Science Technician - Shailer Park State High School

Shailer Park State High School is seeking a dedicated and organised individual to join our Science Department as a Science Technician.In this role, you'll be instrumental in supporting the science department by preparing materials, maintaining safety standards, and promoting innovative STEM initiatives.The successful candidate will provide technical and administration support to the Head of Department and teachers of the school science department.If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.5FTE), 36.50 hours per fortnight.This is a progressional position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the lower classification with eligibility for progression to the next, once specific criteria have been met or demonstrated. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of both classification ranges.Who We AreShailer Park State High School is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school located in Queensland, committed to providing a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their best. The school offers a broad curriculum with strong emphasis on academic excellence, wellbeing, and extracurricular opportunities, including advanced STEM programs and creative arts. With dedicated staff and a focus on developing confident, resilient learners, Shailer Park State High School prepares students for success in further education and future careers.Step Into Your Next ChapterPrepare, 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.Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.Submit Your ApplicationAttach 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.Occupational group Education & Training