Description:
About Lindisfarne
Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School is a high quality, independent, Anglican, Co-educational P-12 school serving the southern Gold Coast, Tweed Coast and northern New South Wales regions. Located in the Tweed Heads district, ours is the most northern independent school in NSW. We have a close connection with the land, and yet are within easy reach of the Gold Coast and Brisbane.
As an Anglican Grammar School, our values of Compassion , Wisdom and Respect are at the heart of our school and form the foundations of our teaching and learning supported by our cultural values of Standards, Collaboration and Leadership .
Lindisfarne is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment.
Benefits of Working at Lindisfarne
- Discount for school tuition fees (dependent on enrolment availability)
- Out of School Care Facilities
- Salary Packaging
- Staff Social Events / Social Club
- Free access to School gym
- Annual Flu Vaccination
- StaffEd Professional Learning Program
- Emerging Leaders Program
- First Aid Certification
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free and confidential counselling
The Science Laboratory Assistant will work closely with teachers and students to ensure that laboratory activities run smoothly and safely, fostering an engaging learning environment. This position would be well suited to a uni-graduate or school graduate on a gap year.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and set up laboratory equipment and materials for practical classes, demonstrations and examinations, ensuring all necessary resources are available prior to lessons.
- Assist teachers during practical lessons by providing guidance to students on the proper use of lab equipment and safety protocols.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation within the laboratory, including regular cleaning of equipment and workspaces.
- Conduct routine checks on laboratory supplies, ordering new materials as required to maintain stock levels.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and School Policies, including conducting risk assessments.
- Support the management of hazardous materials by following proper disposal procedures and maintaining safety data sheets.
- Assist with special events e.g. Science Week
- Accompany and assist teachers on excursions
- Examination supervisions
This position is integral to enhancing the hands-on experience for students in their science education, making it essential for candidates to possess strong organisational skills and a keen attention to detail.
Required Skills:
- Understanding of basic scientific concepts being taught in schools.
- Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in conducting experiments.
- Ability to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Competence in following safety procedures and protocols.
Preferred Experience:
- Experience working in a science laboratory setting.
- Experience assisting with the preparation of laboratory materials and equipment for experiments.
- Familiarity with safety regulations related to laboratory work.
- Previous involvement in supporting teachers or researchers in a classroom or educational environment.
For more information, please refer to the Position Description.
Applications
To apply for this role, please click on the Apply link. Applications close on Friday, 11 April 2025 and must include:
- A cover letter including skills and experience
- A current resume including contact details for three referees
Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School is a Child Safe organisation. The School actively promotes the protection, safety and wellbeing of all students, and requires all staff to be suitable and committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards. All staff employed by Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School are expected to undertake Child Protection training and hold a current NSW Working With Children Check clearance. Please see Working with Children Check (WWCC) for more information.
Please email **********@lindisfarne.nsw.edu.au if you have any queries in relation to this position.