<p>Key Selection criteria<br> The role of the Science Laboratory Assistant, is a delegated responsibility by the Principal and will work closely with the Head of Science and the Science Department for the leadership and management of the following key areas:</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 necessar,y 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> <li>Working 76 hrs per fortnight Monday to Friday</li> </ul> <p>General clerical tasks</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.</li> </ul> <p>Desirable Qualifications</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>sound knowledge and understanding of the use of Hazardous Substances Risk Assessments and Materials Safety and Data sheets</li> <li>Understanding of and 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> <li>Current Working With Children Check approval number is essential.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p>