Science Technician 2

Education Authority

📍 Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Full-Time, Part-Time and Job-Share posts available Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians Posted June 09, 2026

Job Description

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
Supervision This is a discretionary element of the job description. The grade may be awarded if supervision is not a component of the post.
  • Supervise appropriate staff (shared supervision), including managing and allocating duties.

  • Identify and provide on the job training to appropriate staff.

  • Provision and Maintenance of Facilities and Practical Resources 

  • Assist teaching staff in developing and manufacturing teaching aids and models.

  • Prepare resources for all classes including setting up, testing, demonstrating and dismantling suitable resources as per agreed schemes of work.

  • Collect, clean and store all equipment and materials securely in designated storage areas. Ensure items are maintained in a state of 'ready...