This is a 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension
North Albany Senior High School (SHS) is an independent public school in Albany, Western Australia, providing secondary education from Year 7 to Year 12. Known for its supportive environment, NASHS focuses on helping students achieve personal excellence and engage in a changing world.
Guided by the motto 'Care and Diligence', North Albany SHS offers a range of courses, including Vocational, General, and Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) pathways. Students benefit from excellent facilities such as a music studio, performing arts theatre, and photography studio to enhance the learning experience.
Find out more about our school by visiting or Schools Online .
The Role
North Albany SHS is seeking a dedicated and highly capable Laboratory Technician to join our friendly Science team.
The successful applicant would support the Head of Learning Area and teaching staff by providing guidance on experiments and demonstrations that meet curriculum requirements. This includes the careful and methodical preparation of chemicals, equipment and teaching aids, while maintaining strict adherence to laboratory protocols, safety standards and legislative requirements.
A significant part of the role involves organising and maintaining preparation areas and classroom laboratories. This includes upholding high standard of housekeeping, coordinating equipment repairs and managing resources effectively. You should also oversee laboratory stock management, from ordering supplies, conducting annul stocktakes and ensuring all processes comply with departmental guidelines.
The ideal applicant will be self-motivated, well-organised and able to work both collaboratively as part of a team and independently.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Julie Fordham, Manager Corporate Services on or emailing .
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.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
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; and
consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
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.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
A three (3)page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
Demonstrated experience working within a science laboratory, including knowledge of laboratory techniques and relevant safety and legislative requirements.
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.
Demonstrated good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated organisational and time management skills and ability to work independently.
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 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1027192
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 Friday, 20 February 2026
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