About this job
This is a TO2 progression position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the TO2 classification with eligibility for progression to the TO3 once specific criteria have been met or demonstrated. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of TO2 to TO3 classification range.
About the school:
Mansfield State High School has a student population of 3,600+ students. At Mansfield State High School, we have fostered a strong culture of support, belonging and pride in everything we do across all aspects of schooling. As one of the state's largest schools, our student and staff cohorts represent a wide range of socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, with over forty different languages spoken in the homes of our students. Creating a culture of belonging, whilst ensuring that each student's individual contribution to life at Mansfield State High School is valued, means that we are more than a schooling community, we are family.
About the role:
- This role supports the science department by providing technical and administrative assistance to the Heads of Department, teachers, and lab staff.
- You will contribute to the effective and efficient management of the school science department by providing technical and administration support to the respective Heads of Department, teachers and laboratory staff of the school science department.
- You will work independently within guidelines, general directions and instructions, performing responsible tasks associated with the efficient operation of the school science department.
- Your responsibilities will include preparing and setting up lab equipment, demonstrations, and materials for practical sessions, as well as ensuring the safe storage, handling, and disposal of chemicals.
- Operate laboratory equipment/apparatus and perform routine operator maintenance/instrument calibrations as required, in compliance with the manufacturer specifications.
- Assist science teaching staff and senior laboratory staff with demonstrations, instruction of students on use/care of equipment during science experiments and field trips and the application of safety measures.
This is a Temporary Part-time role of 0.55 FTE or 40 hours per fortnight. The position is for a 12 month period unless otherwise determined.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history).
- Attach a 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
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