Working at Braemar
At Braemar staff are valued and supported in a collegial environment as they provide highly engaging and relevant experiences for our students. The College values continued professional development of staff and has leaders who will coach and support individual growth. The College is underpinned by values of kindness, integrity and respect, and staff are supported in their individual wellbeing including having access to an employee assistance program.
A serene and exceptional environment with two campuses under fifty minutes from Melbourne and similar from Bendigo, including an easy country drive, where parking is readily available.
The role is full-time and ongoing,
working school term days.
Hours of work 8.00 am until 4.00 pm
Commencing 23 January ****
The Role:
The position supports teachers in the delivery of the Curriculum, particularly Science. The position assists the teaching staff through the preparation of laboratories and experiments for Science classes and prepares and organises materials and equipment within the STEM curriculum areas as required.
Responsibilities:
Undertake responsibility associated with the safe and efficient operation of the Science laboratories.
Provide technical assistance and advice as requested.
Assist in the planning and organising of teaching spaces, including laboratories and STEM areas.
Test experiments before inclusion in classes.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for the safe storage, handling and disposal of hazardous or toxic substances.
Maintain the security of equipment and materials.
Undertake minor repairs and servicing of equipment.
Prepare Science practicals.
Order supplies and materials in conjunction with other staff.
Prepare solutions and cultures.
Other duties as required by leaders in the College.
About You:
It is expected that you will:
Have experience in organising and prioritising work.
Preferably have completed a Science degree or at a minimum successfully completed science subjects at the VCE or equivalent level.
Have appropriate work experience as a Laboratory Assistant or Technician (minimum 2 years), preferably in an educational setting.
Have demonstrated knowledge of the storage, handling and disposal of equipment, chemicals and waste commonly used in school Science laboratories.
In addition, the preferred applicants will have an understanding of and commitment to the ethos of Independent Schooling and a willingness to contribute to College events and as needed and adhere to the College's Child Safety Policy. Employees at the College will be required to be compliant with any Health Directions made under the Public and Environmental Health Act **** which are in place at the time of employment.
How to apply:
Applications should be made as soon as possible and no later than 17th November ****, using the "apply now" option.
Applications should be made as soon as possible, by providing a full resume, including three (3) referees, and address their applications to Robyn Baddeley, Manager Human Resources.