first instance. The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, and our range of benefits/support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups at the University of Plymouth, such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT . Job Description
Region:
Location:
Plymouth
Salary:
£18,326 pro rata per annum - Living Wage
Package:
Full-Time, Term-Time, Fixed-Term
Contractual hours:
37
Basis:
You will work as part of a team under the direction of the Technical Manager and assist with routine technical support for the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences (SoGEES).
The
role will involve washing scientific glassware for the Chemistry, Geography, Earth and Environmental Science subject areas, assisting with the cleaning, general preparation and clearance for practical classes, portering, waste duties and the use of basic IT skills.
It is essential that you can prioritise, complete work to deadlines and has GCSE’s (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
You will be trained on-the-job. Previous experience of washing glassware, working in a laboratory environment and health and safety procedures is desirable.
This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week, term-time until 31st July 2022. Vacation dates are 20/12/2021 to 09/01/2022 and 04/04/2022 to 24/04/2022. Hours will be Monday – Thursday 08:30 – 17:00 and Friday 08:30 – 16:30.
Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Anita Young - Email: ****
****
Interviews are likely to take place on to be agreed once the recruiting manager is back from annual leave w/c 6th September 2021 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.
We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.
Please note, due to the COVID-19 pandemic the University is currently implementing a number of safety measures as per Government advice therefore the successful applicant may be required to work from home in the first instance.
The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, and our range of benefits/support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages.
We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups at the University of Plymouth, such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT .
Job Description
A8090
£18,326 pro rata per annum - Living Wage
18326
18326
18326
Professional/Support Services
Mon, 20 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT
Plymouth
Full-Time, Term-Time, Fixed-Term
37
Mon, 6 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT

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