<p><a href="https://www.mcdonald.nsw.edu.au/" rel="nofollow">The McDonald College</a> is Australia’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools with a focus on Performance in the Performing Arts and Sport. Offering exceptional educational and Performance opportunities for students from Kindergarten to Year 12, The McDonald College is committed to making a positive difference for students, staff and the community. We believe in prioritising wellbeing, creativity and academic rigour, and we value wisdom inclusion.</p><p><b>POSITION OBJECTIVE<br /></b></p><p>The position of Science Laboratory Technician is based at North Strathfield. The primary function of the Science Laboratory Technician is to work within the Science teachers to provide technical support when implementing the Science curriculum and associated programmes.</p><p><b>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES<br /></b></p><p>The position of Science Laboratory Technician has the following key responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Prepare experiments for classes in Years 7-12<br /></li><li>Organise storage of equipment in a logical and safe manner and ensure the security of the classrooms and laboratory when not in use.</li><li>Monitor, record and assist in the maintaining of the budget for the Science Department</li><li>Purchase materials on behalf of the Science Department from a variety of sources</li><li>Liaise with the Head of Science, Science Teachers other staff who use the Science Laboratories regarding the setting out and clearing up of equipment</li><li>Contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of practicals for use in course work material</li><li>Support and assist teaching staff in the effective management of the students in the Science laboratories and assist students to achieve their learning objectives and outcomes where necessary</li><li>Participate in professional development as required</li><li>Undertake other administrative duties related to management and coordination of the Science laboratories</li><li>Adhere to and implement all safe working practices and procedures in accordance with the School’s Occupational Health and Safety Policy and practices</li><li>Monitor and take full care to ensure the health and safety of self and others within the Science laboratories, including the resolution of safety issues as required</li><li>Prepare Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for substances and/or hazardous equipment used in experiments.</li></ul><p><b>KEY SELECTION CRITERIA</b></p><p>The position of Science Laboratory Technician requires the following key skills and experience:</p><ul><li>Previous experience working as a Science Technician within a Science laboratory and/or educational setting (ideally within a Middle and/or Senior School)<br /></li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a capacity to develop effective relationships with both adults and students</li><li>Proven organisational and time management skills and an ability to meet deadlines</li><li>Proven ability to treat all students with respect and to actively support the learning and management plans for students in a consistent and appropriate manner</li><li>Knowledge of the Middle School and or Senior School Science curriculum would be highly desirable.</li><li>Proven capacity to work in a team environment.</li></ul><p><b>QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE</b></p><p>The position of Science Laboratory Technician requires the following qualifications and experience</p><p><u>Mandatory:</u><br /></p><ul><li>Relevant tertiary and/or post-secondary qualifications and experience as a Science Laboratory Technician.<br /></li><li>It is a condition of employment that staff must possess First Aid qualifications and have current Anaphylaxis Management training. If you don’t have training this can be arranged during your probationary period.</li></ul><p><u>Highly Desirable:</u></p><ul><li>Previous experience working as a Science Laboratory Technician within an educational environment<br /></li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>All employees of The McDonald College must undertake an NSW Working with Children Check (Employment) prior to appointment.</b></p><p>Note - the salary for this role will be pro-rated in line with the hours.</p>