Under close supervision, to instruct students about experiments, systems and/or methods and protocols (normally in a laboratory context but also in other contexts such as example classes, computer laboratories or field settings) and provide support to students engaged in such practical work. (In this context, close supervision will usually mean that the member of academic staff responsible for the session will be in the class or available and readily contactable if required.)
To demonstrate use of conduct experiments, exercises, workshops and/or processes and to answer questions related to those demonstrations.
To assist/give guidance, where required, to students who are carrying out practical exercises and sheets,....etc.
Responsible for the day-to-day operation of my material section.
To be aware of any health and safety implications of procedures, and take action to maintain a safe environment, raising any concerns with the course organizer/work supervisor.
Where required, provide feedback on student performance and any issues arising in the course of the demonstration, to the course organizer/work supervisor.
Where required, to assist in marking student tests set by the course organizer using defined marking criteria where marking requires little or no interpretation.
Where required, to ensure that equipment is functional and/or material for demonstrations, exercises etc is prepared before the start of the session.
Maintain student attendance records.
To agree with the relevant lecturer what practical work is to be done and how the class should be conducted.
To prepare for the class by familiarising themselves with any protocols or other information required, and ensuring that they have undertaken the relevant exercises and experiments themselves beforehand.
If required to conduct any demonstrations, to do so in such a way as to convey relevant information and outcomes clearly and accurately to students.
To provide pro-active support to students engaged in practical work, to answer their questions where possible and to help them overcome any problems encountered.
To provide laboratory or other relevant skills coaching and/or instruction as required.
May be required to set up and prepare, as necessary, the relevant equipment, hardware, consumables, software etc. in advance of the class.
To undertake relevant administration associated with their practical support activity.
Where required, to undertake related practical assessment (normally in class and subject to moderation by the responsible member of academic staff).
To feedback to the relevant lecturer and technical staff any problems encountered in class.
To maintain academic standards and work in accordance with university policies (eg regarding health and safety, and equal opportunities).