Division: Independent Public School - Goldfields Education Region
Salary: Level 2, $66,449 - $71,191 per annum (pro-rata) (DOE (SSO) CA 2022)
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Eastern Goldfields College is a progressive Independent Public School which caters for students in Year 11 and 12. As a senior college, we encourage students to take ownership of their learning and achieve their very best.
The College exists in a unique and diverse educational domain. It shares facilities with Central Regional Technical and Further Education (TAFE) Kalgoorlie campus and the WA School of Mines (WASM). It is the College vision for our students to achieve high academic, vocational and social standards by fully embracing the learning opportunities that the co-located site provides.
As a Laboratory Technician, you would, under supervision, provide support to teaching staff in the area of routine chemical and equipment preparation, and construction of simple apparatus for science classes. The successful applicant should possess good communication skills and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Duties include:
* Ordering supplies and equipment
* Managing stock levels
* Performing basic repairs and maintenance on science equipment
* Labeling and storing laboratory chemicals, equipment, and resources
* Knowledge of appropriate methods for disposal of chemical, physical, and biological laboratory materials
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria, and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
During the school holidays, please contact Natasha McCormack on (08) 9092 3100.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
* Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
* Obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start.
* Consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work-related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Your application should include:
* A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
* A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
o Demonstrated experience working within a science laboratory, including knowledge of laboratory techniques and relevant safety and legislative requirements.
o Demonstrated knowledge of science subjects relevant to the curriculum taught in secondary schools and the ability to design and construct experiments and equipment to support curriculum requirements.
o Demonstrated good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
o Demonstrated organisational and time management skills and ability to work independently.
o Demonstrated well-developed keyboarding and computer skills including a working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets, and word processing.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS949789
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 12 February 2025.
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