Supply School Technician, Various Locations in the Perth & Kinross Council Area

Main Purpose of the Role

Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.

We currently have the following opportunity:

Supply School Technicians - PKC14385
£15.92 per hour
Various Locations in the Perth & Kinross Council Area

We are seeking interest from suitably qualified individuals to be on a supply list to provide absence cover for school technicians.

The technician role in PKC secondary schools is central to the safe and effective preparation of resources, equipment and materials required for practical learning in Science, Home Economics, Art and Design and Technical departments.

Typical tasks might include topping up kits, making fresh chemicals, providing microbiology supplies and helping in classroom demonstrations.

Other duties relating to this role would be the provision of whole school support, replacing printer toner and other parts, helping staff with basic classroom IT equipment and liaising with colleagues in IT to arrange repairs and/or maintenance. Tasks may also include setting up resources for events such as assemblies or performances.

Engagement will be on an ad-hoc basis, as and when cover is required, by agreement with the school’s Business Managers.

Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this post.

Skills & Experience Required

This post requires you to be familiar with COSHH regulations and the safe handling of chemicals.

Ideally you will hold either an SVQ level 3 or SCQF Level 6 in Science or an equivalent qualification.

We are looking for someone who will be highly motivated and enthusiastic with a polite, friendly and professional manner.

You must be able to cope with the demands of the job and work well within a team using effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.

Working at Perth & Kinross Council

Our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours. Find out more about Perth & Kinross Council and you could soon be joining our team!

Here's what we can offer you:

• A generous annual leave package (including public holidays)
• Eligibility to join our pension scheme
• Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, time off for volunteering and our Wellbeing Framework
• Access to a range of benefits
• Paid PVG Scheme Membership

We recognise there can be benefits to flexible working and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.

All new employees have a four-month probationary period. Further details are available in the FAQs at “How to apply for a job or apprenticeship with us”.

Next Steps

We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Kelly Leighton, Business Manager at KTLeighton@pkc.gov.uk to find out more.

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External candidates are required to provide contact details for 2 referees, including email addresses. One of these must be your current or most recent employer.

We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on (01738) 475555 or recruitment@pkc.gov.uk to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process.

Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.

Working with children and/or protected adults is regarded as a regulated role and under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 you will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.

If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 10 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check.

A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.