Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS886475This is a permanent part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2024Australind Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a highly motivated, organised and dedicated Laboratory Technician to join a very busy laboratory.The successful applicant will be proactive with a friendly, approachable, manner and have a genuine interest in supporting students and staff. Suitable applicants will have the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and support and provide advice to the Head of Learning Area and teaching staff to ensure that curriculum requirements are met, routine chemical and equipment preparation and construction of simple apparatus for science classes.The successful applicant will be responsible to provide advice on suitable experiments and/or demonstrations to support teaching and curriculum outcomes for science classes. They are responsible for preparing chemicals, equipment and materials, design and construct teaching aids and collect and care for living organisms for study purposes in compliance with chemical, physical and biological laboratory practices and legislative requirements. They will organise preparation areas and classroom laboratories and undertake general housekeeping of chemicals, equipment and other resources.The successful applicant should ideally possess good communication skills and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The lab is very dynamic, busy and we require an applicant with skills to be able to work as an organised team member with great communication skills and experience working in a team environment. Duties will include ordering supplies, equipment, managing stock levels and performing basic repairs and maintenance on the science equipment. Experience labelling and storing of laboratory chemicals, equipment and resources as well knowledge of the appropriate methods for disposal of chemical, physical and biological laboratory materials will be highly regarded.Australind SHS is an Independent Public School that is committed to hand selecting the very best staff who are the right fit for our school and community. Australind SHS is at the heart and soul of the town of Australind – a vibrant, modern community which enjoys a wonderful, relaxed lifestyle located just 14 minutes from central Bunbury. As an Independent Public School, our school is alive, increasing potential and possibilities which is the strength of a big school setting. The school prides ourselves on a continuing tradition of excellence in academic, vocational, cultural and sporting pursuits.This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria): Experience working within a science laboratory, including knowledge of laboratory techniques and relevant safety and legislative requirements.Knowledge of science subjects relevant to the curriculum taught in secondary schools and the ability to design and construct experiments and equipment tosupport curriculum requirements.Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.Organisational and time management skills and ability to work independently.Well-developed keyboarding and computer skills including a working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets and word processing Applications will be assessed against these work related (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
