<p><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>Laboratory Assistant</p> <p><strong>Domremy Catholic College Five Dock</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Thursday, 28 January 2027<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Friday, 20 November 2026<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Part-Time (26 hours per fortnight), Temporary<br><br><strong>Why Join Us</strong><br><br> Join <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/">Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</a>, NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At Domremy Five Dock, you'll make a daily impact, grow your career, and be supported by strong professional learning.<br><br> Benefits include:<br> &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>competitive remuneration: up to $98,823. Base salary ranges from $75,937 to $88,835, paid on a pro-rata basis</li> <li>salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li> <li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li> <li>ongoing training and development opportunities</li> <li>health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including Fitness Passport</li> <li>generous Employee Referral Program</li> <li>a wide range of further <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/careers/rewards-benefits">rewards and benefits.</a></li> </ul> <p><strong>About the Role</strong><br><br> The candidate must be dynamic, enthusiastic, well organised and innovative in their role as well as having the ability to work independently and as part of a team to provide support for the science laboratories.<br><br> The Science Laboratory Assistant works closely with the Head of Science and Science Department to support the effective management and operation of key laboratory areas, including:<br> &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>preparing and organising equipment and materials for Junior and Senior classes (Physics, Biology and Chemistry) through the Risk Assessment Web Portal</li> <li>providing advice and assistance to teaching staff in regards to matters of laboratory safety</li> <li>proper care, handling, labelling, maintenance and disposal of all chemicals</li> <li>safe handling, maintenance and care of all scientific and laboratory equipment, electrical goods and instruments</li> <li>computing Hazardous Substances Risk Assessment forms and obtaining relevant Material Safety Data Sheets</li> <li>conducting regular stock-takes</li> <li>performing routine servicing and maintenance of equipment</li> <li>arranging repair where necessary of equipment by external agencies</li> <li>caring for fauna and flora in accordance with current regulations</li> <li>cleaning and returning to store all apparatus used in practical work periods</li> <li>cleaning of laboratories, preparation and storage areas and maintaining a neat and ordered storage system</li> <li>other duties as directed.</li> </ul> <p><strong>General Clerical Tasks</strong><br> &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>ordering equipment and chemicals</li> <li>unpacking, sorting and checking new equipment</li> <li>locating, counting and recording items and chemicals</li> <li>setting up an accident report file and reporting all accidents</li> <li>checking for repairs to Science classroom furniture and fixtures, etc</li> <li>reporting malfunctions to the College Maintenance team.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable Qualifications</strong><br> &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>significant experience in schools would be highly regarded</li> <li>IT experience to facilitate the maintenance of records</li> <li>relevant Science qualifications</li> <li>second knowledge and understanding of the use of Hazardous Substances Risk Assessments and Materials Safety and Data sheets</li> <li>understanding of an implementation of Work Health Safety and Globally Harmonised System</li> <li>demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the latest developments in laboratory technician practices</li> <li>excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team</li> <li>self-starter who shows initiative</li> <li>demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimum supervision</li> <li>be physically capable of undertaking associated manual work</li> <li>current First Aid Certificate would be an advantage.</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong><br><br> Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:<br> &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>current CV and cover letter</li> <li>three referees, including your current employer/principal (where applicable) and your last principal.</li> </ul> <p>Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People &amp; Culture Services team.<br><br> If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People &amp; Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong>&nbsp;<br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/13DKE1LjBT2PfRxXxeE2lmEvoiUphuqr7/view">Click here</a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.<br><br><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong>&nbsp;<br> This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br><br><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</i><br> &nbsp;</p>