LABORATORY TECHNICIAN - MUST BE AVAILABLE THURSDAYS - PART TIME .5 Job posted: 26/11/2024
Location: Melbourne | Southern Metropolitan
Job type: Part time / From 27/01/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Other
Reference: 1454480
Location Profile Glen Waverley Secondary College is a Year 7 to 12 co-educational school with a student population of around 2200. Glen Waverley Secondary Colleges vision is growing respectful, responsible, resilient global citizens who value diversity and lifelong learning. This vision is underpinned by our school values of: Respect, Diversity, Commitment, Perseverance and Accomplishment.
Selection Criteria SC1 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.
SC7 Ability to adhere to safety practices and operate within school OHS guidelines.
Role PART TIME OVER THREE DAYS - MUST BE AVAILABLE THURSDAYS The Science Laboratory Technician will work in a team to maintain the Science facilities across the College (Years 7-12) and support the delivery of Science programs and curriculum by sourcing and preparing materials for practical classes, maintaining stock and equipment and providing relevant assistance to teachers and students.
This position involves the coordination of the work of the science department and requires significant expertise and qualifications/experience. It is desirable for the successful applicant to have a Diploma of Applied Science or equivalent or a Cert. IV with significant experience or extensive relevant experience in a related field.
Key responsibility areas (KRA) include: Teacher Support Liaise with science teaching staff on their needs for practical work and maintain an efficient system for use and allocation of materials and equipment, setting a priority system where necessary. Advise science teaching staff on technical components of curriculum. Assist science teaching staff with demonstrations, including acting as a demonstrator. Assist science teaching staff in instructing students on use/care of equipment during science experiments. Advise and assist science teaching staff in safety matters relating to the science laboratory. Prepare safety assessments for activities in the preparation area and, in conjunction with the teacher, in the teaching laboratory. Demonstrate laboratory techniques to science teaching staff/students. Assist with the use of computers and learning technologies within the department. Assist with the development of operational, OH&S and budgetary policy within the science department. Responsibilities Preparation & Maintenance Maintaining safe storage systems for chemical substances in accordance with current government regulations and recommended practices. Prepare solutions, stains and media for use in the laboratory. Acquire off-campus materials and specimens as required. Assist with security of science laboratory and equipment. Maintain an inventory of equipment. Engage with organisations and industries to acquire relevant catalogues and price lists. Support the purchase of materials, chemicals and equipment in a manner that is financially responsible and within the allocated budget of the faculty. Carry out and/or coordinate labelling, storage, stocktaking and ordering of equipment and chemicals. Assist in the setting up and testing of experiments and ensure they work satisfactorily. Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
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.
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