Laboratory Assistant
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.50 FTE)
Applications Close: 24 February 2026
We are looking for a Part- Time ( 0.5 - 0.7 FTE) Laboratory Assistant to join our dedicated Science team. The Laboratory Team supports the Science department in our purpose-built Science facility. Hours of work are negotiable, however, availability on Wednesdays is essential.
<p><strong>Our School</strong><br>
Outstanding opportunity to work at a top co-educational school</p>
<p>Ballarat Clarendon College is a co-educational school for day and boarding students. Approximately 2,000 students attend the school. Clarendon is unrivalled as Victoria's top co-educational school with an unwavering commitment to excellence, evident in both our VCE results and in the outstanding contributions our school and students make to the community.</p>
<p>Throughout a student's time at Ballarat Clarendon College our focus is to maximise their competence, skills and capacity so that, at the end of their time at the school, when they stand on<br>
the threshold of their future, they can choose their heart's desire.</p>
<p>The school is based in Ballarat, a regional city in the heart of Victoria, just over an hour's drive from Melbourne. Across three campuses students attend the school from 3-year-old Early Learning to Year 12. Ballarat Clarendon College is an equal opportunity employer.</p>
<p><strong>The Role</strong><br>
We are looking for a Part- Time ( 0.5 - 0.7 FTE) Laboratory Assistant to join our dedicated Science team. The Laboratory Team supports the Science department in our purpose-built Science facility. <strong>Hours of work are negotiable, however, availability on Wednesdays is essential.</strong></p>
<p>Ballarat Clarendon College offers specialised Science classes through Years 5-12 with students enjoying specialised Science practicals each and every week.</p>
<p>Our new Laboratory Assistant will be problem solvers with a passion for Science, who hold a relevant qualification or experience. Clarendon is willing to support the right person to gain the necessary qualifications, whilst working.</p>
<p>Clarendon's new Laboratory Assistant will be excellent team player, willing to learn and confident professionals who are fully committed to the school and its community.</p>
<p><strong>Knowledge, skill and qualification requirements:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Relevant qualification, relevant work experience and/or the willingness to obtain qualifications whilst working</li>
<li>Demonstrated commitment to child safety, safety standards, dangerous goods regulations and risk assessment.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to plan, organise and prioritise work in an environment with multiple and conflicting demands.</li>
<li>Commitment to carrying out safety checks, maintaining equipment, setting up classroom laboratories and caring for flora and fauna.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Child safety commitment</strong></p>
<p>Ballarat Clarendon College is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of students through its Child Safety Framework and an ongoing focus on ensuring a culture of child safety is promoted and maintained. The school adheres to clear policy and procedural frameworks that ensure compliance with the mandated Child Safe Standards.</p>
<p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p>
<p>To apply for this job go to: <a href="https://clarendon.recruitmenthub.com.au/vacancies/Vacancies" rel="nofollow"><i><strong>https://clarendon.recruitmenthub.com.au/vacancies/Vacancies</strong></i></a><i><strong> & enter ref code: 6861230.</strong></i></p>
<p><strong>Applications close 24 February 2026</strong></p>
<p>Please submit an application, including a cover letter and resume, via our website.</p>
<p>Ballarat Clarendon College is committed to the health and safety of its staff, students and our community, which includes implementing Child Safety Standards and Government Health Directions.</p>
<p>At Ballarat Clarendon College, we value diversity, embrace difference and nurture a connected, safe and respectful community. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all cultures, abilities, sexualities and genders.</p>
<p>Assistance or reasonable adjustment requirements can be made at <a href="mailto:recruitment@clarendon.vic.edu.au?subject=Laboratory%20Assistant%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@clarendon.vic.edu.au</a>.</p>