Es Level 1- 2 Laboratory Technician

Job type: Full time / From 28/01/2025 - 18/04/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Reference: 1456514
Job posted: 03/12/2024
Closes: 16/12/2024
Location ProfileHoppers Crossing Secondary College opened in 1984 and is a single campus, co-educational college with an enrolment of approximately 1,500 students. Situated in an urban growth corridor, approximately 20 minutes west of Melbourne, we welcome students from Years 7 to 12, from Hoppers Crossing and the surrounding district.
The College places great importance on developing innovative and challenging educational programs, through which young people recognise the value of growth through learning. Academic rigour is valued at all stages of learning.
We aim to achieve the extraordinary by providing an education which has a focus on developing our students' academic potential. Our classroom focus is on challenge, engagement and achievement.
A highly committed staff share in the vision and values of the College and are dedicated to supporting students throughout all stages of learning. The time and effort teachers put into their classes ensures the best educational outcomes which is reflected in our academic results. The College is very proud of its highest ever ATAR score of 98.90. Over 90% of our Year 12 students progress to tertiary education or training institutes or vocational positions.
Our students are guided throughout their chosen pathway of VCE, VCAL or VET studies and are prepared for post-secondary options, including tertiary entry and further training or employment.
A diverse range of innovative educational, co-curricular and enrichment programs are offered across Years 7 to 12.
These programs include the Estancia High School Exchange Program, Chinese Overseas Learning Experience, Italian Language Immersion Program, Wakakirri Competition, Inter-School Sports, Year 7 and 10 Scholarship Programs, Student Representative Council, Youth Parliament, High Resolves Student Leadership and Work Experience Programs.
Additionally, Year 11 and 12 Enhancement Studies make it possible to incorporate TAFE certificates and University studies within the VCE program as a result of strong partnerships with a range of tertiary institutions.
The College prioritises ICT across the curriculum with the inclusion of interactive whiteboards or media projectors in every classroom, Apple Mac laboratories and a 1:1 Netbook Program.
Our College grounds are immaculately presented and maintained, providing our students with a positive learning environment.
Our students are also able to enjoy upgraded facilities including plexi-paved basketball and tennis courts in addition to our $2 million state-of-the-art Science Centre.
Parental involvement in College operations and the learning process is encouraged as we consider this contribution to have a positive effect on the education of our young people.
Selection CriteriaSC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.SC6 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.RoleConducts routine scientific, technical, or specialist procedures and/or data collection, collation, and analysis.Applies basic technical knowledge to diagnose and correct faults and problems with technical equipment.Applies basic technical and/or scientific principles to enable the performance of a variety of interrelated technical tasks.Application of specialised knowledge is confined to a specific functional area (e.g. science laboratory, information or food technology support, library).Provides specialised knowledge that is relied upon to deliver support services, under direction (e.g. information technology and technical support in science laboratories, food technologies and libraries).Contributes to a small project team providing technical support to a school/s.Conducts training and/or instruction with respect to technical systems or scientific processes.Prepares experiments or use of equipment and conducts demonstrations, where required, under direct supervision.Undertakes relevant occupational health and safety requirements and, where necessary, risk assessments within the relative work area.Undertakes low/medium risk tasks as defined by the Departmental Risk Matrix or its successor.ResponsibilitiesPerform routine tasks in preparation for science practical classes including:Setting up laboratory equipment and instrumentation.Clearing away equipment and materials after use and checking that laboratories are maintained in a safe, clean and ready to use condition.Checking and maintaining equipment in working order and effecting simple repairs where possible.Preparing of chemicals and other laboratory solutions.Assisting in safe storage, handling and disposal of hazardous and dangerous goods.Maintenance of SDS's.Ensure an adequate supply of laboratory materials and equipment, including:Maintaining a record of faulty equipment and breakages.Assist with the ordering of supplies.Checking deliveries and storing appropriately.Maintaining records of stock in hand.Assisting with faculty inventory and stock take.Performing routine photocopying and audiovisual tasks as required.Assist teaching staff with enforcement of appropriate safety measures in line with Occupational Health and Safety Policy.Assist with the consultation with students in respect to their equipment needs for science projects.Assist with the collection of off-campus materials. Possession of a current Victorian motor vehicle driver's licence is desirable as this would assist with the collection of off-campus materials and class materials for the purpose of class assignments.Assist with the use of computers within the science department, both for record keeping and as used in classroom experiments.Perform routine clerical duties.Assist in field and laboratory tests and the collection of data.Assist in the analysis of field and laboratory tests.Care and maintenance of Science Centre animals: Purchasing food, feeding, cleaning cages.Any other duties normally performed by an Education Support Officer 1 Range 2 as required.Who May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS CommitmentApplicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.
Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards.
Specific information in relation to this position can be found on the College website under the Employment Tab ( www.hopcross.vic.edu.au )

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