Science Laboratory Technician - Ed Support Level 1-Range 2Job posted: 17/01/2025
Job type: Part time / From 17/02/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Other
Reference: 1461965
RoleAn education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction.
This may include coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor.
Supervision of students can be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years can be required at this level (noting that Registered Nurse is not included at this level, the first level for which is Level 1 range 3).
A role at this range may include:
Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes, typically involving accountability for a single function.Assisting teachers within an educational program by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function.Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialised student/teacher support roles.Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles.ResponsibilitiesTypical duties of a Science Laboratory Technician:
Report directly to the Curriculum Leaders.Liaise with science/art teaching staff on their needs for practical work and maintain an efficient system for use and allocation of materials and equipment.Assist science teaching staff in instructing students on use/care of equipment during science experiments.Assist science teaching staff in safety matters relating to the science laboratory.Attend appropriate professional development.Storage of equipment and materials, maintenance of laboratory equipment and the specialist cleaning of equipment.Maintain storerooms ensuring these areas are kept clean and tidy.Assist in caring for animals and plants in accordance with current DET handling and animal ethics guidelines.Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and Risk Assessment forms of chemicals used in the School Laboratory.Assist with the overall organisation and maintenance of laboratories, preparation areas and rooms.Dispose of hazardous materials according to DET guidelines.Assist staff in safety matters relating to the science laboratories.Complete stock takes as required.Prepare and operate equipment in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines and school policy.Maintain Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety goggles, lab coats, etc.Assist teachers in relation to their students' equipment needs.Use of computers for record keeping and classroom use.Complete risk assessments for all solution preparation in the laboratory.Other duties as directed by the Principal or Assistant Principal.Who May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
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.
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