Laboratory Technician

Location: Melbourne | Southern Metropolitan
Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Other
Reference: 1435029
Selection Criteria Selection Criteria Demonstrated knowledge of the technical support required in school science laboratories Demonstrated high level oral, written and electronic communication skills Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management in respect to the work area Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others Demonstrated knowledge of OHS policy and procedures, including Dangerous Goods and Hazardous Substances regulations, risk assessments and chemical Material Safety Data Sheets Role Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.
Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.
This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g., therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee's position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Responsibilities Responsibilities PRACTICAL SCIENCE
Setting up equipment and instrumentation for use in demonstrations and classes Clearing away equipment and materials after use and checking that they are maintained in a safe, clean and ready to use condition Checking and maintaining equipment in working order and effect repairs where possible Preparation of materials for dissections Prepare chemicals and other laboratory solutions Ensure the supply/availability of consumable products and chemicals Assisting teachers, as required, in conducting Science classes Correct disposal of waste chemicals/products Develop and maintain a register of consumables and assets for stocktake Maintain year level folders of annotated practicals relevant to topics under the Victorian Curriculum and eventually VCE SCIENCE DANGEROUS GOODS & HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE REGULATORY OBLIGATIONS
Maintain records of maximum chemical stock in hand Ensure that an MSDS is on file for every chemical stocked Access current MSDS via the Chemwatch system Write all required Science practical Risk Assessments for all experiments that contain dangerous goods and/or hazardous substances Manage the Science Risk Assessment system Science teachers are to sign and return all relevant risk assessments FINANCE
Manage the Science budget on behalf of the Science coordinator Develop and maintain an ongoing spreadsheet on expenditure OHS
Undertake on behalf of the Principal the duties associated with OHS management within the college Relevant qualifications e.g., Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques or Diploma of Laboratory Technology. Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS Commitment Applicants 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. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via
Child Safe Standards Victorian 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. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
Relevant qualifications e.g., Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques or Diploma of Laboratory Technology. Conditions of Employment All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at Location Profile Clyde North Secondary College (interim name) is being built in two stages. The first stage will be completed for the school opening at the beginning of the 2025 year. We expect 180 - 200 students to begin in year 7 in 2025 and a similar number in each new year level with an expected enrolment of 1600 in 2030 when Year 12 students begin.
The school is approximately 50 kilometres from Melbourne based in an area of rapidly growing new housing estates incorporating green spaces. Our school grounds are close to planned parklands and sporting facilities, and we are surrounded by a supportive community. Most students who will attend our school live locally and will tend to be dropped off by parents, walk or ride their bike to school.
Our school will be culturally diverse with 60% of students speaking a language other than English at home, the most common languages being Punjabi and Sinhalese.
We are proud to know that our school community will be diverse and inclusive; a thriving and harmonious school where all belong. We will provide a nurturing and challenging environment to continue to develop students' passion for learning, empowering them to be life-long learners to achieve their best in their academic, social/emotional and vocational learning.
In our first year we will have approximately 25 staff members, 15 teaching staff, 8 education support staff, wellbeing staff and school leadership staff. We will recruit staff who are dedicated to support and challenge all students, who work in highly effective ways using evidence-based practice in collaborative teams. As the school grows there will be opportunities for further leadership roles in the future.
When open for Term 1, 2025 the school will have a state of the art education facility with:
#J-18808-Ljbffr