Science Technician - Charters Towers State High School, EducationDepartment of Education QLD – Charters Towers QLDDo you inspire to play a vital role supporting teachers to deliver science curriculum?Unlock your potential and join the team at Charters Towers State High School as a Science Technician.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:Located on Gudjal country, in the heart of the historic gold-mining town, Charters Towers State High School has been proudly serving our rural community for over 100 years.We work together to prepare students for the exciting, challenging and rapidly changing future in which they will live and work.In enacting our vision, we strike a balance between preserving proud traditions and instilling important values as we deliver an innovative and responsive curriculum.Diverse learning pathways are enhanced by our extra-curricular offerings and wellbeing programs.The Dalrymple Trade Training Centre and Agricultural Farm offer a unique learning experience for our students to complement courses offered on campus.About the Role:As the Science Technician, you will:Contribute to the effective and efficient management of the school science department by providing technical and administration support to the respective Head of Department, teachers and laboratory staff of the school science department.Work independently within guidelines, general directions and instructions, performing responsible tasks associated with the efficient operation of the school science department.Prepare, distribute and set up samples/demonstrations, class sets of equipment and associated scientific materials for practical teaching laboratory use.Prepare chemical solutions of known concentration from bulk supplies including concentrated acids, stains and media and manufacture simple glassware/general equipment for preparation-laboratory and teaching-laboratory use.Work independently in a science laboratory, recognising, anticipating and safely managing chemical hazards.Maintain scientific teaching resources, classrooms, storerooms, preparation rooms and laboratories in a clean, safe, orderly and secure manner.The Science Technician reports to the Head of Department of Science.This position is a temporary role until 4 April 2025 unless otherwise determined.Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.Interested?To Apply:Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history).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).The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.#J-18808-Ljbffr