Education technician (he assistant technician and simulation-based technician)

Level

Advanced · like A-levels

Length

2 yrs

typical

Sector

Education and early years

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Provide skilled technical support in teaching, learning and research environments.

Set up equipment and materials before practical sessions for teaching staff

Support students during laboratory or workshop activities under supervision

Carry out routine maintenance and cleaning of specialist equipment

Monitor stock levels and raise purchase orders for consumables

Follow COSHH and risk assessment procedures for hazardous materials

Assist academic staff in designing and testing new practical activities

Maintain equipment records, calibration logs, and asset registers

Safe operation and maintenance of specialist equipment in your setting

Health and safety legislation for laboratory and workshop environments

Preparing, setting up, and clearing down practical sessions for students

Basic repairs, calibration, and fault-finding on technical equipment

Ordering, storing, and managing stocks of consumables and materials

Supporting academic staff in developing practical learning resources

Record keeping, asset management, and equipment documentation

Ready to look for a place?

See live Education technician (he assistant technician and simulation-based technician) apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

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